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Audemars Piguet: Shy Dial Photography

ArmisT · 2023-02-25T04:19:18Z

Explore the Audemars Piguet 'Shy Dial' phenomenon. ArmisT's post and collector insights reveal how specific AP green dials transform under different lighting.

By ArmisT · Feb 25, 2023 · 26 replies

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ArmisT's captivating post highlights the elusive beauty of a specific Audemars Piguet dial, demonstrating how certain watch aesthetics require precise lighting conditions to reveal their true character. This phenomenon, where a dial's color transforms dramatically with light, is a fascinating aspect of horological design often discussed by collectors. ArmisT's observations provide a valuable perspective on appreciating the subtle nuances of luxury watch dials.

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This dial seems to need the power of the sun to cajole her into showing her beauty.🌞

Key Points from the Discussion

The dial's green hue is highly dependent on light, often appearing grey in ambient conditions and only revealing its true color under direct sunlight or specialized boutique lighting.
Audemars Piguet is noted for its distinctive approach to dial colors, often creating unique hues that stand out or adapt to current trends while maintaining their signature style.
The 'khaki green' of this AP dial is particularly interesting due to its chameleon-like ability to shift appearance based on lighting.
Despite its light-dependent nature, this particular green dial is considered by some to be among the most elegant available.

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Clueless_Collector

Feb 25, 2023

That’s a nice shot, wonderful dial 👍🏻

ArmisT

Feb 25, 2023

Thank you my friend 🙏🏽

joenghenry

Feb 25, 2023

That's a wonderful wristshot. Thanks for sharing.

ArmisT

Feb 25, 2023

You’re too kind, thank you 🙏🏽

ArmisT

Feb 25, 2023

It is, especially since majority of time it can look either grey or even black.

Lfptk

Feb 25, 2023

Very Nice one ! Congrats ! 👍👍👍

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