121 Audemars Piguet A very well preserved and stylish, rectangular shape wristwatch in white gold, with asymmetrical case and silvered sector dial
Estimate: CHF 18,000 – 36,000
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| Model | Bracelet Watch |
|---|---|
| Case Material | White gold |
| Bracelet Material | White gold bracelet, approximate length 180mm |
| Year | Circa 1970s |
| Movement | Manual, 18 jewels |
| Case N° | 23'623, case further stamped 23 |
| Movement N° | 62'789 |
| Dimensions | 23mm width x 33mm length |
| Signed | Case, dial and movement |
There are maisons that follow tradition—and then there is Audemars Piguet, a house that has shaped it. Founded in 1875 in Le Brassus, it remains one of the very few truly independent watchmakers, where innovation and craftsmanship walk hand in hand. The present wristwatch, dating from the 1970s, is a refined testament to that legacy: a piece where technical elegance and design purity come together in perfect harmony, as only Audemars Piguet can achieve. Housed in a refined 18k white gold rectangular case, this Audemars Piguet immediately commands attention with its silvered sector dial, where slender black rays extend outward in perfect harmony. What makes this timepiece remarkably attractive and visually arresting is its asymmetry: the front face gently tapers in the lower section, creating a slight narrowing of the dial toward the bottom, and lending the watch a sense of tension, movement, and quiet audacity. The result is a watch that is not only elegant and minimalist, but also boldly distinctive, with a silhouette that captures both the eye and the imagination. Crafted in 18k white gold, this Audemars Piguet captivates with its beautifully textured bracelet, perfectly echoing the elegance of the case. Powered by a manual movement, it offers not only refined aesthetics but a true tactile connection to traditional watchmaking. In outstanding condition, it stands as a quiet yet powerful tribute to the maison’s timeless pursuit of excellence and restraint—a piece that speaks softly, but with absolute authority.
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