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Audemars Piguet Cobra - 18K White Gold Blue Sunburst Diamond Dial

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A Different Side Of Audemars Piguet
Before the Royal Oak, Audemars Piguet built its reputation on precious metal dress watches of exceptional complexity. This "Cobra" is a perfect artifact from that era, a time when the brand operated as both a high-end watchmaker and a master jeweler. The watch is defined by its fully integrated case and bracelet, crafted from a solid piece of 18k white gold. It represents a period of design where the line between a timepiece and a piece of jewelry was intentionally and beautifully blurred.
White Gold And A Deep Blue Dial
This example stands out for its use of 18k white gold, which provides a cooler and more understated presence on the wrist compared to the more common yellow gold versions. The metal serves as a perfect frame for the deep blue sunburst dial, which is set with factory diamond hour markers. The texture of the bracelet is the centerpiece, a complex and fluid design that gives the watch its collectors nickname and makes it feel substantial without being overwhelming.
Honest Condition From The Era
The watch is in good overall condition. Its 18k white gold case and integrated bracelet are well-preserved. The blue sunburst dial shows some light patina that has developed around the diamond markers, a natural sign of its age. The crystal is clean. As with every watch we offer, this piece has been verified as mechanically sound and is ready to wear.
The Ritual Of The Wind
This piece is for someone who appreciates the deeper history of Audemars Piguet and the confident design language of the 1970s. It is a watch that makes a statement through its material and craft rather than its size. The manual wind movement requires a daily interaction, the simple act of winding the crown each morning creating a physical bond between the owner and the machine. It is a wearable piece of design history from one of watchmaking's most important houses.
Key Specs
Model: Cobra
Era: Late 1970s / Early 1980s
Movement: Manual Wind
Case Size: 27x32mm
Bezel: 18K White Gold, Integrated
Bracelet: 18K White Gold, Integrated
Bracelet Length: Fits 7-7.25in
Dial: Blue Sunburst with Factory Diamonds
Metal: 18K White Gold
Weight: 84.4g
SKU: 1229

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