Top Lots: Ineichen Auctioneer's Upcoming 'Royal 50' Auction
On Saturday, May 28, Zurich-based auction house Ineichen Auctioneers will host an iconic themed auction featuring 50 outstanding lots to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak. Today, we share some of our favorites with you.Audemars Piguet ROYAL OAK OPENWORKED PERPETUAL CALENDAR 25829OR
In 2021, Ineichen Auctioneers introduces the world of watch collecting to a themed auction offering just 50 lots. The first is the "Shades of Grey" auction. Then came the "Alchemy of Gold" auction, "Life of the Rose" and, most recently, the "Precious Blues" auction in April.
Interestingly, by eschewing the more traditional format of semi-annual auctions of 200 lots or more in favor of more frequent auctions of up to 50 lots, Ineichen assures sellers that their lots will sell and attract collectors House bids are higher. All in one go. And now, in 2022, the Zurich-based auction house is poised to change the game again.
In a recent statement, Ineichen said that, starting with the upcoming "Royal 50" auction, it will no longer charge the traditional buyer's premium for items sold at auction. It was a first in the watch world, but times are changing.high quality replica watches
"Royal 50" auction Ineichen Auctioneers has selected 50 coveted Audemars Piguet Royal Oaks for the "Royal 50" auction. From early A or B series models to the extremely rare Supersonnerie, the "Royal 50" auction catalogue accurately represents five decades of excellence and boldness in the collection.
Lot 44: Royal Oak Self-winding Flying Tourbillon Super Limited Edition The ten-piece Royal Oak Self-Winding Flying Tourbillon Super Limited Edition (Ref. 26530ST) is like a supercar of the highest order: you know they exist, but you’ve never seen them on the road.
In stark contrast to the iconic Royal Oak shape, the refined dial of lot 44, with its unforgettable moonstone blue to black gradient and brocade pattern, invites the viewer to admire the delicate flying tourbillon. Overall, this watch is almost at the top of the list in terms of what watch connoisseurs can expect from such an aggressive limited-edition fake watches for sale.
Lot 37, 12 and 28: Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar Openwork Set of Three When collectors talk about Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar Skeletons, the discussion always boils down to the best references. From "Platinum is purer" to "Gold is back" to "Rose gold is the killer," you'll find defenders everywhere.
However, looking at lots 37, 12 and 28 (which we all agree are authoritative masterpieces), the answer is clear: they are all the best. Why? Because there is no other option by which to judge perfection. This may seem like faulty reasoning, but it is unavoidable: they are both the best Royal Oak perpetual calendar skeletons, because there is no comparison. All parties win by default.
Lot 12 features a rose gold Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar Skeleton (Ref. 25829OR). Again, it may well exceed its estimates, as the specific configuration of this reference includes an engraved and skeletonized rhodium-plated movement that contrasts with the strength of rose gold and is more in line with today's styles and trends.
Lot 35: Royal Oak Minute Repeater Supersonnerie Another unicorn in the "Royal 50" auction is lot 35: a very rare Royal Oak Minute Repeater Super Sonnerie (Ref. 26591TI) in perfect condition.Richard Mille RM 67-02 Charles Leclerc Prototype
Although it measures 42mm and is 14mm thick to accommodate the magnifying function of the minute repeater, this five-piece limited-edition watch features an ultra-light (and ultra-resonant) case and bracelet in titanium, It is a pure pleasure to wear.
Lot 23: 25th Anniversary of the Royal Oak Tourbillon Skeleton Watch In my opinion, the crown of the Royal Oak is one of the little details that blows my mind and makes the whole watch design a success. I mean, what other watch has a crown almost identical to its case design?
However, my prejudice aside, the 10th limited edition Royal Oak Tourbillon Skeleton 25th Anniversary Edition (Ref. 25902PT), with its crown set on the sapphire caseback, is a delight to me. Pleasant mystery. I can only speculate that the brand included this extremely rare complication to mimic a traditional clock.
Lot 40: Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar Yves Klein From an artistic point of view, blue was and is still the most complex color. Yet, somehow, Yves Klein managed to create a shade of blue so beautiful that it looked like it came from a canvas by a Picasso or Van Gogh master.Greubel Forsey Replica watches
Lot 8: Rose Gold Royal Oak Cutout 40th Anniversary Limited Edition of 40 While the recently released 50th Anniversary Royal Oak (Ref. 16202) may be the “it” watch of the moment, the Lot 8’s Royal Oak Skeleton 40th Anniversary (Ref. 15204OR) is on another level and will always be.
Why? Because while all Royal Oaks delivered in 2022 will feature a "50th Anniversary" rotor, Ref.16202 is a permanent release. In contrast, the skeletonized dial, almost the same design as the original "Jumbo" from 1972.
History Book Auction Aside from the "Royal 50" being the company's first auction to waive the buyer's premium, Ineichen CEO Artemy Lechbinsky told us that removing the buyer's premium is just one strategy among many.
Lechbinsky explained that before the "Royal 50" auction, a special auction will be held that will contain NFTs, and the winning bidder reserves the right to purchase 0.5% of Ineichen Auctioneers' total share capital. replica watches for sale