Technical Details & Model History

• Case: 18 kt yellow gold, 23 × 37 mm
• Movement: manual-winding Audemars Piguet caliber 9/10 RSQ
• Dial: original dial
• Crystal: plexiglass crystal
• Model: "Top Hat"
• Period of production: 1950s
• Condition: excellent

Key Features

• Extremely rare Audemars Piguet "Top Hat" from the 1950s
• Distinctive geometric 18 kt yellow gold case measuring 23 × 37 mm
• Beautiful original dial, remarkably well preserved
• Powered by the manual-winding Audemars Piguet caliber 9/10 RSQ
• Bold and instantly recognizable design, reflecting one of the most creative periods in Audemars Piguet's history

Audemars Piguet "Top Hat": The Charm of 1950s Design

This exceptionally rare Audemars Piguet "Top Hat" is one of the most fascinating examples of the manufacture's shaped watches from the 1950s. During this period, Audemars Piguet complemented its traditional round wristwatches with a series of highly distinctive creations characterized by geometric cases and unconventional proportions, conceived for clients seeking elegance combined with a strong individual identity.

The unusual 18 kt yellow gold case, measuring 23 × 37 mm, features an elongated profile and immediately recognizable architecture that inspired the "Top Hat" nickname. Its beautiful original dial and plexiglass crystal preserve all the authentic charm and character of mid-century watchmaking.

Inside is the manual-winding Audemars Piguet caliber 9/10 RSQ, ideally suited to the distinctive geometry of the case. Preserved in excellent condition, this rare Top Hat is a remarkable testament to the creativity, refinement and unconventional design that characterized some of Audemars Piguet's most fascinating creations of the mid-20th century.