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Audemars Piguet Octagonal - 18K White Gold Hawk's Eye Diamond Dial

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A Masterclass In Mineral And Metal
Before the Royal Oak became the brand's icon, Audemars Piguet built its legacy on creating watches exactly like this. This piece is a pure expression of the manufacture's history, where high watchmaking and high jewelry were treated as a single discipline. The octagonal case shape, crafted entirely from 18K white gold and seamlessly integrated into a mesh bracelet, demonstrates a level of design conviction and precious metal work that defined the brand for a century. It is a reminder that AP's expertise extends far beyond a single reference.
The Depth Of A Perfect Hawk's Eye Dial
The centerpiece of this watch is its flawless Hawk's Eye stone dial. This is an exceptional cut of the mineral, showcasing deep, swirling patterns that shift with the light. Unlike many stone dials of this age, it is completely free of cracks or fractures. The intricate natural patterns reward close inspection, and we encourage any potential owner to zoom in to appreciate the quality of this specific example. Paired with three diamond hour markers, the dial has a visual depth that is impossible to replicate with enamel or lacquer.
Excellent, Uncracked, And Ready
This watch is in excellent overall condition. The 18K white gold case and integrated mesh bracelet show beautifully, retaining the sharp lines of the octagonal design. Most importantly, the Hawk's Eye dial is in perfect, uncracked condition, which is the primary consideration for any serious collector of stone dial watches. The bracelet is fluid and strong, with the fine meshwork fully intact. As with every watch we offer, this piece has been verified as mechanically sound and is ready to wear.
High Jewelry Meets Horology
This is a piece for someone who understands the other side of Audemars Piguet. It is more than a watch, it is a piece of jewelry that tells time, made with a level of craft that has become prohibitively expensive to produce today. The manual-wind movement creates a daily ritual, a quiet moment of connection between the owner and the object. It wears with the weight and substance of solid gold, offering a tangible link to an era when Audemars Piguet's only mission was to create the most beautiful watches in the world.
Key Specs
Model: Octagonal
Year: 1980s
Movement: Manual
Case Size: 30x31mm
Bezel: 18K White Gold Integrated
Bracelet: 18K White Gold Integrated Mesh
Bracelet Length: Fits 6.25-6.5in
Dial: Hawk's Eye with Diamond Hour Markers
Metal: 18K White Gold
Weight: 83.3g
SKU: 1606

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