
Reference 9706 A6 | A yellow gold, diamond and ruby-set bracelet watch with bloodstone dial, Circa 1965
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March 31, 05:41 PM GMT
Estimate
6,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
Dial: bloodstone
Caliber: cal. 9P mechanical, 18 jewels
Movement number: 591'648
Case: 18k yellow gold, snap on case back
Case number: 108'420
Closure: 18k yellow gold Piaget bracelet with folding clasp
Size: 24 mm diameter, bracelet circumference is approximately 155 mm
Signed: case, dial and movement
Box: no
Papers: no
Weight: approximately 65.00 g
In geological terms, bloodstone is a green chalcedony colored by inclusions of chlorite or amphibole, with its characteristic “blood” spots formed by hematite or red jasper.
In Greek and Roman cultures, it symbolized strength and courage; in medieval Europe it was associated with healing and protection; while in Christian lore it became linked with martyrdom symbolism. Although these associations are symbolic, they contribute to the enduring mystique of the stone.
The deep green background features subtle red inclusions that beautifully complement the four rubies set as cardinal points on the bezel.
Elegant and slightly mysterious, this piece would sit beautifully on the wrist on a Friday evening, perhaps at a softly lit bar, listening to jazz and enjoying a well-crafted cocktail.