49 Piaget A fine and elegant, Protocole, manual wristwatch in yellow gold, with diamond set bezel, mother of pearl and onyx dial.
Estimate: Fr. 2'000 – 4'000
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- Model Protocole
- Year Circa 1980s
- Case Material 18K yellow gold and diamonds
- Case Number Inner caseback engraved 58
- Bracelet Material Leather strap
- Movement Manual, cal. 9P2, 18 jewels
- Movement Number 778'572
- Dimension 25mm width x 27.5mm length
- Signed Case, dial and movement
A refined expression of Piaget’s unmistakable design language, the Protocole stands as one of the maison’s most enduring interpretations of elegance through geometry. Introduced in the late 1970s and produced throughout the 1980s, the model reflects a period when Piaget was redefining the boundaries between watchmaking and jewelry, embracing bold shapes, precious materials, and ultra-thin mechanical mastery. This example perfectly captures that spirit. The rectangular yellow gold case, framed by a delicate diamond-set bezel, offers a harmonious balance between structure and brilliance. The dial is particularly striking. A central panel of mother-of-pearl reveals soft, shifting iridescence, contrasted by a deep onyx surround that creates a dramatic visual frame. This interplay of textures and tones is emblematic of Piaget’s decorative artistry during the era, where hardstone and organic materials were used to elevate timekeeping into a form of wearable art. At its heart lies the celebrated ultra-thin manual-winding caliber 9P2, a descendant of Piaget’s groundbreaking 9P movement introduced in 1957. Renowned for its elegance and technical finesse, this caliber enabled the maison to create watches of remarkable slimness without compromising reliability. Preserved in excellent condition, this Protocole is a reflection of a golden era in design, where creativity, craftsmanship, and technical innovation converged. Its presence on the wrist is subtle yet unmistakable, an object of taste for those who appreciate refinement in its purest form.
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