Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Flying Tourbillon

About this reference

The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Selfwinding Flying Tourbillon reference 26730BC.GG.1320BC.01 was introduced in 2022 to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Royal Oak. This 41mm reference features an 18k white gold case and bracelet finished with a hammered "Frosted Gold" technique. It houses the manufacture caliber 2950, a selfwinding movement with a 65-hour power reserve and a flying tourbillon visible at six o'clock. The dial is characterized by a blue "Dimpled" texture rather than the traditional Tapisserie pattern. While the 50th-anniversary edition featured a dedicated oscillating weight, subsequent production continues without the anniversary branding. On the secondary market, this reference typically commands prices in the mid-to-high six-figure range, often between $450,000 and $600,000 depending on the specific dial execution and provenance. A notable 2022 auction result for a 50th-anniversary variant reached approximately $630,000, reflecting the premium placed on the initial commemorative production run.