Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Mini Frosted 67630ba.gg.1312ba.01 Watch

The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Mini Frosted 67630BA.GG.1312BA.01 is a breathtaking collaboration between Audemars Piguet and Florentine jeweller Carolina Bucci, bringing the celebrated Florentine Finish — a centuries-old gold-hammering technique — to one of watchmaking's most iconic silhouettes. The result is a timepiece that shimmers with thousands of tiny facets, scattering light in every direction with extraordinary brilliance.

Design & Case

Housed in an 18-carat yellow gold case measuring 33mm, the Royal Oak Mini Frosted features the signature octagonal bezel secured by eight polished hexagonal screws — a direct nod to Gérald Genta's original 1972 blueprint. The entire case and integrated bracelet are treated with the Florentine Finish, a hand-hammered texture applied by Carolina Bucci's artisans in Florence, creating a uniquely luminous, frost-like surface that distinguishes this reference from any standard Royal Oak. Water resistance to 50 metres.

Dial

The dial presents the Royal Oak's iconic Grande Tapisserie guillochéd pattern in a soft, silvered tone, framed by applied yellow gold baton indices and matching hands with luminescent fill. A date aperture sits discreetly at 3 o'clock. The interplay between the structured dial and the shimmering frosted case creates a compelling tension between precision and artistry.

Movement

Powered by the Calibre 5800, a self-winding mechanical movement developed and manufactured in-house by Audemars Piguet. Offering a power reserve of approximately 40 hours, the movement is visible through a sapphire exhibition caseback, revealing the decorated rotor and bridges that exemplify AP's commitment to finishing at every level.

Bracelet & Clasp

The integrated 18-carat yellow gold bracelet flows organically from the case, its alternating polished and Florentine-finished links creating a rich textural contrast. The bracelet is secured by an AP folding deployant clasp, ensuring both security and ease of wear.

Carolina Bucci Collaboration

The Florentine Finish is a revival of a Renaissance-era goldsmithing technique, painstakingly applied by hand using a specialised burnishing tool. Each watch requires hours of skilled craftsmanship to achieve the consistent, light-catching texture that defines this limited collaboration. This reference represents the intersection of Swiss haute horlogerie and Italian fine jewellery tradition.

Specifications

• Reference: 67630BA.GG.1312BA.01
• Case Material: 18-carat Yellow Gold with Florentine Finish
• Case Diameter: 33mm
• Dial: Silvered Grande Tapisserie, Yellow Gold indices
• Movement: Calibre 5800, self-winding
• Power Reserve: ~40 hours
• Water Resistance: 50m / 5 ATM
• Bracelet: Integrated 18-carat Yellow Gold, Florentine Finish
• Clasp: AP Folding Deployant Clasp
• Special Feature: Carolina Bucci Florentine Finish collaboration