231 Audemars Piguet Very Rare and Highly Unusual, Oval shape, Squelette Wristwatch in White Gold, With Extract From the Archives, Reference 14842BC
Estimate: € 20.000 – 40.000
| Model | Squelette |
|---|---|
| Year | 1994 |
| Reference | 14842BC |
| Case Material | White Gold |
| Case Number | D34527, N°21 |
| Bracelet Material | Leather Strap |
| Movement | Manual, cal. 2003 |
| Movement Number | 297861 |
| Signed | Dial, Case and Movement |
| Accessories | Extract from the Archives and Delivery Box |
This Audemars Piguet reference 14842BC features a skeletonized ultra-thin movement with open-worked gold plates visible from the front and back. Audemars Piguet is known for making skeletonized watches and ones with oval-shaped cases are extremely rare. This watch was intended for a man’s wrist when it debuted, but today it would be suitable for either a man or a lady. With its elongated oval shape, this watch actually fits very well in Audemars Piguet’s line-up of exquisite and creative dress watches: the white-gold case has been finely preserved with clear and deep hallmarks, serial numbers, including the number 21, shown on the back, meaning that the watch comes from a very limited production of specimens. According to the Archives of Audemars Piguet that comes with the lot, the present watch was sold on February 14, 1994, probably a fantastic gift for Valentine’s Day!