Piaget Altiplano Dual Time, Ref. 612104
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
late 1970s
Maker / issuer
PiagetThis late 1970s Piaget Altiplano Dual Time wristwatch is constructed in 18k white gold and features a 34mm diameter case with a hobnail-patterned bezel. The timepiece is characterized by its dual-time display, which utilizes two separate movements.
The silver-colored dial is finished with guilloché engraving and includes two sub-dials—one silver and one black—each displaying time with Breguet numerals. Two winding crowns are positioned at the 3 and 9 o'clock positions to operate the independent Cal. 6P1 movements. The dial is co-signed by the London retailer Asprey at the 6 o'clock position. The watch is fitted with a black lizard leather strap. The auction description reports that the watch remains in excellent condition with well-preserved factory finishing on the case and no damage to the dial.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Date
- late 1970s
- Type
- Dual time wristwatch
- Brand
- Piaget
- Model
- 612104
- Diameter
- 34mm
- Material
- 18K White Gold
- Movement
- Cal. 6P1
- Retailer
- Asprey
- Place recorded
- Switzerland
- Maker / attribution
- Piaget
Design
- Case and Design
- The wristwatch is housed in an 18k white gold case measuring 34mm in diameter. A prominent design feature is the hobnail-patterned bezel that borders the perimeter of the case. Operation is facilitated by two slim, unsigned crowns located on opposite sides of the case at the 3 and 9 o'clock positions. The auction description reports that the case is in exceptional condition, maintaining original factory finishes with minimal evidence of polishing. The case back exhibits engraved reference and serial numbers. The watch is currently paired with a two-piece black lizard leather strap. The original rhodium finish on the crowns is noted to have minor fading due to age and usage.
- Dial and Display
- The silver dial features a guilloché pattern and serves as the mounting plate for two distinct sub-dials, one silver and one black. Each sub-dial displays the time using Breguet numerals and is operated by its own independent Cal. 6P1 movement. The dial is marked with the Piaget signature at 12 o'clock and the retailer name, Asprey, at 6 o'clock. According to the auction description, the dial is preserved in exceptional condition without visible damage and displays only minimal, age-appropriate patina. The alpha-style hands for both sub-dials are reported to be original and in excellent condition, with the aging observed on the sub-dials described as negligible.
- Visible features
- • Hobnail-patterned bezel • Two winding crowns located at the 3 and 9 o'clock positions • Dual sub-dials with opposing colors • Asprey signature printed on the lower half of the dial
- Retailer and Attribution
- Asprey is identified as the London-based retailer whose signature appears on the dial. The source attributes the watch to the late 1970s, aligning with Piaget's historical production period for this model reference.
Identification
- Reference
- 612104
- Serial number
- 28XXXX
- Source note
- Facts transcribed from the linked source listing or collection record. Attribution and specifications are source-reported and have not been independently authenticated.
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.
Research required
- Research required: The exact serial number is partially redacted as 28XXXX in the provided source
- Research required: The degree of rhodium finish fading on the crowns is subjective