Audemars Piguet is proud to present a new limited edition 34 mm Royal Oak in black ceramic. This timepiece is the fruit of the latest collaboration between AP and Carolina Bucci. In celebration of the Royal Oak’s 50th anniversary, the Italian jewelry designer has created a dial endowed with a unique multi-colored mirror effect paying tribute to the iconic Tapisserie design. The result is as unexpected as it is elegant. This limited edition is designed for both men and women and is available exclusively in Audemars Piguet boutiques and AP Houses.

At first glance, the dial appears black, but on closer inspection, it reveals a multi-colored spectrum that brings the Tapisserie effect to life in the ever-changing light. To reach this result, a sapphire plate adorned with little squares achieved through micro-structuring is added on top of the brass dial plate to create rich rainbow-colored plays of light. A golden metallization, specially developed for the occasion, is also applied onto the back of the sapphire plate to create a mirror effect and shines light onto the dial. The pattern of iridescent colors varies from dial to dial, making each design unique.

The black ceramic case on the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Carolina Bucci Limited Edition ref. 77350CE.OO.1266CE.02 is highlighted by hexagonal pink gold screws that secure the bezel and create an elegant contrast of colors. All the components of the case and bracelet are finished with the Manufacture’s signature satin-finishing that is paired with polished chamfers for a maximum play on light. 

The bracelet has been slightly revised to provide a better visual effect. The pins connecting the links to the studs are no longer visible from the side, but are directly integrated into the studs.

The titanium and sapphire caseback is engraved with the inscription “Limited Edition Carolina Bucci” and reveals the Calibre 5800 beneath, which indicates the hours, minutes, seconds and date. In keeping with the finish on the screws, hour-markers, and hands, the 22K pink gold oscillating weight features elegant microbead-blasted, polished, and satin finishes.

On the dial, the AP monogram has vanished to leave pride of place to the long-form signature which has been engraved on top of the sapphire plate and filled with white lacquer due to the singularity of the dial imagined by Carolina Bucci.

This limited edition comes in a presentation box that has also been designed by Carolina Bucci. For this special occasion, the jewelry designer wanted to use the Tapisserie pattern in relief, going into the finest details, to pay homage to the 1972 classic. The new Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Carolina Bucci Limited Edition ref. 77350CE.OO.1266CE.02 is available in a limited edition of only 300 pieces.

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