Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Extra-Thin 50th Anniversary Edition 16202PT

Description

Introduced in 1972, the revolutionary Royal Oak collection by Audemar Piguet became an instant classic among discerning collectors. The watchmaker brought a luxury steel watch to the forefront with a design that was far ahead of its time. The timepiece became a major success and is a legend in the horological space. Surpassing the wonders of design, it remains a contemporary icon.

The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 50th Anniversary is of “Jumbo” size and is an ode to the one and only Royal Oak 5402 crafted in 1972. Featuring a platinum case with a smoked green dial adorning a sunburst pattern, and octagonal bezel, the piece is completed with a rivetting integrated bracelet with an AP folding clasp. It marks the collection’s 50th anniversary in true artistic and sophisticated style.

The smoked green dial with its sunburst finish brings a rich sense of depth and a fresh, modern edge to the Royal Oak’s iconic look. Finished with white gold hour markers and luminescent hands.

Crafted from platinum and finished by hand, the case showcases a sapphire crystal and case-back which is glare-proofed for added functionality. Sized at 39mm with a thickness of 8mm, the watch has a water resistance of 50m.

The Royal Oak’s 50th Anniversary self-winding movement is new, with a Calibre 7121, featuring 33 jewels, and a power reserve of 55 hours. It is complemented by a pink gold rhodium-glazed “50-years” weight that oscillates, adding to the anniversary charm – available exclusively on the anniversary models released in 2022.