Pre-Owned Audemars Piguet Day Date Dress Watch 40990342/AS05622

WHY WE LOVE IT

Complicated vintage dress pieces particularly ones finished in precious metals and packing a lot of horological heat for their size are often overlooked these days. But those in the know will recognize that the craftsmanship, materials, and complexity amount to worlds beyond their current market value, and will snatch them up in advance of an inevitable stylistic turn in their direction! Pieces such as this - a yellow gold Day-Date - are a perfect example of Audemars Piguet's design savoir-faire outside of the cherished Royal Oak. Finished in 18k yellow gold, this Reference 25574BA features a 33 case with a stepped bezel, a cream-colored enamel dial with Roman indices, a matching pencil handset with blued steel subsidiary hands, and an automatic-winding movement within. This is an investment-grade heirloom piece. Timeless. Elegant. Tasteful. This is the type of watch that excites serious collectors and horological newcomers alike.

OVERALL CONDITION The case is in excellent condition overall showing normal signs of wear consistent with age and use. Gloss white enamel dial with painted 'Roman' indices is in equally excellent condition, showing a creamy even patina throughout with a matching yellow gold pencil handset and blued-steel subsidiary register hands. 18K yellow gold stepped bezel. 18K unsigned crown.