Audemars Piguet Royal Oak White Gold Tropical Dial - Box and Papers (Ref. 14790BC)
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History and Significance
Some Royal Oaks are collectible because of their reference. Others because of their metal. Every so often, a watch comes along that checks nearly every box a collector could hope for. This is one of those watches.
The reference 14790 has long been appreciated as one of the most wearable Royal Oak references ever produced, but examples cased in white gold are exceptionally uncommon. While steel and yellow gold examples appear with some regularity, factory white gold watches represent a very small portion of overall production, making them some of the most desirable variants within the reference.
As remarkable as the metal is, the dial may be even more impressive. Over time it has developed a stunning tropical appearance that gives the watch an entirely unique character while remaining beautifully even throughout. Combined with an incredibly tight bracelet that feels almost factory fresh, this Royal Oak presents at an extraordinary level.
Accompanied by its original box, papers, and Audemars Piguet service documentation, this is the kind of complete package that rarely reaches the open market. It represents not only one of the rarest configurations of the 14790, but also one of the most complete and honest examples a collector could hope to acquire.
Writer’s Thoughts
It's easy to call a watch rare, but every once in a while you handle something that genuinely earns the description. Finding a white gold 14790 is uncommon enough. Finding one with a beautifully tropical dial, an incredibly tight bracelet, complete documentation, and recent Audemars Piguet service is on another level entirely. The more time you spend researching this reference, the more you begin to appreciate just how few examples like this actually exist. This is exactly the kind of Royal Oak that makes collecting so much fun.
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Every 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.
Brand: Audemars Piguet
Model: Royal Oak
Reference: 14790BC
Year: Circa 1990s
Case Material: 18 Karat White Gold
Case Size: 36mm
Dial: Tropical Diamond Dial
Movement: Automatic
Strap/Bracelet: Original Integrated White Gold Bracelet
Buckle/Clasp: Original Audemars Piguet Folding Clasp
Contents: Original box, original papers, and Audemars Piguet service papers
Case: The white gold case remains in exceptional overall condition with crisp finishing, sharp bezel edges, and only light signs of careful wear.
Dial: The original diamond dial has developed a beautiful, evenly tropicalized finish while remaining exceptionally clean, with no notable blemishes or damage.
Hands: The original hands remain in excellent condition with clean surfaces and matching finish throughout.
Crystal: The sapphire crystal is clean overall with no noticeable scratches or distractions.
Strap/Bracelet: The original integrated white gold bracelet remains exceptionally tight with beautifully preserved finishing throughout. It wears remarkably well and feels closer to a much newer watch than one of this era.
Buckle/Clasp: The original Audemars Piguet folding clasp remains in excellent condition and functions exactly as intended.
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak White Gold Tropical Dial - Box and Papers (Ref. 14790BC)
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History and Significance
Some Royal Oaks are collectible because of their reference. Others because of their metal. Every so often, a watch comes along that checks nearly every box a collector could hope for. This is one of those watches.
The reference 14790 has long been appreciated as one of the most wearable Royal Oak references ever produced, but examples cased in white gold are exceptionally uncommon. While steel and yellow gold examples appear with some regularity, factory white gold watches represent a very small portion of overall production, making them some of the most desirable variants within the reference.
As remarkable as the metal is, the dial may be even more impressive. Over time it has developed a stunning tropical appearance that gives the watch an entirely unique character while remaining beautifully even throughout. Combined with an incredibly tight bracelet that feels almost factory fresh, this Royal Oak presents at an extraordinary level.
Accompanied by its original box, papers, and Audemars Piguet service documentation, this is the kind of complete package that rarely reaches the open market. It represents not only one of the rarest configurations of the 14790, but also one of the most complete and honest examples a collector could hope to acquire.
Writer’s Thoughts
It's easy to call a watch rare, but every once in a while you handle something that genuinely earns the description. Finding a white gold 14790 is uncommon enough. Finding one with a beautifully tropical dial, an incredibly tight bracelet, complete documentation, and recent Audemars Piguet service is on another level entirely. The more time you spend researching this reference, the more you begin to appreciate just how few examples like this actually exist. This is exactly the kind of Royal Oak that makes collecting so much fun.
Our Promise
Every 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.
Brand: Audemars Piguet
Model: Royal Oak
Reference: 14790BC
Year: Circa 1990s
Case Material: 18 Karat White Gold
Case Size: 36mm
Dial: Tropical Diamond Dial
Movement: Automatic
Strap/Bracelet: Original Integrated White Gold Bracelet
Buckle/Clasp: Original Audemars Piguet Folding Clasp
Contents: Original box, original papers, and Audemars Piguet service papers
Case: The white gold case remains in exceptional overall condition with crisp finishing, sharp bezel edges, and only light signs of careful wear.
Dial: The original diamond dial has developed a beautiful, evenly tropicalized finish while remaining exceptionally clean, with no notable blemishes or damage.
Hands: The original hands remain in excellent condition with clean surfaces and matching finish throughout.
Crystal: The sapphire crystal is clean overall with no noticeable scratches or distractions.
Strap/Bracelet: The original integrated white gold bracelet remains exceptionally tight with beautifully preserved finishing throughout. It wears remarkably well and feels closer to a much newer watch than one of this era.
Buckle/Clasp: The original Audemars Piguet folding clasp remains in excellent condition and functions exactly as intended.