For The First Time In History, The Piaget Polo Skeleton Is Crafted In Ceramic

Piaget has just made history within the Maison with its groundbreaking addition to its iconic Polo collection: the Piaget Polo Skeleton Ceramic. This marks the first time the Maison has incorporated ceramic into its watchmaking repertoire, setting a new milestone for the Piaget Polo Skeleton line. This innovative fusion of ceramic with Piaget’s mastery of skeletonization is a testament to the brand’s dedication to pushing the boundaries of horological design.

Since its debut in 1979, the Piaget Polo collection has embodied the essence of sporting elegance and sophistication. The design was a direct reference to its target clientele—the sophisticated, jet-set Piaget Society that defined the glamour of the 1980s. Initially crafted in gold, the Piaget Polo became a unisex symbol of luxury and refinement, featuring the collection’s signature gadroons. Over the decades, the Polo line has evolved, embracing new materials and technological advancements, including the introduction of steel in 2016, perpetual calendars, and interchangeable rubber straps. Despite these evolutions, the Polo has consistently maintained its ultra-thin proportions and high-end finishes, making it a sophisticated choice for everyday wear.

Introducing ceramic into the Piaget Polo Skeleton collection marks a significant evolution in this lineage. Taking three years to develop, the Piaget Polo Skeleton Ceramic showcases Maison’s art of skeletonization within an ultra-thin, second-skin-like case crafted in a striking jet-black finish. This new model invites us to see beyond the obvious, bringing a bold modernity to Piaget’s most iconic collection.

Integrating ceramic into the Piaget Polo Skeleton was no small feat. The process required a complete rethinking of the watch’s construction. Producing and finishing such slim, waterproof, yet robust ceramic components presented a formidable challenge, requiring significant innovation in both engineering and design. The result is a watch that is not only visually striking but also a technical marvel.

Anchoring this new construction is a unique titanium container that houses the ceramic case and its components. Treated with black DLC (Diamond-Like Carbon), the titanium container perfectly complements the ceramic’s dark elements profile, including a two-part case, crown, and bezel. The watch’s tone-on-tone look, enhanced by subtle grey shades, exudes a strong presence on the wrist. Remarkably, the Piaget Polo Skeleton Ceramicisf is just 7.5mm, only 1mm thicker than the steel and gold models—a rare achievement for a skeleton watch with an automatic winding system.

Piaget’s commitment to the art of skeletonization is deeply rooted in its history. Skeleton watches first appeared at Piaget in 1948, with small, exclusive quantities continuing to be produced through the 1970s and 1980s. The Piaget Polo collection has long been a showcase for the Maison’s skeletonization mastery, with notable pieces like Miles Davis’s 1984 Piaget Polo, which featured a double diamond bezel and an openwork dial that captured the spirit of the Montreux Jazz Festival.

In 2021, the Piaget Polo Skeleton was reinvigorated with bridges treated in daring blue and grey tones, highlighting the depth and texture of Piaget’s openwork craftsmanship. This creativity and flamboyance were further advanced in 2024 with the Only Watch unique piece featuring multicolor layers of green, blue, and rose gold skeletonized bridges. This bold experimentation set the stage for the introduction of ceramic, adding a new dimension to the Piaget Polo Skeleton collection.

Powered by the Manufacture 1200S1 ultra-thin self-winding caliber, the Piaget Polo Skeleton Ceramic embodies elegance and exceptional functionality. The watch’s jet-black aesthetic is enhanced by striking Superluminova accents on the indexes and hands, and the Piaget logo is on the oscillating weight for the first time. This feature adds a unique dynamism to the design, further complemented by the SingleTouch interchangeable strap system introduced on the Piaget Polo Perpetual Calendar Ultra-Thin black in 2023. Owners can choose between a black rubber strap with a steel and titanium folding clasp or an additional blue rubber strap, offering versatility and a personalized touch.

The Piaget Polo Skeleton Ceramic represents a daring new chapter for the Maison, revealing that Piaget is not afraid to experiment with new materials.