Exclusive Timepieces 17 October 2021 | Monaco

Auction Details

It is with great pleasure that we present you our new catalogue of fall 2021. A wonderful journey through the world of watch collecting.

Morning Session:
10:30 AM CEST – lots 100 to 169
Afternoon Session:
2:30 PM CEST – lots 170 to 288

277 Audemars Piguet Very Elegant and Precious Royal Oak Automatic Chronograph Wristwatch in White Gold and Full Diamonds, Reference 25978BC, With Box and Papers

Estimate: € 80,000 –⁠ 160,000

Sold € 221,000

Model: Royal Oak Chronograph
Reference: 25978BC.Z.1190BC.01
Case Material: White Gold and Diamonds
Bracelet Material: White Gold and Diamonds
Year: 2003
Movement: Automatic
Caliber: 2385
Case N°: N°202, E-65243
Movement N°: 530000
Dimensions: 39 mm
Signed: Dial, movement and case
Accessories: Box Booklets and Papers

The reference Royal Oak 25978BC is powered by the cal. 2385 Automatic movement, containing 37 Jewels. Very iconic and sought after, the case measures a comfortable 39mm. This model is available in various metals, very limited production has been made in white gold and diamonds such as the present lot. Perfectly preserved, this specimen also presents a gorgeous 18kt white gold full diamond set with luminous hands and sapphire hour markers, chronograph function with three sub-dials displaying: 60 seconds, 30 minute and 12 hour and a screw down crown. It is set with 892 diamonds weighing approximately 9.06 total carats and compleated by the original certificate of origin, winding presentation box, it is a fantastic opportunity for collectors to acquire a very rare example wristwatch by Audemars Piguet.