Piaget was a brand of choice for chic and sophisticated jet-setters of the 1970s. A specialist in the manufacture of ultra-thin mechanical movements, Piaget possessed unique skills that allowed them to use precious hard stones throughout their creations, while keeping their timepieces thin and well proportioned. The brand created daring and imaginative timepieces that could be converted into a lapel watch, pedant and bracelet, among other accessories. These were adorned with gemstones and a plethora of hard stones such as lapis lazuli, coral, or malachite, like the present timepiece.

The present model, the reference 9850 D 72 is instantly recognizable as Elizabeth Taylor had one such timepiece, which was sold at the famous auction - The Collection of Elizabeth Taylor: The Legendary Jewels.

The bracelet design itself is incredibly elaborate, made of a wide band of overlapping gold textured circles. The dial is of green hard stone malachite with gold quarter hour markers and gold hands.

It is an eye-catching statement piece that, even after 40 years, will still impress the most sophisticated collectors not only with its over-the-top aesthetics, but also with its absolutely impressive condition.