Audemars Piguet Quantieme Perpetual Calendar 25548BA
Basic Info
Listing code : KZKUX2
Brand : Audemars Piguet
Model : Quantieme Perpetual Calendar
Reference number : 25548BA
Movement : Automatic
Case material : Yellow gold
Bracelet material : Leather
Year of production : 1985
Condition : Good
(Light signs of wear or scratches)
Scope of delivery : No original box, no original papers
Gender : Men's watch/Unisex
Location : United Kingdom, LONDON
Price : 18,095
Availability : Item is in stock
Caliber
Movement : Automatic
Caliber/movement : 2120/2800
Base caliber : 2120
Power reserve : 40 h
Number of jewels : 38
Case
Case material : Yellow gold
Case diameter : 36 mm
Water resistance : Not water resistant
Bezel material : Yellow gold
Crystal : Sapphire crystal
Dial : White
Dial numerals : No numerals
Bracelet/strap
Bracelet material : Leather
Bracelet color : Brown
Clasp : Buckle
Clasp material : Yellow gold
Functions
Moon phase, Date, Weekday, Month, Year, Annual calendar, 4-year calendar, Perpetual calendar
Other
Tempered blue hands
The 25548 hails from a lineage of distinguished timepieces, crafted by one of the world’s most revered watchmakers, Audemars Piguet. Founded in 1875 by Jules Louis Audemars and Edward Auguste Piguet, the brand has long been synonymous with innovation, technical mastery, and timeless design. Introduced in the late 1970s as the 5548, the 25548 epitomises these values, seamlessly blending classical aesthetics with sophisticated engineering.
This iconic model was designed by Jacqueline Dimier, one of the most influential figures in watchmaking. Dimier, who joined Audemars Piguet in the 1970s, played a crucial role in evolving the brand's design language, following in the footsteps of Gérald Genta, the mastermind behind the Royal Oak. Her vision for the 5548 was to create a watch that balances opulence with subtle elegance, resulting in a timepiece that is both striking and understated.
The 25548 in question is from the latter part of its production, spanning from 1984 to 1991. While gold examples of this model are the most common, fewer than 2,100 were made in total—a number significantly lower than the daily production of Rolex watches.
Inside, the renowned caliber 2120/2800 movement powers the watch. The 5548 was the first to feature this movement, which enjoyed great success over the next two decades before being retired in the mid-1990s.
This particular watch is in superb condition, having been serviced by Audemars Piguet in 2021, and it remains in perfect working order, running at -3 seconds per day, with an amplitude of 260 and a beat error of 0.0. It comes with two leather straps, one brown and one black, and its original gold pin buckle.
Given its complexity, rarity, and prestige, it is truly remarkable that this watch remains more affordable than a modern steel Royal Oak. This underscores the exceptional value it offers to discerning collectors.
