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Are AP and Rolex the same?
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No, AP and Rolex are not the same. Hans Wilsdorf and his brother-in-law Alfred Davis established Rolex in 1905. Initially, their enterprise was called Wilsdorf & Davis, but they adopted the name Rolex in 1920. Jules Louis Audemars and Edward Auguste Piguet founded Audemars Piguet in Switzerland in 1875. Find a wide range of Audemars Piguet and Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024
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Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 56175BA 18K Yellow Gold Champagne Dial 33mm
By Audemars Piguet
Located in New York, NY
The Royal Oak, In Full Gold
While the Royal Oak was born in steel, its design translates perfectly to precious metal. This reference 56175BA represents an evolution of the original ...
Category
Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 56175BA 18K Yellow Gold Champagne Dial 33mm
By Audemars Piguet
Located in New York, NY
Solid Gold, Pure Form
The Royal Oak began as a statement in steel, but its translation into solid 18-karat yellow gold completes the story. This reference from the 1980s captures th...
Category
Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 56303ST Steel Electric Purple Dial Quartz 34mm
By Audemars Piguet
Located in New York, NY
The Radiant Blue Of The Nineties
The Royal Oak is a design that requires no introduction, but the Ref. 5630ST offers a specific perspective on the Genta classic. Produced in the 199...
Category
1990s Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 4100SA Two-Tone 18K YG Steel Grey Dial 35mm
By Audemars Piguet
Located in New York, NY
The Original Ethos In A Wearable Size
The Royal Oak 4100BA is a direct link to the original spirit of Gérald Genta's 1972 design. At 35mm, it offers the revolutionary look in propor...
Category
Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
Audemars Piguet Diamond Ruby 18K Yellow Gold 1980s Watch
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Miami, FL
A stunning 1980s Audemars Piguet ladies watch crafted in 18K yellow gold, featuring an exquisite diamond pavé dial accented with ruby hour markers. The bezel and richly detailed brac...
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Vintage Rare Audemars Piguet Dress 18 Karat Yellow Gold Watch
By Audemars Piguet
Located in New York, NY
Maker: Audemars Piguet
Model: Oval Dress Watch
Year: 1970s
Material: 18k Yellow Gold
Dial: Gold
Case Measurement: 22mm x 26mm
Movement: Manual Wind
Condition: Very Good
Weight: 42 G...
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
