Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Mini Quartz

Audemars Piguet enriches its petite Royal Oak Mini collection with two new quartz‑powered references that trade frosted case finishes for elegant stone dials. Sized at a dainty 23 mm, these timepieces blend the refined proportions of the original 1990s Mini with contemporary finishes and luxurious materials: mirror‑polished black onyx in one, and luminous mother‑of‑pearl in the other. Powered by the highly finished Calibre 2730 quartz movement, both models underscore AP’s commitment to refined, wearable design in a compact form.
The case of both new Royal Oak Mini models measures 23 mm in diameter and 6.6 mm in thickness, a slender profile that accents their refined wrist presence. Executed in 18‑carat gold: yellow gold for the mother‑of‑pearl version and pink gold for the black onyx edition. The cases forgo the previously favoured frosted finish in favour of a more traditional Royal Oak treatment with alternating polished bevels and satin‑brushed surfaces. The iconic octagonal bezel, with its eight exposed screws, retains its geometric integrity in a classic, understated execution that honours Gérald Genta’s original design.
On the reverse, a fully solid caseback maintains the slim silhouette and ensures the integrity of the quartz movement within. While there is no exhibition opening, which is typical of quartz‑powered references in this segment, the precision finishing of the surrounding case surfaces and integrated bracelet connections subtly reflect AP’s high standards of craftsmanship and fit‑and‑finish in every angle and junction.
Completing the wrist architecture is a signed crown that echoes the material of the case and ensures seamless interaction when setting time or engaging the battery‑save function. Crown guards are absent due to the refined case profile, lending the Mini an elegant and graceful silhouette. Water‑resistance can reach up to 50 meters (165 feet).
The mother‑of‑pearl dial variant showcases an ultra‑white surface that shimmers with subtle organic texture, its luminous tones softly framing the warm glow of the applied 18‑carat yellow gold hour markers and matching hands. With no date aperture to interrupt the purity of the design, this dial focuses attention entirely on the elegant simplicity of time display with hour and minute, plus the luxurious quality of the materials.

In contrast, the black onyx edition features a mirror‑polished stone dial that communicates dramatic depth and visual impact. Against this glossy backdrop, diamond‑set hour markers add a layer of jewellery‑inspired sophistication, while 18‑carat pink gold hands create strong contrast and elegant presence. The absence of any date opening on this dial further enhances the purity of its aesthetic.Both dials balance an exquisite material focus with classic Royal Oak markers and hands. The indexes are applied and proportioned to fit the compact 23 mm diameter, ensuring reading clarity without overpowering the design. The integrated inner bezel frame, which is subtle and unobtrusive, ties the dial surfaces back to the case, giving the entire visual plane a cohesive, wearable harmony. Lume is present on the hands to aid low‑light visibility, though its application remains discreet and respectful of the elegant stone surfaces.

The “Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Mini Quartz” (References Below) is powered by the base self‑winding quartz movement, caliber 2730 with 4 jewels and a frequency of 32,768 Hz. It comes equipped with hours and minutes functions, a battery‑save switch operated via the crown to preserve power when not in use, and offers a battery life of 94 months (~7 + years). Power reserve is defined by the long battery life typical of premium quartz calibres.
Mounted on this watch is an 18‑carat gold integrated bracelet in matching yellow gold for the mother‑of‑pearl variant and pink gold for the onyx edition, while both secured with an Audemars Piguet folding clasp. The brushed and polished links accentuate the slim case profile and extend the material continuity from dial to wrist. On the wrist, the Mini wears with elegance rather than presence, delivering both comfort and refined style, while perfectly suiting occasions ranging from casual daytime to formal evening wear.
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