Audemars PiguetRoyal Oak

In 2005, the Swiss private bank Pictet & Cie collaborated with Audemars Piguet to celebrate its 200th anniversary. A limited-edition of 1,800 Royal Oaks were produced, each having the company’s emblem and the recipient’s name engraved on the case back.

The watch shares the same construction and dimensions as the long-running and renowned ref. 14790ST. The stainless-steel case measures 36mm in diameter but wears slightly larger thanks to the angular case. Expert hand-polishing has been applied to the bezel’s flanks and fine bevels that run through the mid-case and onto the lug hoods.

The crisp white dial features a “tapisserie” pattern with applied hour markers and a contrasting black minute track. Inside the case beats the ultra-thin calibre 2225, which features automatic winding and a 40-hour power reserve. Attached to the case via screwed links and lug plots is a factory brown leather strap with a deployant clasp.

One of 1,800, this example is presented in very good condition with only light signs of wear on the case, strap, and clasp. This is a genuine one-owner watch and is accompanied by the co-branded box, guarantee, and booklets.

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