Cardi B – Audemars Piguet Royal Oak with “Grande Tapisserie” pattern

Rapper and songwriter Cardi B is wearing a 41mm Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Selfwinding in 18k pink gold with a black dial with a “Grande Tapisserie” pattern.

Belcalis Marlenis Almánzar Cephus (real name), regarded as one of the best female rappers of all time, is since 2022 also been the creative director of the entertainment magazine “Playboy.”

Overall Review

The Royal Oak watch by Audemars Piguet is a remarkable symbol. It defied tradition in ways that had never before been thought possible because of its instantly recognizable octagonal bezel featuring 8 visible screws. It blurred the distinction between high-end as well as sports pieces and rewrote the norms of Haute Horlogerie to provide fresh insights into what a watch symbolizes. It is more than just a timepiece; it is a declaration of uniqueness.

Audemars Piguet’s ladies’ Royal Oak watches are multifaceted in every word’s meaning. They also feature a wide range of components and colors, as well as traditional finishing and dazzling jewels. It is a single timepiece with numerous faces, each of which is fascinating to wear.

The Royal Oak has been designed for small wrists since the beginning of the watch’s history. Four years after the piece’s introduction in 1972, Audemars Piguet created a smaller version for women while carefully adjusting it to preserve its famous dimensions and distinguishing features. The ladies’ Royal Oak was actually the creation of Jacqueline Dimier, one of the earliest women timepiece manufacturers of the time.

The AP Royal Oak’s innovative design, which combines elegance and sportiness, started the trend of high-end sports timepieces. This limited edition Royal Oak features an eye-catching and dapper black dial and is crafted in a 41mm 18-carat rose gold casing with an octagonal bezel. It’s a terrific touch on a contemporary style that is timeless and modest. It also has a dial with the iconic “Grande Tapisserie” motif, rose gold indexes and markings, as well as a date window at 3 o’clock.

The renowned Audemars Piguet 4302 self-winding mechanical movement is housed within the Rose Oak casing. It has 32 jewels, oscillates at a speed of 28800 vph, and has a large power reserve of up to 60 hours. Caliber’s interior is meticulously shielded by an outer case made of opulent, sophisticated, and robust 18k rose gold. Owners can see every movement of the device through visible sapphire glass protection both on the front and back. This also helps the Royal Oak time device function steadily at depths of up to 50 meters (165 feet).

In addition, this Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Selfwinding has functions for the hour, minute, and second. The more intricate features primarily demonstrate the process and honor the watchmaking craft.

Regarding design, there isn’t anything that stands out or is spectacular about the Royal Oak. However, the Royal Oak’s premium 18k rose gold-finished casing is what draws attention from the opposite side. The strap, crown, and complete case are all crafted from rose gold.

Another essential feature that sets the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Selfwinding timepiece apart is the black dial. This element makes the watch more alluring since people are drawn to the intrigue and mystery of the dark.

Price market: $170,000.00 USD

Reference: 15500OR.OO.1220OR.01

Photo: Cardi B