Experience the Timeless Allure of Piaget's Two-Tone Polo 79
The Evolution of an Icon: From Solid Gold to Dazzling Two-Tone
In 2024, Piaget celebrated 45 years of its beloved Polo watch with the re-introduction of the Polo 79 in yellow gold. This 38mm timepiece, a modern reinterpretation of the original, featured a slender automatic movement, departing from its quartz predecessor. Its undeniable success paved the way for an equally popular white-gold variant in 2025, signaling a shift in watch enthusiasts' preferences towards more substantial, elegant, and radiant timepieces, moving away from the previously dominant chunky steel sports watches.
A Masterpiece of Precious Metals and Design
Now, Piaget elevates the Polo 79 with a striking two-tone version, harmoniously combining the bold extravagance of the yellow gold model with the understated sophistication of the white gold. This 38mm watch, weighing over 200 grams in precious metals, showcases a captivating design where white gold forms the primary structure, elegantly contrasted by yellow-gold "gadroons" that traverse the bracelet, case, and dial. The interplay of brushed and polished finishes in both gold tones creates a dazzling shimmer, while the integrated bracelet evokes a classic 70s aesthetic, appealing to connoisseurs of luxury sports watches.
Where Minimalism Meets Pop Art: A Timeless Aesthetic
The new Polo 79’s dial is a study in refined simplicity, featuring only the distinctive Piaget wordmark and elegant yellow gold dauphine hands. This design ethos positions the watch at the nexus of minimalism, brutalism, and pop art. Its aesthetic instantly transports observers to the glamorous late 1970s, reminiscent of a sophisticated European socialite or a charismatic leading man adorning it in St. Moritz. This echoes the spirit of the original 1979 Polo, which, though powered by a cutting-edge quartz movement of its time, carried the same aura of exclusivity. The modern iterations, however, boast Piaget’s in-house ultra-thin cal. 1200P1—an automatic movement featuring a micro-rotor, 180 components, a 44-hour power reserve, and exquisite engraved finishes.
An Exclusive Timepiece for Discerning Collectors
The new two-tone Polo 79, like its predecessors, is produced in limited quantities, targeting a specific cadre of dedicated collectors. Priced at $91,000, it stands alongside esteemed pieces such as the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Double Balance Wheel Openworked in steel ($86,800) and the Bulgari Octo Finissimo CarbonGold Perpetual Calendar ($89,000). While these watches differ significantly in style, the two-tone Polo 79 undeniably merits its place among such distinguished company. With a rich heritage tracing back to the vibrant Studio 54 era and Piaget’s renowned mechanical excellence, this watch is an irresistible proposition, especially with the continuous appreciation of gold prices.