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

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High Jewelry, Pure Audemars Piguet

Before the Royal Oak, Audemars Piguet built its reputation on watches exactly like this. The "Heavy Cobra" is a product of an era when the brand operated as both a master watchmaker and a high jeweler, seamlessly integrating complex case shapes with substantial, intricate precious metal bracelets. This piece is a testament to that heritage, a solid 18K white gold sculpture for the wrist that blurs the line between a timepiece and a piece of art. It has a significant heft that speaks directly to the quality of its construction.

White Gold, Blue Dial, And Diamonds

This example stands out for its specific configuration. The 18K white gold gives the watch a cool, discreet tone that allows the deep blue sunburst dial to take center stage. The factory-set diamonds serve as sharp, brilliant hour markers, catching the light against the rich background. The "woven" integrated bracelet is a feat of goldsmithing, flowing directly from the case to create a single, unified object. It is a confident and expressive design that feels entirely of its time.

A Well Preserved Piece

This watch is in very good overall condition. The 18K white gold case and integrated bracelet are believed to be unpolished, showing excellent structure and finish. The blue sunburst dial shows some light oxidation around the diamond settings, a common characteristic for these pieces given their age and construction. As with every watch we offer, this piece has been verified as mechanically sound and is ready to wear.

Unmistakably Seventies, Perfectly Modern

This is a watch for someone who appreciates the bold design language of the 1970s and the uncompromising quality of pre-quartz Audemars Piguet. The daily ritual of winding the manual movement creates a direct physical connection to the machine, a quiet moment of interaction that modern watches lack. It has a presence on the wrist that is impossible to ignore, offering a different kind of luxury statement rooted in craft, material, and a distinct moment in design history.
Key Specs
Model: Heavy Cobra
Era: 1970s
Movement: Manual
Case Size: 27x29mm
Bezel: 18K White Gold Integrated
Bracelet: 18K White Gold Integrated "Woven"
Bracelet Length: Fits 7-7.25in
Dial: Blue Sunburst Diamond
Metal: 18K White Gold
Weight: 129.7g
SKU: 1126
Vintage 1970s Audemars Piguet Cobra 18K WG Blue Diamond Dial Manual 27mm
Audemars Piguet Heavy Cobra - 18K White Gold Blue Sunburst Diamond Dial Sale price$24,000.00 USD