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Audemars Piguet

Royal Oak Selfwinding 41 Rose Gold

15500OR

Royal Oak's 41 mm rose gold chapter, powered by the in-house Cal. 4302.

Estimated market value
$55,600
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Overview

The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Selfwinding 41 ref. 15500OR represents the rose gold expression of the landmark 15500 generation, which succeeded the long-running 15400 and brought with it a refined movement and subtly evolved case architecture. Housed in a 41 mm 18k rose gold case, it pairs the warm metal with the Royal Oak's signature Grande Tapisserie dial in both black and grey variants. The reference sits at the intersection of sport-watch utility and precious-metal luxury that has defined the Royal Oak since Gerald Genta's original 1972 design.

History

The 15500 series was introduced around 2019 as a thorough update to the Royal Oak Selfwinding 41 family, replacing the calibre 3120 with the new in-house calibre 4302 and refining the integrated bracelet and case finishing. The 15500OR, in 18k rose gold, was among the references that launched the generation and remained in production through approximately 2022. Collectors regard the 15500 series as a meaningful technical and aesthetic step forward, and the rose gold variant in particular is prized for the interplay of its warm case tone against the deep-textured dial.

Notable points

  • Case crafted entirely in 18k rose gold, including the integrated bracelet, at 41 mm diameter.
  • Calibre 4302 introduced improved finishing, a longer power reserve, and enhanced winding efficiency over its predecessor.
  • Grande Tapisserie dial — the Royal Oak's defining hobnail pattern — offered in both black and grey references.
  • The 15500 generation refined the case geometry and lug profile compared to the preceding 15400 series.
  • Produced from approximately 2019 to 2022, making it a relatively focused production window within the Royal Oak's long history.

Specifications

Brand
Audemars Piguet
Collection
Royal Oak
Reference
15500OR
Years of production
2019 – 2022
Case
41mm 18k rose gold
Case material
18k rose gold
Case diameter
41 mm
Movement
Cal. 4302
Crystal
Sapphire
Dial
Grande Tapisserie (black, grey)
Bezel
Octagonal rose gold with 8 hexagonal screws
Bracelet / strap
Integrated rose gold bracelet or rubber/leather strap
Water resistance
50 m
Power reserve
70 h
Complications
Date
Type
Sport
Worn as
Men's
Also known as
ロイヤルオーク, 皇家橡树, 皇橡, AP皇橡

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