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Lot #1257

Piaget for Van Cleef and Arpels Diamond Cocktail Watch

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Introduction

Founded in 1874 by a young 19-year-old in the village of La Côte-aux-Fées, Piaget was originally nothing but a means for Georges Piaget to earn some extra money as he worked on movements and watches during the winter. After decades of producing watches for other brands, it was not until 1943 that the watchmaker would begin to sign their own watches and develop as the famed watchmaker that they are today. From then on, Piaget began to experiment with ultra-thin watches and push both horological and design boundaries, which eventually led to the brand expanding into jewelry in 1959, perhaps the brand’s best-known avenue today. With their impeccable craftsmanship, audacious style, and dedication to the spectacular, Piaget’s timepieces and jewelry began to coalesce, resulting in timepieces much like the ref. 3762A6 Diamond Ladies Cocktail Watch that we have here. Measuring 23mm across and featuring a spiral Marquise diamond-set bezel, 18k white gold construction, and a spectacular co-signed dial bearing the name of famed jeweler Van Cleef & Arpels, this stunning timepiece’s silver dial features the same texture found on its bracelet and completes the example’s stunning exuberant aesthetic which epitomizes Piaget and their dedication to always do better than necessary.

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Grade

V 8.5

Status

Vetted & Approved

Included

Watch Only

Est. value range

$5,000 – $10,000

The Details

Brand

Piaget

Dimensions

23mm

Model

Ladies Diamond Cocktail Watch

Movement

Manual-wind

Reference

3762A6

Bracelet

18k White Gold bracelet

Year

Circa 1970s

Condition

Very Good

Material

18k White Gold

Included

Watch Only

Dial Color

Silver

THE DIAL

Unique in that it is cosigned by Van Cleef & Arpels the famed jeweler, this example's exquisite dial also features the same texturized effect that can be found on its bracelet for total aesthetic cohesion.

THE CONSTRUCTION

Constructed as a svelte cocktail watch, this example's dainty 23mm proportions leave its spiral diamond-set bezel and shimmering 18k white gold bracelet and case to do its talking.

TIMING MACHINE READOUT

This reading was taken (crown down) with a ONEOF Accuracy Boutique Edition timing machine at time of cataloging. It is provided as a courtesy only, and shall not be construed as a warranty or guarantee of any kind. Please refer to our terms and conditions of sale for more information.

Condition

Watch is in very good condition. Very light scratches present on the caseback. Bracelet is sized to fit a 6 1/2" wrist.

Our Perspective

A cocktail watch unlike anything we see in the modern horological landscape, this incredible watch celebrates Piaget's daring sense of style and impeccable craftsmanship like none other. Retailed by Van Cleef and Arpels, this is a true rarity which plays a dual role as a watch and a jeweled bracelet.

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