Piaget has expanded the boundaries of contemporary haute horlogerie with the introduction of the Piaget Altiplano Ultimate Concept Skeleton High Jewellery Watch. This exceptional creation belongs to the Altiplano Ultimate Concept ultra-thin collection and represents a significant milestone for the maison, as it marks the first time Piaget combines skeletonized ultra-thin watchmaking with high jewellery gem-setting and cloisonné enamel craftsmanship within a single timepiece. The result is a watch that unites technical innovation, artistic expression, and jewellery savoir-faire in a remarkably coherent design.
The Piaget Altiplano Ultimate Concept Skeleton High Jewellery Watch is housed in a 40 mm white gold case with an astonishing thickness of just 7 mm. Despite the complex gem-setting and skeletonized architecture, the watch remains exceptionally light and comfortable on the wrist, preserving the ergonomic philosophy of the Altiplano line. The crown is discreetly set with a blue sapphire, reinforcing the chromatic harmony of the overall composition while maintaining functional elegance.
One of the most striking visual elements of the Piaget Altiplano Ultimate Concept Skeleton High Jewellery Watch is the bezel and dial decoration. The upper-left section of the bezel is adorned with elongated baguette-cut diamonds and gradient sapphires, carefully arranged to create a smooth transition of tones. These gemstones extend visually into the openworked movement, where brilliant-cut diamonds and sapphires are set directly into the skeletonized components. This meticulous gem-setting produces a flowing gradient effect that evokes the meeting point between sky and sea.
Balancing the gemstone brilliance, the lower-right section of the dial features cloisonné enamel artwork executed by renowned Swiss enameller Anita Porchet. Using shades of blue, green, and purple, the enamel gradually transitions from the center of the dial toward the bezel. This chromatic progression mirrors the gemstone gradient, creating a seamless visual dialogue between enamel artistry and high jewellery techniques. The enamel surface introduces depth and softness, contrasting beautifully with the sharp sparkle of diamonds and sapphires.
At the heart of the Piaget Altiplano Ultimate Concept Skeleton High Jewellery Watch lies the in-house Calibre 1201D1. This automatic ultra-thin skeleton movement operates at a frequency of 21,600 vibrations per hour and offers a power reserve of approximately 44 hours. Through the caseback, collectors can admire the first-ever gradient-colored movement baseplate, ruby bearings, and an off-center micro-rotor crafted in blued gold and engraved with the Piaget emblem. The movement architecture not only ensures mechanical efficiency but also serves as an artistic canvas.
The watch is completed with a deep blue alligator leather strap that complements the dial’s color palette and enhances its refined character. Limited to only eight pieces worldwide, the Piaget Altiplano Ultimate Concept Skeleton High Jewellery Watch stands as an exclusive statement of Piaget’s mastery in ultra-thin horology and high jewellery design. Official pricing has not yet been disclosed, further underscoring its rarity and collectability.
PIAGET Altiplano Ultimate Concept Skeleton High Jewellery Watch
Case: 18K white gold, 40 mm diameter, 7 mm thick
Bezel: White gold set with diamonds and sapphires
Crown: White gold set with sapphire
Crystal: Sapphire
Dial: Skeletonized with cloisonné enamel
Hands: Blue
Movement: Piaget Calibre 1201D1 automatic skeleton, 26 jewels, 21,600 vph, 44-hour power reserve
Strap: Blue alligator leather
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