CIRCA: 1990s
CASE MATERIAL: Stainless steel with 18k yellow gold bezel
DIAMETER: 36 mm.
DIAL: Grey ‘Petite Tapisserie’ dial with applied indices
MOVEMENT: Cal. 2225, automatic
FUNCTIONS: Time, date

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This example, the reference 14700,was produced for a short period of time, in the late 1980s, as an alternative to the Jumbo Royal Oak 5402, with a reduced diameter of 36 mm. (over 39 mm.) and seen as a transitional reference between Ref.4100 and Ref. 14790.

In many ways, the reference 14700 is a scaled-down version of the original reference 5402, retaining many of the same features, such as the ‘Petite Tapisserie’ dial, and overall proportions. Interestingly, the dial on the ref. 14700 measures 1mm less than the dial on the original Royal Oak,the ref. 5402. As a result, the watch wears larger than its proportions would otherwise suggest, giving it an important visual presence on the wrist.

The Audemars Piguet Ref 14700 presents a very good opportunity to acquire an early, rare and supremely wearable Royal Oak.

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OVERALL CONDITION: The watch is in good condition

CASE: The case is in good condition, it has been refreshed at the hands of a professional. Service crown

DIAL: Original dial, the luminous material from the indices is missing, presumably cleaned for the dial

MOVEMENT: Ticking at the time of cataloguing. However a service is recommended.

BRACELET: Good condition, bracelet has been refreshed.

Length: 135 mm. (5.3 inches) with 6 removable links
Overall length: Including watch head: 180 mm.

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