Audemars Piguet is a Swiss luxury watch manufacturer. Founded in the late 1800s, the company was originally known for its marine chronometers and precision pocket watches. Today, Audemars Piguet produces luxury timepieces that are often noted for their high level of detail and craftsmanship.
These watches are made for people who appreciate the fine craftsmanship and don’t mind investing in them. The brand has a long history of producing high-quality products, so we think it’s worth your time to learn more about them!
When Was Audemars Piguet Founded?
The company was founded in 1875 by Jules-Louis Audemars and Edward-Auguste Piguet. The two were friends and watchmakers from Le Brassus, Switzerland. Both friends were watchmakers before they founded the company.
Audemars was already creating complex movements for other manufacturers to use in their timepieces. Piguet was specializing in the regulation of watch movements. Together they split the responsibilities in their new watchmaking enterprise: Audemars lead the production and technical aspects while Piguet handled sales and management.
Where are Audemars Piguet watches made?
Audemars Piguet remains in its birthplace, Le Brassus, to this day. As said by Olivier Audemars: “It remains independent and family-owned, responsible for the transmission of knowledge and know-how to the future generations”.
Who Owns Audemars Piguet?
The company that was founded by two friends, is still independently owned by the Swiss families who bear the Audemars and Piguet names. Being among the oldest watchmaking companies in the world, it is part of the Federation of the Swiss Watch Industry FH.
How Much Is an Audemars Piguet Watch?
Audemars Piguet is an upper-market watchmaker, producing about 40,000 timepieces per year. Retail prices for Audemars Piguet watches start at about $2,500. However, most prices range from several tens of thousands of dollars to well over $100,000. Vintage models sell for much more, ranging from several hundreds of thousands of dollars to sometimes millions of dollars. Important factors are the condition of the watch and if it includes the original box accompanied by its papers. AP watch dials that are rare also sell for higher prices.
“How Much Is My Audemars Piguet Worth?”
We often are asked this question and usually can present you with a fairly accurate valuation. To understand the value, we have to take a look at your watch. You can securely send or drop off your wristwatch at our store in the old town of Nicosia, Cyprus. In-house luxury watch experts will assess your watch and offer you a competitive and accurate valuation. Fill out our ‘sell your watch’ form and we will get in touch with you within 24 hours.
We Buy Audemars Piguet Watches
You can get a valuation relatively quickly by going to our sell your watch page. After you fill out a complete valuation request form we will get in touch with you within 24 hours.
We Sell Audemars Piguet Watches
We might have the AP model you are looking for in our store. Please check out our online shop to see our current offers or simply get in touch with your specific request.
We Repair and Service Audemars Piguet Watches
Our repair and service procedure is designed for all Audemars Piguet watches. Naturally, the servicing of your watch complies with the original functional and aesthetic specifications.
