Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 26331BC.GG.1224BC.01 Chronograph Frosted White Gold Purple Dial (2019)

This Royal Oak Chronograph unites two of Audemars Piguet's most distinctive innovations within a single limited edition of just 200 pieces. The frosted gold finish — developed with Florentine jewelry designer Carolina Bucci and first introduced for the Royal Oak's 40th anniversary in 2016 — revives an ancient hammering technique in which the gold surface is struck with a diamond-tipped tool, scattering microscopic indentations that shimmer like diamond dust. Paired with a rich plum purple "Grande Tapisserie" dial, this frosted white gold execution represents a rare convergence of the maison's gem-setting artistry and Genta's enduring 1972 design, appealing to collectors drawn to the most expressive precious-metal Royal Oaks.

The 41mm case in 18-karat frosted white gold measures 11mm thick, framing a plum purple "Grande Tapisserie" dial with silver-toned counters, white gold applied hour markers, and Royal Oak hands with luminescent coating. Three chronograph registers sit at three, six, and nine o'clock, with a tachymeter inner bezel and a date aperture between four and five. The self-winding Caliber 2385 drives the chronograph with a 40-hour power reserve, completed by an integrated frosted white gold Royal Oak bracelet with AP folding clasp.

*This timepiece has factory stickers on the buckle.

*This is a limited edition of 200 pieces.