Audemars Piguet Edward Piguet Quantieme Perpetual 18k Rose Gold - Ref. 25799OR

For sale is an exquisite and rare Audemars Piguet Edward Piguet Quantième Perpétuel, reference 25799OR, crafted in 18k rose gold and fitted with a refined white dial. Produced in 1999, this elegant timepiece embodies Audemars Piguet’s tradition of high complication watchmaking in a less commonly seen rectangular form. This example comes with an Extract from the Archives from Audemars Piguet.

Quantième Perpétuel (Perpetual Calendar Complication): The Edward Piguet Quantième Perpétuel is equipped with a full perpetual calendar, displaying the day, date, month, leap year cycle, and moonphase. This sophisticated mechanism automatically accounts for the varying lengths of months and leap years, requiring no manual correction until the year 2100. The complication is thoughtfully laid out across the dial, offering both technical sophistication and visual balance.

The Dial: The watch features a classic white lacquered dial with a symmetrical layout that reflects both elegance and clarity. Four subdials present the perpetual calendar functions in a legible and aesthetically pleasing manner. The Arabic numerals are finely printed in black, lending the watch a timeless, traditional character. Blued steel hands are used for the calendar indicators, while the hour and minute hands are crafted in black, matching the hour markers. At six o’clock, the moonphase display is beautifully rendered, depicting a painted moon disc against a deep night sky.

The Case: This model is housed in an 18k rose gold case that measures approximately 29mm in width and 46mm in length. Its rectangular form is distinctive of the Edward Piguet line and evokes a refined Art Deco influence. The watch has a sapphire crystal on the front and an exhibition caseback that allows a view of the finely finished movement. The curved lugs ensure that the watch sits comfortably and elegantly on the wrist. The caseback is engraved with the model’s reference and serial numbers.

Strap & Deployant Clasp: The watch is fitted with an original black Audemars Piguet leather strap, which complements the warmth of the rose gold case beautifully. It is secured with the original 18k rose gold Audemars Piguet deployant clasp, which is both secure and comfortable. The clasp features the Audemars Piguet logo which adds a final touch of luxury to the overall presentation.

Provenance & Condition: This example was manufactured in 1999 and is accompanied by an Extract from the Archives from Audemars Piguet, which verifies the watch's production details. It is in excellent overall condition. The case retains sharp lines and a clean finish, while the dial and hands are also clean. The movement is in full working order, keeping time accurately, with all calendar functions operating as they should.

Summary: The Audemars Piguet Edward Piguet Quantième Perpétuel ref. 25799OR is a rare and refined timepiece that combines classical aesthetics with mechanical sophistication. Its distinctive rectangular case, and complex perpetual calendar make it a standout choice for collectors and connoisseurs of traditional haute horlogerie. This watch offers a compelling alternative to more ubiquitous round or Royal Oak-based designs and represents a particularly elegant chapter in Audemars Piguet’s history.

Included with the watch:

- Original Box: No

- Original Papers: No

- Archive Papers: Yes

Technical Data:

- Model: 25799OR

- Year: 1999

- Case material: Rose Gold

- Case diameter: 45mm x 28mm

- Bracelet: AP Strap

- Bracelet material: Leather

- Dial: White

- Crystal: Sapphire

Movement:

Audemars Piguet Automatic self-winding movement