{"product_id":"audemars-piguet-rectangular-yellow-gold-onyx-diamond-dial","title":"Audemars Piguet Rectangular – Yellow Gold Onyx \u0026 Diamond Dial","description":"\u003ch4\u003eThe Onyx and diamond monolith\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eWhile Audemars Piguet is currently the house of the Royal Oak, their alternative line output from the 80s and 90s produced some of the most sophisticated shaped watches in horological history. This rectangular reference is a study in high-contrast luxury, featuring a deep black Onyx dial. Stone dials are notoriously difficult to maintain—especially in rectangular cuts where the corners are prone to stress fractures—yet this Onyx surface has survived in great shape. The brilliance of the diamond indices against the absolute void of the black stone is a design language that AP perfected during this era.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch4\u003e18K gold and diamond integration\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe 18k yellow gold integrated bracelet flows seamlessly from the rectangular case, maintaining a consistent texture and weight. It also has brilliant cut diamonds on the bracelet. This was an incredibly high-tier catalog option that significantly increased the original MSRP, moving the piece from a \"dress watch\" into the category of high jewelry. It carries a substantial weight, giving it a presence on the wrist that belies its on paper case dimensions.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHonest character and wear\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThis piece has been worn and enjoyed, and it carries the marks of its history. The 18k gold bracelet has a small indent and has undergone a professional repair. While this repair has left the bracelet with a slight lift when lying flat, it is a non-issue once the watch is on the wrist. The Onyx dial remains the star of the show, preserved perfectly with no cracks. The Diamonds are all present and seated properly. Mechanically, the manual-wind movement is running strong after passing our test bench.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch4\u003eA rare silhouette for the outlier\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThis is for anyone who appreciates the \"shaped watch\" aesthetic but wants something more aggressive and rare than a standard round or tank-style case. The combination of yellow gold, deep black Onyx, and factory-set diamonds indices makes this a loud yet sophisticated statement. It manages to be unmistakably Audemars Piguet while remaining a rare, niche outlier that most collectors will never encounter. It is an intentional, heirloom-grade piece that offers a massive amount of craft for the money.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch4\u003eKey Specs\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eCase Size: 22x23mm\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eYear: 1980s\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eMovement: Manual\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eCase Size: 22x23mm\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eBezel: 18K YG Integrated\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eBracelet: 18K YG Integrated w\/ Factory Diamonds\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eDial: Onyx, Diamond Indices\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eWrist Size: 7–7.25in\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eMetal: 18K YG\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eWeight: 69.8g\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eSKU: 173\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Audemars Piguet","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54768122790179,"sku":"10173","price":18500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/6099\/1523\/files\/DSCF0937.jpg?v=1772038832","url":"https:\/\/dannysvintagewatches.com\/products\/audemars-piguet-rectangular-yellow-gold-onyx-diamond-dial","provider":"Danny's Vintage Watches","version":"1.0","type":"link"}