Description
Released early 2026, the malachite dial Royal Oak extends Audemars Piguet’s longstanding fascination with hardstone dials dating to the 1960s, bringing ornamental stone artistry into the regular catalog following 2023’s successful turquoise variant limited to 37mm. The malachite execution represents bolder embrace of natural materials—each dial displays unique banded patterns formed during crystallization process, with subtle variations in hue resulting from fluctuations in copper content within the stone’s chemical composition. Higher copper concentrations yield deeper greens while lower levels produce lighter shades, ensuring no two examples share identical appearance. Audemars Piguet deliberately selected softer, more undulating malachite patterns featuring flowing dark green striations rather than regimented geometric banding typical of other manufacturers’ stone dial executions. Bad Bunny wore the 37mm variant during Super Bowl LX halftime performance, immediately catapulting the collection into mainstream consciousness. The pairing of yellow gold with vibrant green malachite creates striking contrast between precious metal’s warm radiance and stone’s dramatic organic depth—equally suited to statement occasions and refined elegance.
The 41mm case measures 10.5mm thick, crafted entirely in 18k yellow gold with Gérald Genta’s signature octagonal architecture featuring satin-brushed surfaces contrasted by mirror-polished bevels that sharply define the bezel and integrated bracelet links. Eight exposed hexagonal screws with perfectly aligned slots secure the octagonal bezel to the case, maintaining the Royal Oak’s unmistakable industrial-luxury aesthetic established in 1972. The polished natural malachite dial replaces the iconic Grande Tapisserie pattern with stone’s inherent banded texture, creating visual depth through layered striations unique to each watch. Applied 18k yellow gold baton hour markers and matching Royal Oak hands filled with luminescent material provide warm contrast against the verdant background, framed by a yellow gold-toned inner bezel. The dial displays only essential functions—central hours, minutes, and seconds—allowing the malachite’s natural beauty to command attention without complication clutter. A sapphire crystal with double anti-reflective coating protects the dial while a sapphire exhibition caseback reveals the self-winding Caliber 4309 comprising 225 components with 32 jewels, operating at 28,800 vph and delivering 70-hour power reserve. The movement showcases traditional haute horlogerie finishing visible through the gold caseback frame, balancing decorative artistry on the dial side with technical refinement beneath. The integrated 18k yellow gold bracelet flows seamlessly from the case with the Royal Oak’s characteristic H-link design featuring brushed center links flanked by polished outer links, secured by a three-blade folding clasp. Water resistance reaches 50 meters.
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