Audemars Piguet Skeleton 4263BA Yellow Gold/White Gold Two-Tone
In the 1980s and 1990s powerhouses of the watch world were desperate in attempt to lure clients back from buying quartz watches. To differentiate themselves, brands like Audemars Piguet focused on craftsmanship and individuality for mechanical watches. This particular piece is the perfect example of the techniques Audemars Piguet used to create complicated and mesmerising dress watches.
In the 1980s and 1990s powerhouses of the watch world were desperate in attempt to lure clients back from buying quartz watches. To differentiate themselves, brands like Audemars Piguet focused on craftsmanship and individuality for mechanical watches. This particular piece is the perfect example of the techniques Audemars Piguet used to create complicated and mesmerising dress watches.
In the 1980s and 1990s powerhouses of the watch world were desperate in attempt to lure clients back from buying quartz watches. To differentiate themselves, brands like Audemars Piguet focused on craftsmanship and individuality for mechanical watches. This particular piece is the perfect example of the techniques Audemars Piguet used to create complicated and mesmerising dress watches.
Technical Data:
Maker: Audemars Piguet
Model: Jules Audemars Skeleton
Reference: 4263
Year: Circa 1980s (Open date papers)
Condition: 8.8/10
Material: Yellow gold and white gold
Dimensions: 33mm
Crystal: Sapphire crystal
Dial: Openwork 18k gold engraved dial
Bezel: white gold
Caliber: Calibre 2120
Bracelet/Strap: Comes with original burgundy alligator strap and Audemars Piguet yellow gold buckle.
Box/Papers: Full Set inner box and papers
Condition:
The watch is in excellent condition 8.8/10 with normal signs of aging and wear. The watch maintains its full and sharp case with hallmarks still extremely well preserved. The fully skeletonised dial is in perfect condition with no signs of damage with the skeletonised movement in perfect condition as well. The watch comes with the original folder and papers with watch pouches.
Our Thoughts:
In the aftermaths of the quartz crisis, powerhouses with the likes of Audemars Piguet strive to create highly complicated wristwatches with attractive and decorative designs that adds a layer of excellence to combat watches that were powered by batteries.
This particular example might be on the smaller side, but the level of details within the engravings throughout the dial and movement is exceptionally executed. The piece is an extremely rare piece with the two-tone precious metal case, layering the white gold bezel with a yellow gold roping which is rarely seen on any Audemars Piguet watches. A true collectors’ piece, Audemars Piguet designed this particular piece without a clear logo on the dial, making it just a touch bit more special focusing on the craftsmanship on display.
