{"product_id":"audemars-piguet-royal-oak-white-dial-ref-14790st","title":"Audemars Piguet Royal Oak White Dial (Ref. 14790ST)","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWorth A Read\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Significance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThe reference 14790ST occupies an important place in the Royal Oak family. At 36mm, it preserves the compact proportions that defined many of the earlier Royal Oak references while still offering the practicality of an automatic movement and date display. The smaller case gives the watch a distinctly different character from the larger Royal Oaks that followed. It feels closer to the restrained proportions associated with the earlier decades of the collection.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe design remains unmistakably Royal Oak from almost any angle. The octagonal bezel, exposed screws, integrated bracelet, and sharply defined case geometry create a watch in which the bracelet and case function as a single design. A white tapisserie dial keeps this example especially clean, allowing the architecture of the case and bracelet to take greater visual importance. The monochromatic combination of steel and white also makes the reference 14790ST unusually versatile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eA 36mm Royal Oak also wears very differently from its measurements on paper. The integrated bracelet and broad case give the watch considerably more wrist presence than a conventional round 36mm watch. At the same time, the thinner proportions keep the design elegant rather than oversized. That combination is a major part of the appeal of the reference 14790ST.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis particular example has been recently polished and presents in phenomenal condition. The finishing appears exceptionally clean throughout, with the alternating brushed and polished surfaces giving the case and bracelet the contrast that is fundamental to the Royal Oak design. There are no visible signs of wear to distract from the overall presentation. For a watch built around precise geometry and surface finishing, that condition makes an immediate difference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe reference 14790ST has increasingly become a compelling choice for collectors drawn to traditionally sized Royal Oaks. It delivers the essential design language without requiring the larger dimensions of later generations. The white dial gives this example an especially crisp and understated appearance. Combined with its exceptionally clean presentation, the result is a Royal Oak that feels equally suited to collecting and regular wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWriter’s Thoughts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full dark markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThere is something particularly satisfying about a Royal Oak at 36mm. The proportions allow the original idea behind the design to come through without the watch becoming visually dominant, yet the integrated bracelet still gives it plenty of presence. The reference 14790ST feels refined in a way that many larger sports watches simply do not. The white dial makes that restrained character even stronger.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis configuration also demonstrates how much the Royal Oak depends on finishing rather than decoration. Brushed steel, polished edges, the octagonal bezel, and the integrated bracelet provide nearly all of the visual interest needed. A clean example of the reference 14790ST allows those details to remain the focus. The result is simple from a distance and remarkably architectural up close.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOur Promise\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery watch is thoroughly vetted, carefully described with complete transparency, and guaranteed authentic. Each piece is offered in honest condition, ensuring collectors receive a timepiece that reflects both originality and integrity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Audemars Piguet\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Royal Oak\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14790ST\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1990s\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCase Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCase Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 36mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDial:\u003c\/strong\u003e White tapisserie dial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Automatic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStrap\/Buckle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless steel integrated Royal Oak bracelet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuckle\/Clasp:\u003c\/strong\u003e Audemars Piguet clasp\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents:\u003c\/strong\u003e Watch only\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eCondition\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCase:\u003c\/strong\u003e Recently polished and presenting in phenomenal condition with no notable signs of wear.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent condition with a clean white tapisserie surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHands:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent condition with a clean appearance throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent condition with no notable signs of wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStrap\/Buckle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Recently polished stainless steel integrated bracelet presenting in phenomenal condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuckle\/Clasp:\u003c\/strong\u003e Audemars Piguet clasp presenting in similarly clean condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Audemars Piguet","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49209684885687,"sku":null,"price":28900.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0553\/8391\/6727\/files\/DSF3907.jpg?v=1789770258","url":"https:\/\/huntingtoncompany.com\/products\/audemars-piguet-royal-oak-white-dial-ref-14790st","provider":"Huntington Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}