Audemars Piguet VZSS YG 36mm 1952

Audemars Piguet VZSSC 18K Yellow Gold 36mm
Serial: 1139 / 52990
Circa: 1952
Reference: N/A

DIAL: Silver opalin dial with applied hour markers, 3-9-12 applied, crosshair sub seconds

CASE: 36mm, 18K yellow gold, snap back, acrylic crystal

MOVEMENT: Caliber 13VZSS, manual wind, 19 jewels

BRACELET: Alligator strap with vintage yellow gold plated buckle

CONDITION REPORT: The case appears worn, but overall still crisp and serial number still clearly visible on the back as well as hallmark. The dial is pristinely preserved. Overall, excellent example.

NOTES: This Audemars Piguet timepiece houses the renowned Audemars Piguet 13VZSS caliber movement, originally derived from the Valjoux 13-ligne blank (13VZ), known for its use in more complex watches like perpetual calendars (See Patek Philippe 1518). Despite its chronograph origins, the movement's efficiency improves when used in a time-only display, enhancing overall precision. The watch boasts a 36mm case with a snap back design, a rather large diameter for an Audemars Piguet dress watch of the era. The silvered dial with a modest "Audemars Piguet" signature and exquisite côtes de Genève decoration on the movement attest to the excellent artisanal craftsmanship of the time.