{"product_id":"audemars-piguet-day-date-moonphase-18k-yellow-gold-ref-25589ba-from-1980s","title":"Audemars Piguet Day-Date Moonphase 18K Yellow Gold Ref. 25589BA from 1980s","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"96\"\u003eAudemars Piguet Day-Date Moonphase Ref. 25589BA – Classical Complication in Pure Gold Elegance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"98\" data-end=\"549\"\u003eIn the refined world of traditional Swiss watchmaking, few pieces capture understated prestige quite like the Audemars Piguet Day-Date Moonphase Ref. 25589BA. Crafted in solid 18k yellow gold and fitted with the iconic Beads of Rice bracelet, this elegant dress watch embodies the discreet sophistication that defined Audemars Piguet throughout the 1980s. Slim, balanced, and mechanically refined, it offers true haute horlogerie in a timeless format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"551\" data-end=\"591\"\u003eA Classical Expression of Complication\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"593\" data-end=\"919\"\u003eUnlike the bold experimentation of the 1970s, the 25589BA reflects Audemars Piguet’s mastery of traditional watch design. The glossy white dial, adorned with crisp Roman numerals, provides a clean and harmonious backdrop for its full calendar layout: day and date display paired with a beautifully executed moonphase aperture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"921\" data-end=\"1110\"\u003eThe symmetry of the dial, combined with the warmth of yellow gold, results in a watch that feels both dignified and effortlessly wearable—formal without excess, complicated without clutter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1112\" data-end=\"1154\"\u003eCase \u0026amp; Bracelet – Slim Gold Architecture\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1156\" data-end=\"1390\"\u003eThe 33mm case, crafted entirely in 18k yellow gold, measures an impressively thin 8mm, allowing it to slip easily under a cuff. Its proportions are perfectly judged for a classic dress watch, offering elegance rather than ostentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1392\" data-end=\"1793\"\u003eIt is paired with the original Audemars Piguet 18k yellow gold Beads of Rice bracelet—renowned for its suppleness and exceptional comfort. The bracelet currently fits wrists of approximately 17–17.5cm and can be adjusted by a goldsmith. It can also be removed to accommodate a leather strap if desired. The original unsigned 18k yellow gold crown remains intact, underscoring the watch’s authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1795\" data-end=\"1811\"\u003eDial \u0026amp; Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1813\" data-end=\"2088\"\u003eThe glossy white dial with Roman numerals enhances the watch’s classical personality. The day-date display and moonphase complication add depth and charm, while maintaining excellent legibility. The sapphire crystal remains spotless, preserving the dial’s crisp presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2090\" data-end=\"2115\"\u003eMovement – Calibre 2124\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2117\" data-end=\"2399\"\u003ePowering the watch is the Audemars Piguet Calibre 2124 automatic movement, a refined and reliable mechanism known for its slim construction and excellent timekeeping. It winds smoothly, runs strong, and keeps time accurately—true to the brand’s reputation for mechanical excellence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2401\" data-end=\"2414\"\u003eKey Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2416\" data-end=\"2891\"\u003eModel: Audemars Piguet Day-Date Moonphase\u003cbr data-start=\"2457\" data-end=\"2460\"\u003eReference: 25589BA\u003cbr data-start=\"2478\" data-end=\"2481\"\u003eYear: Circa 1980s (C Series)\u003cbr data-start=\"2509\" data-end=\"2512\"\u003eCase: 18k Yellow Gold, 33mm (without crown)\u003cbr data-start=\"2555\" data-end=\"2558\"\u003eThickness: Only 8mm\u003cbr data-start=\"2577\" data-end=\"2580\"\u003eBracelet: Original 18k Yellow Gold Beads of Rice, fits 17–17.5cm (adjustable)\u003cbr data-start=\"2657\" data-end=\"2660\"\u003eDial: White Glossy with Roman Numerals\u003cbr data-start=\"2698\" data-end=\"2701\"\u003eFunctions: Day, Date, Moonphase\u003cbr data-start=\"2732\" data-end=\"2735\"\u003eCrystal: Sapphire (spotless)\u003cbr data-start=\"2763\" data-end=\"2766\"\u003eCrown: Original 18k Yellow Gold, unsigned\u003cbr data-start=\"2807\" data-end=\"2810\"\u003eMovement: Audemars Piguet Calibre 2124 Automatic\u003cbr data-start=\"2858\" data-end=\"2861\"\u003eCondition: Excellent overall\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2893\" data-end=\"2910\"\u003eWhy This Watch?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2912\" data-end=\"3192\"\u003eThe Ref. 25589BA represents exceptional value within the world of complicated Audemars Piguet dress watches. Combining precious metal, a full calendar with moonphase, ultra-thin proportions, and the comfort of a gold Beads of Rice bracelet, it delivers quiet luxury at its finest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3194\" data-end=\"3343\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eElegant, discreet, and mechanically accomplished—this is a watch for those who appreciate classical complication wrapped in timeless gold refinement.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Le Petit Suisse","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57140233994565,"sku":null,"price":16500.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/0199\/9173\/files\/AudemarsPiguetDayDateMoonphaseDressWatch18kYellowgoldBoRbraceletRomanWhitedialRef25589BA-1706.jpg?v=1771173473","url":"https:\/\/www.lepetitsuissewatches.com\/products\/audemars-piguet-day-date-moonphase-18k-yellow-gold-ref-25589ba-from-1980s","provider":"Le Petit Suisse","version":"1.0","type":"link"}