Exclusive Timepieces 20 –⁠ 21 April 2024 | Monaco

Auction Details

Auction sessions:

  • Session I – Saturday, 20 April, 2:30 PM – Lots 1 to 101
  • Session II – Sunday, 21 April, 10:30 AM – Lots 102 to 178
  • Session III – Sunday, 21 April, 2:30 PM – Lots 179 to 278

200 Piaget Probably Unique and Attractive, Bracelet Wristwatch in White Gold, Personalized Diamond Dial, Reference 9081.A6

Estimate: € 5,000 –⁠ 10,000

Sold € 6,500

Model: Bracelet Watch
Reference: 9081.A6
Case Material: White Gold
Bracelet Material: White Gold
Year: 1976
Movement: Manual
Caliber: 9P2
Case N°: 277422
Movement N°: 7612443
Dimensions: 31 mm, Total Lenght: 188 mm
Signed: Dial, Movement and Case

Celebrating its 150th anniversary, Piaget is a Swiss brand with a rich history deeply intertwined with watchmaking excellence. Established in 1874 by Georges Edouard Piaget, the brand initially specialized in crafting precision watch movements before transitioning into a renowned watchmaker. In the mid-20th century, Piaget made waves by introducing ultra-thin movements, setting records with Caliber 9P in 1957 and the world’s thinnest automatic movement, Caliber 12P, in 1960. Beyond technical prowess, Piaget seamlessly blends Swiss precision with artistic innovation, particularly in high-jewelry watches. Renowned for pushing the boundaries of creativity and craftsmanship, Piaget showcases techniques like the iconic bark finish on its timepieces, exemplified by the featured reference 9081 A6. Crafted between 1970 and 1976, the reference 9081 A6 stands as an exceptionally rare piece, with only 23 units produced. This white-gold watch becomes even more distinctive with the meticulous application of the renowned bark finish, underscoring Piaget’s unwavering commitment to exclusivity and innovation. Piaget’s dedication to personalized luxury is exemplified in its special production pieces, often tailored as unique masterpieces for esteemed clients, frequently hailing from the Middle East. In the case of this specific watch, delivered in 1976 to Piaget’s reseller Mouawad, it was commissioned as a special order with a copper-colored dial featuring an inner Arabic inscription adorned with brilliant-cut diamonds, possibly translating to “Allah.” The watch is powered by the extra-thin self-winding Piaget 9P movement, introduced in 1957 with a mere 2 mm thickness. This likely unique timepiece, with its rich history and exceptional craftsmanship, stands as a testament to Piaget’s enduring legacy in the realm of haute horlogerie.