Audemars Piguet Genta’s Visionary Design｜Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Ref.14790ST | Top Condition Full Set Ref.14790ST

The iconic Tapisserie dial is undoubtedly the most recognizable hallmark of the Royal Oak. Debuted in 1972, this signature dial has continuously evolved over decades, spawning many coveted editions among collectors. This Ref.14790ST encapsulates a pivotal chapter in the Royal Oak’s dial evolution: its three successive dial generations document the transition from Petite to Grande Tapisserie.

Launched in the early 1990s, the Ref.14790ST came in MK1, MK2 and MK3 dial variants. The 1992 MK1 features Petite Tapisserie, slender baton indices and smaller Audemars Piguet lettering. Post-2000 MK3 adopts Grande Tapisserie, boasting a more contemporary aesthetic.

This MK3 dial was produced after around 2000, marking a notable shift in the dial design of the Ref.14790ST. The early fine tapisserie pattern was replaced by the larger Grande Tapisserie, and the baton hour markers were shortened from their original slender form. Luminous details further enrich its character: under daylight, the luminous material on the markers and hands carries a warm cream hue, creating a sharp contrast against the dark large-tapisserie dial and exuding strong vintage charm. In darkness, it emits a striking blue-green glow, revealing another facet of the Royal Oak as a sports watch.

Measuring 36mm, this iconic 1990s golden size is increasingly rare today. Powered by the Cal.2225 automatic movement, developed based on Jaeger-LeCoultre Cal.889. The movement is finished with Geneva waves, perlage and hand bevelling, fitted with a 21K gold rotor. At merely 3.25mm thin, it pairs perfectly with the 36mm case.

This consignment Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Ref.14790ST is in outstanding condition, with barely any polishing marks and crisp preserved case edges. Our workshop has inspected the movement and confirmed it is in excellent shape, a true collector’s piece.