In 1874, at age 19, Georges-Édouard Piaget (1855–1931) began manufacturing handmade timepiece components and movements in a workshop on his family farm in La Côte-aux-Fées, Switzerland. The company expanded into luxury wristwatches and pocket watches under the direction of Georges-Édouard’s son, Timothée Piaget. Later, Timothée’s sons, Gérald and Valentin Piaget, would lead a team of talented craftspeople into a new era of innovation for the brand in both watches and luxury jewelry.
The Piaget family name was trademarked in 1943 and a large manufacturing facility was established in La Côte-aux-Fées. There they would perfect one of their signatures: ultra-thin movements. Valentin urged his design team to “do what has never been done before.”
In 1959, the Salon Piaget was opened in Geneva, where Piaget also set up workshops for goldsmithing and gem setting, introducing the company’s inaugural jewelry creations and establishing a creative hub where artisans were encouraged to push the boundaries of their designs. In 1963, Piaget released its first collection of watches with ornamental stones set into their dials (the brand's stone-dial watches are undeniable classics of watchmaking).
These artful creations caught the eye of such storied tastemakers as Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, Elizabeth Taylor, Andy Warhol and Sophia Loren. In 1967, Yves Piaget collaborated with Salvador Dalí on a collection with pieces featuring the Dalí d’Or gold medals of the artist and his wife, Gala. Gala would also inspire the 1973 Limelight Gala timepiece and the subsequent collection.
Luxury jewelry designed by the company’s artisans has often cleverly reflected Piaget’s watchmaking origins, like the Possession collection, whose swinging pendants and turning rings nod to the movement of its watches. The Rose and Sunlight collections of bracelets, earrings and necklaces, meanwhile, reflect natural themes with a bit of Art Deco style. Piaget’s watches, likewise, have embodied an inventive approach to design, such as the Piaget Polo watch, which was introduced in 1979, popular for its luxurious refinement and widely imitated in the 1980s.
In 2001, the Piaget Haute Horlogerie was opened outside of Geneva, a facility that advanced its work in watchmaking and jewelry. The Swiss luxury watchmaker and jeweler now operates as part of the Richemont Group.
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Vintage 1980s Piaget 8065 K61 18K White Gold Lapis Diamond Dial Quartz 32mm
By Piaget
Located in New York, NY
A Study In Material And Craft The 1980s were a period of peak expression for Piaget, a time when the house leaned fully into its dual mastery of watchmaking and high jewelry. This r...
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, White Gold
Piaget Cushion 9771 P61 18K WG Lapis Lazuli Diamond Dial Manual 30mm
By Piaget
Located in New York, NY
The Height Of 1970s Design The 1970s were a period of immense creativity for Piaget, a time when the brand solidified its reputation for merging high jewelry with fine watchmaking. This cushion-cased Piaget is a perfect expression of that ethos. The use of an 18K white gold integrated case and bracelet, paired with a vibrant lapis lazuli dial, was a signature of the era. The addition of a central pavé diamond track elevates the design further, moving it from a simple stone-dial watch to a complex and luxurious object. A Dial Of Stone And Light This example is notable for its specific and highly attractive dial configuration. A central field of pavé-set diamonds is framed by a chapter of deep blue lapis lazuli. In place of printed markers, individual round diamonds are set directly into the stone dial to mark the hours. This layout is unconventional and striking, creating a distinct visual texture and a beautiful interplay of materials. The integrated white gold bracelet flows seamlessly from the case, making the entire piece wear like a single, cohesive piece of jewelry. Excellent Condition, Flawless Dial The 18K white gold case and integrated bracelet are in very good condition. Critically, the lapis dial is flawless and uncracked, which is a primary consideration for any vintage stone dial watch...
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1970s Piaget Tank 9254 18K WG Lapis Lazuli Diamond Dial Manual 24mm
By Piaget
Located in New York, NY
A Masterpiece Of Understated Form During the 1970s, Piaget established itself as the master of the ultra-thin dress watch, combining its record-breaking mechanical movements with an...
Diamond, White Gold
Vintage Piaget Manual Wind 1970s 18K White Gold Blue Lapis Dial 25mm Baignoire
By Piaget
Located in New York, NY
Here’s a Piaget Baignoire in 18k white gold with a blue lapis stone dial manual wind from the 1970s. Measurements include a 25mm case and 18mm lug width. On an aftermarket blue leath...
Vintage 1980s Piaget 18K WG 9065 D4 Lapis Lazuli MoP Diamond Dial Quartz 31mm
By Piaget
Located in New York, NY
The 83-Gram Lapis and Pearl Sculpture This Reference 9065 is a prime example of why Piaget owned the 1970s and 80s "Jet Set" aesthetic. It moves past standard horology into the real...
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Piaget Emperador Watch in 18K White Gold, 1980s
By Piaget
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Piaget Emperor reference 9131 in 18K white gold with a pavé diamond dial manual wind from the 1980s. Keeps great time and is fully functional. Measurements include a...
18k Gold, White Gold
Piaget Ladies White Gold Diamond and Lapis Mechanical Wristwatch
By Piaget
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Piaget Ladies Wrist Watch, 18K White Gold 26 M.M. 2 Piece case with Factory Diamond set bezel totaling 3/4 Carat. 17 jewel Mechanical, Manual wind movement. Lapis Lazuli ...
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
Piaget 9821D3 18k White Gold Lapis Diamond Dial Ladies Watch
By Piaget
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Piaget Case Material: 18k White Gold Case Diameter: 24mm Crystal: Sapphire Crystal Bezel: 18k White Gold Diamond Bezel Dial: Blue lapis dial with Diamond hour markers Bracelet...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Piaget 9701A6 18k White Gold Lapis Diamond Ladies Watch
By Piaget
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Piaget Case Material: 18k White Gold Case Diameter: 24mm Crystal: Sapphire Crystal Bezel: 18k White Gold Diamond Bezel Dial: Blue Lapis dial with white gold hands Bracelet: 18...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Piaget White Gold Lapis Dial and Diamonds Ladies Mechanical Wrist Watch
By Piaget
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980 Piaget Ladies Wrist Watch, 24 M.M. 18k White Gold 2 piece case, Round Brilliant cut Diamond Bezel totaling 1 Carat, Lapis Lazuli Dial. 17 Jewel mechanical Manual wind move...
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
Piaget Ellipse 9251 D2 Lapis Lazuli Pave Diamond Stone Dial 18k WG Manual Windin
By Piaget
Located in SYDNEY, AU
SKU 2127 Brand Piaget Model Ellipse Reference 9251 D2 Year 1980s Dial Lapis Lazuli Pave Diamond Stone Dial Case 18k White Gold Bracelet 18k White Gold Diameter 25.5mm x 31mm Lengt...
Piaget Cocktail Watch Diamond & Sapphire Set 2504 Watch
By Piaget
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A ladies Cocktail Watch crafted in white gold by Piaget. Featuring a silver dial with a white gold bezel set with 19 baguette cut sapphires and 19 baguette cut diamonds. Fitted with ...
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
Diamonds and sapphires still played a starring role, but less popular stones popped up too.
With a tigereye dial and a most unusual bracelet, this cuff-style piece is a singular style statement.
