Piaget once again marries tradition with modernity at Watches and Wonders 2024, introducing a captivating limited edition that harmonizes the classic elegance of the historic Piaget Polo with the contemporary charm of the iconic Piaget Polo Date. This exclusive release comprises a 42 mm and a 36 mm variant, both crafted from steel and adorned with a sleek rubber strap – a debut for the 36 mm model. Each size will be produced in a series of only 300 rare pieces.
To grasp the profound influence of the Piaget Polo on the Maison’s legacy and the broader landscape of watchmaking, one must rewind to the pivotal year of 1979. Amidst the heyday of the sport-chic trend and the dominance of integrated steel bracelets, Yves Piaget took a bold leap by introducing a versatile timepiece that epitomized sophistication and timelessness, embodying the Maison’s core ethos.
Since its inception in 1957, Piaget had exclusively worked with precious materials. However, the launch of the Piaget Polo in 1979 marked a departure from tradition, symbolized by its sculpted lines and gleaming gadroons adorning the bracelet and dial. This marked a paradigm shift – from merely owning a “Piaget” to proudly sporting a Piaget Polo – ushering in a new era and establishing an enduring icon in the watchmaking realm.
The commemoration of Maison Piaget’s 150th anniversary kicked off with a spectacular event on February 6, 2024, heralding the return of the Piaget Polo of yesteryear, now reincarnated as the Piaget Polo 79. Alongside this anniversary reissue, the Maison introduces a duo of Piaget Polo Date watches, limited to 300 pieces each. One boasts a 42 mm size with a brown strap, while the other, a 36 mm version, features a beige strap adorned with 91 brilliant-cut diamonds. Notably, this marks the debut of the rubber strap option for the 36 mm variant, previously available only with a metal bracelet or leather strap.
Paying homage to the original Piaget Polo’s signature gadroons, the dials of these collector’s timepieces mirror the exquisite interplay of materials found in their predecessor. Reflecting an Extraleganza heritage of elegance and extravagance, the decision to offer a duo of timepieces resonates with Yves Piaget’s penchant for creating His & Hers versions of the Piaget Polo. While differing in strap color, size, and gem settings, both versions feature rose gold-colored hands accentuating the steel case, with the second hand bearing the inscription “150” – a unique touch that underscores the collector’s edition status of these watches. With only 300 pieces of each variant crafted to commemorate the Maison’s 150th anniversary, this release sets the stage for further surprises to come.
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