Long before the Royal Oak recast Audemars Piguet as a maker of sports watches, the house was already an accomplished jeweller, and this Classic reference belongs to that quieter, decorative lineage. It follows a beloved archetype of fine watchmaking, the diamond cocktail watch, where a blossom of brilliant-cut stones surrounds the dial like the petals of a marguerite. More brooch than timepiece in spirit, it is designed to be worn as heirloom jewellery for the most glamorous occasions.

Crafted in 18-karat white gold, the small round case sits at the heart of a scalloped diamond surround, its claw-set brilliants interspersed with gold beads that lend the cluster texture and sparkle. The dial is entirely paved with diamonds, leaving only the applied AP monogram and fine black hands to mark the time. Matching diamonds run along the supple bracelet, so the watch glitters uninterrupted from clasp to clasp across the wrist.

*This timepiece comes with the Audemars Piguet Archive Papers.