Lot 821
  • 821

Piaget

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description

  • Piaget
  • A LADY'S YELLOW GOLD LAPIS LAZULI AND NEPHRITE BRACELET CUFF WATCHREF 9212 CASE 177270 CIRCA 1970
  • yellow gold, lapis lazuli, nephrite
  • length 25 mm, bracelet circumference approximately 140 mm
• cal. 9P manual winding nickel lever movement, 18 jewels, mono metallic balance • lapis lazuli dial, yellow gold Dauphine hands • 18k yellow gold textured case, solid case back secured by 4 screws • with an integrated 18k yellow gold undulated textured cuff bracelet, open gold panes with alternating panels set with lapis lazuli and nephrite • case, dial, movement, and bracelet signed 

Condition

Case in overall very good condition with light wear throughout and some areas of oxidation. Textured yellow gold bracelet is designed organically per the designer's intent, thus having some variation throughout. Individual gold panes to the bracelet cuff with some light surface markings and scuffs. Nephrite and Lapis Lazuli areas intact. Dial in overall excellent condition with some light debris. Some light surface marks to the hands. Crown with some oxidation. Clasp with oxidation and some heavier scuffing. Case back stamped "9212 D 76 177270." Case back also stamped with a C, likely a customs marker. Bracelet clasp signed Piaget.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping."

Catalogue Note

Accompanied by a Piaget presentation box. 

Piaget's 21st Century Collection launched in 1969, at the height of the firm's finest era of jewelry making. Produced for only five years, the collection was inspired by the period's nonconformist style, playing with texture, color, and design.

Similar cuff watches are illustrated in Montres et Merveilles de Piaget by F. Cologni, G. Negretti, F. Nencini, p. 72.