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 Piaget Watch, 18K Yellow Gold, Diamonds, REF. 9235
By Piaget
Located in Houston, TX
Vintage Piaget Watch, 18K Yellow Gold, Diamonds, REF. 9235 Elegant and timeless, this vintage Piaget wristwatch is crafted in luxurious 18K yellow gold and features a sophisticated ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
18k Yellow Gold Vintage Piaget Ref. 9131C4 Watch
By Piaget
Located in Houston, TX
18k Yellow Gold Vintage Piaget Ref. 9131C4 Watch An elegant expression of Piaget's renowned craftsmanship, this exceptional vintage wristwatch is crafted entirely in luxurious 18K y...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Piaget Protocole Full Set Ref 9154 18K MOP and Onyx Dial Watch
By Piaget
Located in Houston, TX
Vintage Piaget Protocole Ref 9154 18K Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl and Onyx Dial An elegant vintage Piaget Protocole wristwatch from the 1980s, crafted in 18K yellow gold and showcas...
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Omega 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Ladies Manual Wind Bracelet Watch
By Omega
Located in Houston, TX
Vintage Omega 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Ladies Manual Wind Bracelet Watch An elegant example of mid-century Swiss craftsmanship, this vintage Omega ladies wristwatch is crafted in sol...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage Piaget 1880 Lady of Liberty 10 Dollar US Gold Coin 18k Watch, Ref. 900B
By Piaget
Located in Houston, TX
Vintage Piaget 1880 Lady of Liberty 10 Dollar US Gold Coin 18k Gold Watch, Ref. 900B A rare vintage timepiece by Piaget, reference 900B, crafted in 18K yellow gold and featuring an authentic 1880 United States $10 Lady of Liberty coin. The coin serves as the hinged cover, with the reverse side of the coin displayed on the back of the case — a striking fusion of artistry, history, and fine watchmaking. This unisex watch is elegant yet substantial, with the following details: Reference: 900B Case Size: 30mm Case Thickness: 4mm Band Width: 16.2mm Length: 9 inches Weight: 32.8 grams Movement: Manual wind, runs well Material: 18K yellow gold Condition: Pre-owned, vintage; shows signs of wear consistent with age and use. Case and buckle display scratches and dents, the lid/face is bent, the dial has visible damage around the perimeter with faint patina, and the crystal is scratched and nicked. Please review all photos for details. Additional Information: Original papers are not included. The watch includes a protective travel watch pouch, perfect for safe storage and travel. This collectible Piaget coin watch...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Tiffany & Co. 18k Yellow Gold Watch Movado Movement
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Houston, TX
Vintage Tiffany & Co. 18k Yellow Gold Watch Movado Movement A refined expression of timeless elegance, this vintage 1970s Tiffany & Co. ladies’ watch is meticulously crafted...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Piaget 6926 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Ladies Vintage Watch
By Piaget
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Piaget Case Material: 18k Yellow Gold Case Diameter: 22mm Crystal: Sapphire Crystal Bezel: 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Bezel Dial: Champagne color dial with yellow gold hands and Diamond...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Piaget 924 24mm 18K Gold Diamond Champagne Dial Watch
By Piaget
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Piaget reference 924 watch in 18K yellow gold, 24mm case, circa 1971–1972, featuring a champagne sunburst dial with applied gold baton hour markers, slim gold-tone hands, a d...
Diamond, Gold
Pristine Vintage Ladies Yellow Gold Oval Piaget Wrist Watch with Diamond Bezel
By Piaget
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This pristine, vintage 18K yellow gold Mid-20th Century ladies Piaget watch with integral Piaget 18K gold band, appears to be in almost new condition. It's clear that it's previous o...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Rare Piaget Polo Diamond Quartz Unisex Watch in 18K Yellow Gold
By Piaget
Located in New York, NY
A classic wristwatch created by Piaget from the Polo collection, featuring a 34 mm case and a dial encrusted with diamonds to represent hours. Finely made of 18K yellow gold, 7.75 in...
Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Piaget Ladies 18 Karat Yellow Gold Watch
By Piaget
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
This elegant Piaget quartz wristwatch is a refined example of the maison’s mastery of minimalist luxury and gold craftsmanship. The watch features a square yellow gold case with fin...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Piaget Tanagra 16033M401D Diamond Bezel 18k Yellow Gold Watch
By Piaget
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Piaget Tanagra 16033M401D Ladies Watch. This elegant timepiece features a 25mm case made of 18k yellow gold. It includes a stationary yellow gold bezel with factory-set diamonds. The...
18k 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.
