Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Black Dial
The tapisserie pattern hits different in black: sharper contrast, stealthier wrist presence and universal versatility. Showย more
Whether youโre eyeing a time-only 15500ST or a ceramic perpetual calendar, this page curates every black-dial Audemars Piguet Royal Oak for collectors.
Why Choose a Black-Dial Royal Oak?
- Maximum Versatility โ Pairs with suits or streetwear; hides scratches better than lighter dials.
- Enhanced Legibility โ White-gold hands pop against the dark tapisserie backdrop.
- Collector Demand โ Black 15500ST listings sell 12 % faster than blue or grey versions.
- Rarity at the High End โ Full-black ceramic 26579CE production < 200 pieces per year.
- Resale Strength โ WatchCharts shows black-dial Royal Oak index up 6 % YoY, outpacing blue dial (+4 %).