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Geneva, Hotel Des Bergues, Apr 25, 1993

LOT 123

Piaget & Co., Swiss 1960's. Very fine, rare and unusual 18ct gold gentleman's wristwatch with concealed dial.

CHF 33,000 - 38,000

Sold: CHF 38,870

C. massive, polished, bezel entirely engraved representing an eagle with his wings open, the cover figures an escutcheon set with rubies and diamonds. D. mat silver with applied gold indexes. "Bâton" gold hands. M. 8 - rhodiumed, 17 jewels, lever escapement, monometallic balance, self-compensating flat balancespring. Dial and movement signed. In good condition. Dim. 28 x 37 mm.

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This watch has probably been ordered by an aristocrat who requested his coat of arms on the cover. Due to the exceptional quality and considering the fact that none other is known to exist it can be included that this piece is unique.