Audemars Piguet Ref. 5656 Skeletonised Pocket Watch
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
circa 1970s
Maker / issuer
Audemars PiguetThis Audemars Piguet reference 5656 is an 18K white gold manual-winding skeletonised pocket watch dating to circa the 1970s. Measuring approximately 47 mm in diameter, the timepiece features an openworked movement designated as Calibre 5107, numbered 154040.
The outer bezel is engraved with black Roman numerals framing an inner diamond-set ring, while the pointed suspension bow is also embellished with diamonds. Accompanied by an Audemars Piguet fitted box, the watch exhibits skeletonised, hand-engraved gilt bridges and blue-steel hands, weighing approximately 52.8 grams.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
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- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Type
- Skeletonised pocket watch
- Weight
- 52.8 gr. (approx.)
- Caliber
- 5107
- Diameter
- Ø47 mm.
- Reference
- 5656
- Case Number
- 93777
- Place recorded
- Switzerland
- Movement Number
- 154040
- Maker / attribution
- Audemars Piguet
Design
- Visible features
- • Front bezel is engraved with black Roman numerals enclosing a diamond-set inner border. • The pointed triangular bow is pavé-set with round diamonds. • Engraved gilt skeletonised movement framework with exposed mainspring and gear train, paired with blued hands.
- Case Design and Gem Setting
- The pocket watch is described as an 18K white gold and diamond openworked piece measuring approximately 47 mm in diameter, with a total weight of approximately 52.8 grams. Visual inspection shows the front bezel engraved with black Roman numerals enclosing an inner diamond-set circular border. A pointed triangular suspension bow surmounts the case and is set with round diamonds. The cataloguer notes signatures across the dial, case, and movement.
- Reported Condition and Accessories
- The timepiece is dated in catalog records to circa the 1970s and is accompanied by an Audemars Piguet fitted box. Seller grading notes report the case as 'Slightly scratched' under grade 2-8. The movement is marked 2* 'Very good' alongside a cataloguer notice that an overhaul is recommended at the buyer's expense.
- Skeletonised Movement and Dial Display
- The manual-winding movement is identified as Calibre 5107 and is numbered 154040. It features an engraved gilt skeletonised framework that leaves the mainspring and gear train visible. Time is indicated by blued hands that sweep above the exposed mechanism and align with the outer bezel's Roman numerals. The auction grading table lists the hands as 'Original'.
Identification
- Reference
- 5656
- Serial number
- 93777
- Source note
- Facts transcribed from the linked source listing or collection record. Attribution and specifications are source-reported and have not been independently authenticated.
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.
Research required
- Research required: The auction house recommends an overhaul at the buyer's expense.
- Research required: The case shows slight scratching as reported in the grading report.