The Piaget Polo 79 White Gold is a testament to Piaget’s unparalleled expertise in the combined domains of watchmaking and jewellery, blending technical precision with an artistically innovative flair. This timepiece, pivotal in its design ethos, exemplifies the marriage between form and function inherent in Piaget’s legacy. Known for defying the conventions of traditional watch design since its inception in 1979, this model takes on a new expression in white gold, reflecting the maison’s continued commitment to innovation while honouring its heritage of elegance and audacity.
The dial of the Piaget Polo 79 White Gold is a meticulous study in refined minimalism, making a marked departure from the decorative excesses often seen in comparable luxury timepieces. It eschews superfluous embellishments to present a clean, sophisticated interface that prioritises both form and functionality. The dial’s layout achieves a harmonious balance, featuring well-positioned markers and slender hands that facilitate optimal readability without compromising the watch’s overarching aesthetic coherence. This minimalist approach is complemented by alternating textures that subtly echo the bracelet and case, establishing an understated yet artistic continuity throughout the piece.
At the heart of the Piaget Polo 79 White Gold lies the Maison’s in-house self-winding calibre 1200P1, a paragon of ultra-thin watchmaking precision. This movement, measuring an astonishingly slender 2.35mm in thickness, embodies the technological prowess upon which Piaget has built its esteemed reputation.
The calibre 1200P1 features a balance stop and an index assembly signed with a discreet ‘P’, symbolising Piaget’s commitment to technical excellence and distinctive character. With a frequency of 21,600 vibrations per hour and a power reserve of approximately 44 hours, it ensures reliable performance while showcasing intricate finishing details such as circular côtes de Genève and a micro-rotor engraved with the Piaget coat of arms.
The case of the Piaget Polo 79 White Gold is crafted in luxuriantly polished white gold, offering a contemporary reinterpretation of its classic 1979 predecessor. Encompassing a diameter of 38mm, it is designed to suit the modern taste for larger sports watches without sacrificing the thin profile that is a hallmark of the Polo line. Its seamless construction integrates the case, dial, and bracelet in a singular sculptural form, with alternating brushed and polished gadroons that create a visual symphony of textures. Water resistance up to 5 ATM and a nearly weightless feel ensure that this watch is as functional as it is beautiful, making it a versatile addition to any collection.
The Piaget Polo 79 White Gold stands as a profound exploration of both timekeeping technology and aesthetic expression. In its white gold incarnation, this timepiece not only preserves the legacy of Piaget’s innovative spirit but also pushes the boundaries of design and craftsmanship. The Polo 79 is more than a timepiece; it is a distinctive artefact of haute horlogerie that continuously redefines its own existence, moving seamlessly between the realms of technical mastery and artistic exploration.
Piaget Polo 79 White Gold Technical Specifications
Ref. G0A50150 – CHF 79 500 / 90 500 € / $ 82,500 (Sales tax not included) / HK$ 640,000 / ¥ 13,816,000 / 120 000 S$ / £ 77 000
Movement
- Calibre 1200P1 Manufacture self-winding ultra-thin movement
- Functions: Hours, Minutes
- Technical features: Balance stop, Index-assembly signed with a letter “P” for Piaget, Off-centered micro-rotor
- Power reserve (in hours): Approx. 44
- Frequency (vph): 21,600
- Frequency (Hz): 3
- Diameter (lines): 13.25
- Diameter (mm): 29.9
- Number of jewels: 25
- Thickness (mm): 2.35
- Number of components: 180
- Finishing: Blued screws, Circular Côtes de Genève, Circular-grained mainplate, Beveled bridges, Wheels with sunburst motif, Oscillating weight engraved with the Piaget coat of arms
Case, Dial, Bracelet
- Material: white gold
- Diameter: 38mm
- Thickness: 7.45 mm
- Weight: nearly 200 g
- Water resistance: 5atm
ABOUT PIAGET
Piaget epitomizes daring creativity – a quality that has continued to permeate through the Maison since its beginnings in 1874. From his frist workshop in La Cote-aux-Fées, Georges-Edouard Piaget devoted himself to crafting high-precision movements in a feat that formed the very foundations of our pioneering name. In the late 1950s, Piaget unveiled the ultra-thin movements that would later become the Maison’s trademark and the cornerstone of the Altiplano collection. As a true innovator of the watch and jewellery world, Piaget strongly believed in creativity and artistic values. It is within the walls of our Ateliers de l’Extraordinaire where master artisans continue to harness rare skills that have been preserved and perfected from generation to generation, transforming gold, stones and precious gems into dazzling works of art. Through its pursuit of masterful craftsmanship, the Maison has created emblems of daring excellence channeled into its collections including Altiplano, Piaget Polo, Limelight Gala, Possession, Piaget Sunlight, Piaget Rose and Extremely Piaget.