{"product_id":"audemars-piguet-octagonal-yellow-gold-champagne-gilt-dial","title":"Audemars Piguet Octagonal – Yellow Gold Champagne Dial","description":"\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 'if you know you know' octagonal AP\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile the Royal Oak was defining the 1970s, Audemars Piguet was quietly producing a parallel line of octagonal watches that leaned further into the brand’s identity as a high-end jeweler. This reference is a pure example of that era's integrated design, where the case is built directly into the bracelet to create a single, continuous object of 18k yellow gold. It offers a structured, geometric alternative for those who appreciate AP’s heritage and want something less industrial.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA well preserved example\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe watch is in good overall condition, retaining its original integrated bracelet and sharp case lines. The \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003echampagne dial shows some honest character, including a slight chip at the 9 and 10 o'clock positions and some light debris near the center, which is common for these vintage references. The 18k yellow gold remains vibrant and the bracelet is tight. Mechanically, the automatic movement is running strong after passing our test bench.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe insider’s vintage AP\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is for the collector who wants the prestige and craftsmanship of a 1970s Audemars Piguet without following the crowd toward the Royal Oak. It's a sophisticated, solid gold piece that manages to be both a serious timepiece and a piece of jewelry. It’s a lot of watch for the money, offering the same level of finishing as AP’s most expensive catalog pieces in a more approachable, time-only configuration. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe offer bracelet extension and cutting by our professional in-house jewelers. Extra links or sizing for smaller wrists are available upon request.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Danny's Vintage Watches","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54766606647587,"sku":"441","price":28500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/6099\/1523\/files\/DSCF0891.jpg?v=1771944840","url":"https:\/\/dannysvintagewatches.com\/products\/audemars-piguet-octagonal-yellow-gold-champagne-gilt-dial","provider":"Danny's Vintage Watches","version":"1.0","type":"link"}