The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak first shattered the codes of traditional watchmaking in 1972 and was deemed too radical, too angular, and too bold. But like all great revolutions, it simply arrived early. By 1995, what was once disruptive had become definitive.  This reference is a midsize masterpiece cut from solid gold and styled with the unmistakable geometry that made Gérald Genta a legend — the octagonal bezel is inspired by a vintage diver’s helmet and fastened with exposed screws. 

The dial is an iconic Petite Tapisserie pattern, a micro-engineered matrix of raised squares that catch and disperse light in subtle rhythms. This is mechanical watchmaking as sculpture, its precision felt in every flicker of gold across the wrist. Inside beats an automatic movement from the Vallée de Joux. The integrated bracelet, flowing seamlessly from case to clasp, wears like tailored armor: supple and solid.

More than 50 years after its birth, the Royal Oak in full gold still subverts expectations. It’s the connoisseur’s paradox: industrial yet elegant, sporty yet aristocratic, daring yet disciplined, and eternally relevant. It is design history you can wear.

Maker: Audemars Piguet
Model: Royal Oak
Year: c. 1995
Material: 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Dial: Tapisserie
Case Measurement: W 28.5mm x H 38.25mm
Movement: Quartz
Condition: Very good Vintage Condition
Weight: 111 Grams
Size: Adjustable, Fits Up to 7.2" Wrist
Includes: Original Box
Made in Switzerland

All of our pre-owned watches are guaranteed to be genuine and authentic. Stephanie Windsor also guarantees the proper functioning of this watch mechanism for ONE year from the date of purchase. Any damage due to accidents and/or wear and tear is excluded from this warranty. We do not recommend that vintage / pre-owned watches be submerged in water as we do not guarantee any waterproofing. 

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