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Lot #2001
Piaget Manual Wind White Gold Diamond Lapis and Onyx Dial 9775A68
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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. 9775A68 that we have here.Measuring 30mm in diameter and hosting an incredibly intricate 18k white gold construction, this timepiece is a wonderful synthesis of Piaget’s distinctive exclusivity and rich horological aesthetic. Featuring an 18kt white gold bracelet attached to its cushion-shaped case, this timepiece is extravagance at its very finest. Boasting diamond-set bezel atop its case and a diamond pave dial surrounded by lapis lazuli and onyx, this timepiece’s dial is a further continuation of Piaget’s distinctive jeweler’s touch with its impeccable gem-setting craftsmanship and overall beauty.
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Grade
V 9
Status
Vetted & Approved
Included
Watch Only
Est. value range
$5,000 – $10,000
The Details
Brand
Piaget
Dimensions
30mm
Model
Vintage
Movement
Manual-wind cal. 9P2
Reference
9775A68
Bracelet
18kt white gold bracelet
Year
Circa 1970s
Condition
Near-Mint
Material
18kt white gold
Included
Watch only
Dial Color
Lapis lazuli, Onyx and Pave Diamond
THE DIAL
Boasting a diamond pave center to match its diamond-set bezel, this example's burst of color comes from the Lapis lazuli and onyx sections that divide the two diamond-set portions of the ref. 9775A68.
THE CONSTRUCTION
A lesson in classy extravagance, the ref. 9775A68 showcases that even a watch with a precious metal construction, a diamond-set dial and bezel and a stone dial can be surprisingly reserved and elegant.
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 near-mint overall condition. Caseback is clean and the serial number and hallmarks are crisp and fully visible. Stone and diamond dial is crack free. Integrated bracelet is tight and approx 180mm length total.
Our Perspective
Showcasing how elegant design and incredible craftsmanship can combine to create a wonderfully unique watch, this ref. 9775A68 is a great reminder of how Piaget has been able to grow into the watchmaker and jeweler it has today in what is a relatively short period of time, respective of others in the industry.