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THE PIAGET UNIVERSE
Availing of a large variety of precious stones and models highlighted by a creative
design, the “Essence of Extraleganza”
collection of the 150th anniversary
presents a series of magnificent
creations within three emblematic
universes of Piaget: “Extraleganza”,
“Piaget Society” and “When mastery
ignites artistry”, represented by 96 models
crafted according to extraordinary standards
inside the High Jewellery atelier of Piaget in Geneva, where gold is the protagonist and the gems the stylistic elements. As the Maison celebrates the art of living, which is joyous and refined, extravagant and colourful, it pays tribute to the incomparable workmanship of gold and the bold use of colours. Excellent craftsmanship achieves and masters a level of perfection in the fluidity of the cuff bracelets and the necklaces, adorned by the splendour of gems. The beginnings of the goldsmithing activity of Piaget coincide with the birth of its incomparable style: the Maison, founded in La Côte-aux-Fées (Neuchâtel, Switzerland) in 1874 and specialised in ultra-thin movements, launches
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