Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 15513BA.OO.1320BA.01 Yellow Gold Malachite Stone Dial (2026)

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 15513BA.OO.1320BA.01 Yellow Gold Malachite Stone Dial (2026) combines a 41mm yellow gold case, a malachite stone dial, and an automatic movement.

The malachite execution represents bolder embrace of natural materials—each dial displays unique banded patterns formed during crystallization process, with subtle variations in hue resulting from fluctuations in copper content within the stone's chemical composition. Audemars Piguet deliberately selected softer, more undulating malachite patterns featuring flowing dark green striations rather than regimented geometric banding typical of other manufacturers' stone dial executions. The polished natural malachite dial replaces the iconic Grande Tapisserie pattern with stone's inherent banded texture, creating visual depth through layered striations unique to each watch.

Applied 18k yellow gold baton hour markers and matching Royal Oak hands filled with luminescent material provide warm contrast against the verdant background, framed by a yellow gold-toned inner bezel. The dial displays only essential functions—central hours, minutes, and seconds—allowing the malachite's natural beauty to command attention without complication clutter.

Released early 2026, the malachite dial Royal Oak extends Audemars Piguet's longstanding fascination with hardstone dials dating to the 1960s, bringing ornamental stone artistry into the regular catalog following 2023's successful turquoise variant limited to 37mm. Bad Bunny wore the 37mm variant during Super Bowl LX halftime performance, immediately catapulting the collection into mainstream consciousness. The 41mm case measures 10.5mm thick, executed entirely in 18k yellow gold with Gérald Genta's signature octagonal architecture featuring satin-brushed surfaces contrasted by mirror-polished bevels that sharply define the bezel and integrated bracelet links.

Eight exposed hexagonal screws with perfectly aligned slots secure the octagonal bezel to the case, maintaining the Royal Oak's unmistakable industrial-luxury aesthetic established in 1972. The movement presents traditional haute horlogerie finishing visible through the gold caseback frame, balancing decorative artistry on the dial side with technical refinement beneath. Water resistance reaches 50 meters. An exhibition caseback reveals the movement. The movement provides a 70-hour power reserve. The watch is driven by Caliber 4309 comprising 225 com. The integrated 18k yellow gold bracelet flows seamlessly from the case with the Royal Oak's characteristic H-link design featuring brushed center links flanked by polished outer links, secured by a three-blade folding clasp.

Higher copper concentrations yield deeper greens while lower levels produce lighter shades, ensuring no two examples share identical appearance. The pairing of yellow gold with vibrant green malachite creates distinctive contrast between precious metal's warm radiance and stone's dramatic organic depth—equally suited to statement occasions and refined elegance. This piece was recently unveiled. To express interest, please inquire above and our team will contact you once we are able to secure it for you. Dated 2026, this example is offered in new condition with its original box and original papers.