Piaget - The Hong Kong Watch Auction: XVIII Hong Kong Friday, May 24, 2024 | Phillips

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  • Condition Report

  • Description

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  • Manufacturer: Piaget
    Year: Circa 2018
    Reference No: G0A40033
    Movement No: No. 12/150
    Case No: 1’158’024
    Model Name: Altiplano Skeleton
    Material: 18K white gold
    Calibre: Automatic, cal. 1200S, 26 jewels
    Bracelet/Strap: Crocodile
    Clasp/Buckle: 18K white gold Piaget pin buckle
    Dimensions: 38mm diameter
    Signed: Case, dial, movement and buckle signed
    Accessories: Accompanied by Piaget instruction manual, fitted presentation box and outer packaging.

  • Catalogue Essay

    The Piaget Altiplano Skeleton made a significant impact in the field of mechanical watchmaking with its groundbreaking features. It was first introduced at SIHH 2012 and stood out for its fully skeletonized dial and the world's thinnest automatic movement at that time, measuring only 2.40 mm in thickness.

    The present timepiece is housed in a 38mm case, which is framed by highly polished lugs and flanks that create a striking contrast against the sunburst skeletonized dial. Differentiating from other variations, the bridges in this model are treated with a dark black hue, producing a vivid contrast with the white gold case.

    The sapphire crystal caseback allows the wearer to admire the beautifully executed ultra-thin 1200S movement. Creating an ultra-thin movement is a painstaking and challenging task that requires great expertise and precision. Each component is carefully hollowed and hand finished, demanding the skills of Piaget artisans.

    Numbered 12 out of 150 pieces, the number is engraved on the platinum micro rotor. It presents a unique opportunity to own a sleek and handsome ultra-thin watch that is truly impressive in its craftsmanship and design.

  • Artist Biography

    Piaget

    Swiss • 1874

    Creativity, audacity and know-how are the values that gave Piaget its international reputation and allowed the brand to distinguish itself in the world of fine watchmaking and precision. Founder Georges Edouard Piaget established the company in 1874 and manufactured watch movements. While Piaget is famously recognized today for their elaborate wristwatch and bangle designs, they also mastered the marriage of their high-quality, in-house-produced wristwatches and stunning pieces of jewelry.

    Collectors consider the 1970s as Piaget's era of superb creativity and unbounded designs. During this highly creative period, the brand designed an impressive range of cuff and bracelet watches carved in gold and adorned with exotic hard stones. Admired by most as not only jewelry but also true works of art, the firm's hard stone dial watches remain the most iconic, recognizable and desirable among collectors.

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Property from the Mark Cho Collection

Σ870

Ref. G0A40033
A fine and attractive limited edition ultra-thin white gold skeletonized wristwatch with presentation box, numbered 12 of a limited edition of 150 pieces

Circa 2018
38mm diameter
Case, dial, movement and buckle signed

Estimate
HK$80,000 - 160,000 
€9,600-19,200
$10,300-20,500

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Thomas Perazzi
Deputy Chairman, Watches, Head of Watches, Asia
+852 2318 2031
WatchesHK@phillips.com
 

Gertrude Wong
Head of Sale, Hong Kong
+ 852 2318 2045
gertrudewong@phillips.com
 

The Hong Kong Watch Auction: XVIII

Hong Kong Auction 24 - 25 May 2024