The Luxury Watch Sale at Fellows on January 19th will feature a limited edition Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Leo Messi Edition reference 26325TS.OO.D005CR.01.
After finally winning the illusive FIFA World Cup in December 2022, Lionel Messi can be considered one of the greatest footballers to ever play the game.
In 2005, Audermars Piguet began a relationship with Messi when the footballer was presented with a Royal Oak by his manager following his first La Liga title. After this, he became an avid collector of Royal Oaks and in 2010 became brand ambassador for the watchmaker.
This relationship was further celebrated in 2012, when Audermars Piguet released The Royal Oak Leo Messi Limited Edition. The collection was limited to just 1,000 pieces across three different variants – stainless-steel, gold, and platinum. The stainless-steel version was limited to 500 pieces.
Lot 2 in Fellows’ Luxury Watch Sale is entered to auction with an estimate of £18,000 to £22,000.
The octagonal bezel is secured by eight hexagonal screws and is made from the tantalum. The case measures 41mm, with a thickness of 11mm. The lot is sold with its original box and papers.
Laura Bishop, Watch Manager at Fellows. says:
Audemars Piguet watches are always very sought after at our auctions, particularly the Royal Oak models so we are very excited to see how this one does on the day. Given the recent victory of Leo Messi with Argentina at the World Cup in December 2022, we are looking forward to this watch going under the hammer.
