{"product_id":"untitled-aug21_00-07-43","title":"Audemars Piguet ‘Tank’ 25mm - Ref. 4247-515","description":"\u003cp\u003eFor sale is an exceptionally elegant vintage 1970s Audemars Piguet Ref. 4247-515, crafted from a striking combination of 18k white and yellow gold and featuring a beautifully understated silver “snowflake” textured dial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe watch is distinguished by its unusual 25mm rectangular case and extraordinary integrated bracelet, where white and yellow gold are woven together in an intricate jewellery-like construction. Powered by a traditional manual-wound Audemars Piguet movement, the watch has also just been professionally serviced and is running beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Watch\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAudemars Piguet has a long history of producing refined dress watches alongside its more widely recognised complicated pieces. During the mid-20th century, the manufacture created an extraordinary variety of slim, precious-metal watches, often combining traditional Swiss watchmaking with highly elaborate case and bracelet designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ref. 4247-515 is a wonderful example of this approach. Rather than relying on size or complication for its presence, the watch is defined by its proportions, contrasting precious metals and exceptional bracelet construction, giving it the appearance of a piece of fine jewellery as much as a mechanical wristwatch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Dial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe watch features a beautiful silver snowflake dial, characterised by its finely textured, almost crystalline surface. Depending on the light, the finish shifts between soft silver and subtle grey tones, giving the otherwise minimalist dial an impressive sense of depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe design itself is exceptionally clean, with no conventional hour markers. Instead, an applied yellow gold AP monogram at 12 o’clock provides the sole visual marker, complemented by elegant yellow gold hands. The Audemars Piguet signature is discreetly printed towards the lower half of the dial, preserving the wonderfully restrained aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Case\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe rectangular case is crafted from a combination of 18k white and yellow gold, with the contrasting metals used to accentuate its architectural shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA polished yellow gold bezel surrounds the dial, while the white gold outer case creates a distinctive two-tone profile when viewed from the side. The stepped construction and sharply defined corners give the watch a wonderfully elegant 1970s character, while its slim proportions allow it to sit exceptionally close to the wrist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe caseback is finished in yellow gold and carries the reference and precious-metal hallmarks associated with the watch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Bracelet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePerhaps the most distinctive element of this example is its remarkable integrated white and yellow gold bracelet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than using conventional links, the bracelet is constructed from numerous small interlocking elements arranged into an intricate woven pattern. Rounded white gold sections are interspersed with polished yellow gold bars, creating a rich contrast between the two metals and an almost fabric-like appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bracelet flows directly from the case without conventional lugs, giving the entire watch a beautifully cohesive design. Its remarkable flexibility allows it to drape naturally around the wrist, while the substantial construction reinforces the jewellery-like quality of the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompleting the bracelet is an equally distinctive ribbed clasp bearing the applied AP monogram, continuing the two-tone aesthetic throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Movement\u003cbr\u003ePowering the watch is a traditional manual-wound Audemars Piguet movement, entirely appropriate for the slim proportions and refined character of the piece. The movement has just been professionally serviced and is running beautifully, allowing the watch to be enjoyed mechanically as well as aesthetically.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded with the watch:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e- Original Box: No\u003cbr\u003e- Original Papers: No\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Data:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Model: 4247-515\u003cbr\u003e- Year: Circa 1970s\u003cbr\u003e- Case material: White \u0026amp; Yellow Gold\u003cbr\u003e- Case diameter: 25mm\u003cbr\u003e- Bracelet: Integrated Woven\u003cbr\u003e- Bracelet material: White \u0026amp; Yellow Gold\u003cbr\u003e- Dial: Snowflake Dial\u003cbr\u003e- Crystal: Sapphire\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brothers \u0026 Bezels UAE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46908680994977,"sku":null,"price":66000.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/2261\/3921\/files\/C4E7BB75-3577-4F1B-A094-FCEFC0692DB3.jpg?v=1787256709","url":"https:\/\/brothersandbezels.ae\/products\/untitled-aug21_00-07-43","provider":"Brothers \u0026 Bezels UAE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}