Introduction
Famed for their aggressively avant-garde take on design and aesthetics, Audemars Piguet has long been known to blend aspects of their history with their own take on horology. As a result, timepieces that feature both period-defining designs and aspects of AP’s historical DNA can be produced, just like this ref. 14232BA that we have here. Featuring a 34mm round 18kt yellow gold case with a stepped bezel and a skeletonized dial, this timepiece blends AP’s love of opulence with their desire to celebrate their unique designs. Powered by a thin openworked automatic movement, this timepiece ensures that AP’s clientele could enjoy AP’s high level of craftsmanship without having to compromise on the fit and finish of the watch. With its beautifully intricate construction and opulent sense of design this example’s various parts combine to create a timepiece with a unique aesthetic that jumps off the wrist and packs a serious punch of style that other leather-strapped dress watches would fail to emulate, making it thoroughly unique.
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Grade
M 8.5
Status
Vetted & Approved
Included
Box
Est. value range
$12,000 – $18,000
The Details
Brand
Audemars Piguet
Dimensions
34mm
Model
Classic Skeleton
Movement
Automatic
Reference
14232BA
Bracelet
Leather strap
Year
Circa 1990s
Condition
Excellent
Material
18kt yellow gold
Included
Watch and box
Dial Color
White and golden
THE DIAL
Featuring a white chapter ring and a delicately engraved openworked dial above its movement, the ref. 14232BA's golden display showcases why AP are the grandfathers of skeletonization, with its exposed bridges also decorated with intricate hand-engravings.
THE CONSTRUCTION
Offering an opulent sense of design within a relatively compact package, the ref. 14232BA's 34mm 18kt yellow gold case, with its stepped bezel, serves as the perfect balance for its elaborate skeletonized dial and movement.
TIMING MACHINE READOUT
This reading was taken (crown down) with a ONEOF Accuracy Boutique Edition timing machine at time of cataloging. It is provided as a courtesy only, and shall not be construed as a warranty or guarantee of any kind. Please refer to our terms and conditions of sale for more information.
Condition
Watch is in overall excellent condition. The yellow gold case shows surface scratches and small nicks around the case and bezel, and has developed a pleasing patina across the gold surfaces. The display case back remains clean and retains well-defined engravings. The winding crown shows some small nicks. The skeletonised dial elements are all near mint. It is fitted with a black Audemars Piguet crocodile strap and a yellow gold Audemars Piguet signed buckle showing light surface marks. Comes complete with its original Audemars Piguet box.
Please note: The watch ticks at time of cataloging, but timekeeping is poor and a service is recommended.
Please Note: Due to CITES considerations, if the watch is to be shipped outside of the USA, the exotic skin strap will have to be removed.
Our Perspective
Aesthetically avant-garde and stylistically unique, this ref. 14232BA is a wonderful reminder of AP's skill and craftsmanship as one of horology's most revered watchmaking houses.
Eric Ku
Co-founder
