Piaget Polo Quartz 18K Yellow Gold and Factory Set Diamonds

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CIRCA: 1980s
CASE MATERIAL: 18K yellow gold
DIAL: Dial is a combination of horizontal gloss and brushed textures in 18K yellow gold. Factory set diamond hour indices. Hands are silver.
BRACELET MATERIAL: 18K yellow gold
CASE DIMENSIONS: 23 mm in diameter
BRACELET SIZE: 6 1/2 inches
SERIAL NUMBER: 388591
REFERENCE NUMBER: 861 C 701
MOVEMENT NUMBER: 103881
CALIBER: 8P2
Piaget has been manufacturing watches since 1874. This example is among the most elegant ever produced. The Piaget Polo line was introduced in 1979 tying the brand to the sport of Polo. This example is 18k yellow gold the factory set diamond dial, case, and bracelet. The dial is an elegant mix of alternating gloss and brushed yellow gold. The watch is mounted on a factory diamond set bracelet with jewelry type clasp. It is powered by a quartz movement. Piaget describes this Polo line as "casual chic" and it truly is!
Condition Report: Dial is in excellent condition. Case is in very good condition with minor scratches. Movement is running at the time of cataloging. Overall the present example is in very good condition.

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