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Is AP older than Rolex?
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Yes, AP is older than Rolex. Jules Louis Audemars and Edward Auguste Piguet founded Audemars Piguet in 1875. Thirty years later, in 1905, Hans Wilsdorf and his brother-in-law Alfred Davis established Rolex. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Rolex and Audemars Piguet watches.
1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024
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Audemars Piguet Lady Royal Oak Model 67601ST Blue Dial Diamond Bezel Box Papers
By Audemars Piguet
Located in New York, NY
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 67601ST Stainless Steel and 33mm Rare Blue Dial and Diamond Bezel on AP strap and deployment Buckle, Quartz Movement, Made in Switzerland c.2005 with Box an...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 15300ST Black Dial Mens Watch Box Papers
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Great Neck, NY
Audemars Piguet 15300ST.OO.1220ST.03 Royal Oak Mens watch. 39mm Stainless steel case with rectangle shaped bezel. Black tapestry dial with steel luminous hands and index hour marker....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 26315ST Rutheniam Grey Dial Mens Watch Box Papers
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Great Neck, NY
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 26315ST.00.1256ST.02 Mens Watch. 38mm stainless steel case with octagon shape bezel. Ruthénium-toned tapestry dial with steel luminous hands and index hour ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 56023AC Diamond Champagne Dial Yellow Gold Mens Watch
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Great Neck, NY
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 56023AC Mens Watch. 36mm 18K yellow gold case. 18K white gold octagon-shaped fixed bezel. Champagne tapisserie dial with gold-tone luminous hands and factor...
Category
20th Century Wrist Watches
Audemars Piguet Lapis Lazuli 23mm Diamond Bezel 18K Gold Manual Ladies Watch
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Miami, FL
Audemars Piguet ladies watch featuring natural lapis lazuli dial in 18K yellow gold cushion case with AP factory calibre-cut diamond bezel. Manual wind movement in running order, integrated woven mesh bracelet, measuring 23 x 20mm, weighing 46.20 grams, includes original signed presentation box. 6.25 inch length.
This is one of those unique pieces where there is only one like it in the entire world. The lapis lazuli dial is cut from natural stone, so its color, veining, and inclusions are unique to this piece and can never be replicated exactly. The bezel’s calibre-cut diamonds are also individually selected and precisely matched, meaning the overall pattern and presence are specific to this watch—no two will ever present identically.
Product Specifications:
Item Type: Ladies Manual Wind Watch
Brand: Audemars Piguet
Case Number: 53713
Metal: 18K Yellow Gold
Case Size: 23 x 20mm
Case Shape: Cushion
Bracelet Length: 6.25 inches
Total Weight: 46.20 grams
Dial: Natural Lapis Lazuli
Indices: No Markers (Minimalist Design)
Movement: Manual Wind Mechanical
Bezel Type: Diamond-Set Fixed Bezel
Bezel Color: 18K White Gold with Diamonds
Band Material: 18K Yellow Gold Woven Mesh
Band Color: Yellow Gold High Polish
Features: Factory Diamond Bezel, Snapback Case, Crown-Secured Caseback, Gold Pencil Hands, Running Order
Style: Vintage Luxury Dress Watch
Period: 1960
Condition: Good (see notes)
Includes: Original Audemars Piguet Hard Clamshell Presentation Box
Diamond Details:
Type: Natural White Diamond
Cut: Calibré-Cut (Custom Shaped)
Average Color: D-E-F
Average Clarity: VS
Quantity: 25-50 pieces
Setting: Prong and Channel-Set in 18K White Gold
Lapis Lazuli Details:
Gemstone: Natural Lapis Lazuli
Cut: Carved and Polished
Color: Vivid Royal Blue with Golden Pyrite Flecks
Quality: Fine Grade
Treatment: Natural (No Enhancement)
Design & Construction
The 23 x 20mm cushion case showcases Audemars Piguet's refined proportions popular during the 1960s, combining 18K yellow gold case with contrasting 18K white gold diamond-set bezel for elegant two-tone effect. Ap Factory original Calibré-cut diamonds custom-shaped to fit the bezel's curved architecture create continuous sparkle framing the natural lapis lazuli dial, while alternating baguette and square-cut diamonds provide geometric interest. The vivid royal blue lapis lazuli dial features golden pyrite inclusions creating celestial sparkle effect, complemented by slender gold pencil hands that maintain the minimalist aesthetic. Integrated woven mesh bracelet in 18K yellow gold displays basket-weave pattern with substantial flexibility and comfort, secured by foldover clasp marked "AP" with Swiss hallmarks.
About Audemars Piguet Vintage Ladies Watches...
Category
Vintage 1960s Retro Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
Audemars Piguet 18Kt Solid Gold & Diamond Bezel Turler Ladies Watch circa 1970's
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Audemars Piguet
STYLE / REFERENCE: Round Dress Watch
METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Solid Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter 21mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manu...
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold


