PIAGET | A MAGNIFICENT LADY'S WHITE GOLD AND DIAMOND-SET BRACELET WATCHCASE 40021 SERIAL 872261 AURA CIRCA 2001

• cal. 40P manual winding movement, 19 jewels • dial set with multi-shaped step-cut diamonds • 18k white gold case set with step-cut diamonds, bezel highlighted with multi-shaped step-cut diamonds • with an 18k white gold integrated Piaget bracelet entirely set with step-cut diamonds with clasp • case, crystal top and movement signed

The movement in working condition at the time of cataloguing. Dial, case and bracelet are all in excellent condition with only very light signs of wear. All stones intact and sparkling. Overall in excellent condition. * Please note that the movement has not tested for the accuracy of time and may need service at the buyer's expense. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement.
"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."

In the wondrous world of watches, furiously ticking with technological wizardry, the pendulum is swinging seductively towards women's watches and particularly towards extravagant, fabulously feminine, gem-smothered jewellery watches. A meeting of style and art, they are jewels that happen to tell the time.   Introduced as the first product after Piaget's integration within the Cartier group in the early 1990s, the Aura model remained one of the most iconic watch to date. Crafted entirely with ravishing diamonds, the Aura was so named because the diamonds resemble fiery arrays of light emanating from the watch, and thus creating a dazzling effect on the wearer. To ensure exceptional aesthetic quality is met, only the highest quality diamonds are used and it is not unusual to wait for a long time before the right stones come on the market. Encrusted with diamonds (approximatively 40.00 carats), all the diamonds together offer innumerable facets and the smallest amount of light will elicit a miniature sunburst.

Cueing the classic song "Diamonds are a girl's best friend", a lady's diamond watch radiates class and sophistication with an element of bedazzlement. This present Aura bracelet watch will offer an opportunity for collectors to acquire an exceptionally refined and elegant jewellery watch.