AUDEMARS PIGUET VVZS YELLOW GOLD

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9/10 ★

Audemars Piguet

1950s

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9528

1950s Vintage Dress Watch

18K Yellow Gold (hallmarked 0.750)

Cal. VZSSC, manual wind

Modern leather replacement

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Diameter 35 mm

No box, no papers

This elegant 1950s Audemars Piguet wristwatch is a quintessential example of classic Swiss watchmaking. It is powered by the rare Caliber VZSSC, based on the Valjoux VZ chronograph movement, modified to remove the chronograph function and feature central seconds via an added spring — a technically refined and collectible adaptation.

The Valjoux VZ base was famously used by Patek Philippe in chronometer competitions, adding pedigree to this already exceptional watch. Moreover, the Cal. VZSSC has recently gained attention as the inspiration behind Philippe Dufour’s Simplicity. The detailed design of the main plate near the second wheel shows striking similarities.

Its 35 mm 18K gold case is perfectly proportioned, with sharp lugs and an unpolished finish that enhances its vintage charm. The baton hands and markers reinforce its timeless classical design, while the low-beat ticking sound of the movement adds a soulful depth rarely found in modern pieces.

Increasingly considered “Audemars Piguet’s Simplicity”, this watch offers outstanding value and historical significance — a hidden gem for discerning collectors.