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Audemars Piguet Ladies Dress - 18K WG Diamond Pave & Lapis Lazuli Dial Sapphire Indices

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High Jewelry As Horology
In the 1980s, Audemars Piguet was a master of blending high-concept jewelry with serious watchmaking. This was an era before the Royal Oak Offshore dominated the brand's identity, a time when AP produced exquisitely crafted precious metal watches that were unapologetically luxurious. This piece is a perfect example of that philosophy, where the watch serves as a canvas for a full pavé diamond dial. Executed entirely in 18k white gold, it is a piece of wearable art that also happens to tell time.
A Study In Monochromatic Brilliance
The defining feature of this watch is its seamless integration of case, bracelet, and dial. The full 18k white gold construction creates a cool, substantial presence on the wrist. With a full diamond pavé dial and sapphire indices, the watch avoids the contrast of a colored dial, instead offering a continuous field of brilliance. At 20mm, the proportions are intentionally discreet, designed to function as a bracelet first and a timepiece second. The quartz movement was a deliberate choice for pieces like this, offering reliability and a slim profile without the need for a bulky automatic rotor.
A Confident And Clean Example
This watch is in very good condition. The 18k white gold case and integrated bracelet are sharp, retaining their original lines and finish. The pavé diamond dial and sapphire indices are clean and all stones are intact. The bracelet is tightly woven and feels secure on the wrist, consistent with a piece that has been well cared for. As with every watch we offer, this piece has been verified as mechanically sound and is ready to wear.
An Elegant Relic Of 80s Design
This watch is for someone who appreciates the specific intersection of haute joaillerie and watchmaking that defined the 1980s. It is an expression of confidence and a rejection of pure utility. The slim profile and integrated design make it wear beautifully, a solid gold statement that is both elegant and substantial. It captures a moment in time when Audemars Piguet's mastery of precious materials was on full display.
Key Specs
Era: 1980s
Movement: Quartz
Case Size: 20mm (Excluding Crown)
Bracelet: 18K White Gold Integrated
Bracelet Length: Fits 6.25-6.275in
Dial: Full Diamond Pavé with Sapphire Indices
Metal: 18K White Gold
Weight: 62.1g
SKU: 1689