Ladies' Piaget Polo in 18K Gold

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CIRCA: 1980s
SERIAL NUMBER: 460039
REF.: 8131 C701
CASE MATERIAL: 18K yellow gold
CASE DIMENSIONS: 20 mm wide
DIAL: Champagne dial with aftermarket diamond pave
BRACELET MATERIAL: 18K yellow gold integrated bracelet
MAX. BRACELET SIZE: 6-1/8 inches
MOVEMENT: Quartz
CALIBER: 8P1
The Piaget Polo, introduced in 1979 and designed by Yves Piaget, is considered to be an icon of 80s fashion. The Ladies version, worn by the likes of Brooke Shields, as well as Ursula Andress, was extremely popular in its first decade. The classic gold bracelet watch continues to be popular today. It is a perfect blend of jewelry and timepiece.
Condition Report: Dial is in excellent condition, with some slight wear and the addition of four rows of aftermarket diamonds. Case is excellent with some scratches. Bracelet with scratches, most on the clasp. Movement is running at time of cataloging. Overall, the present example is in excellent condition.

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