This Piaget watch is the most intricate timepiece I’ve ever seen – but you won’t get one

Piaget has just debuted its latest iteration of its Altiplano Skeleton Métier d’Art high jewellery watch. The new timepiece retains Piaget’s signature thin case size, and alongside cloisonne enamel, the watch is set with diamonds and sapphires – but you might not get one.

Since its inception in 1874, Piaget has been known for its attention to detail and ultra-thin watches. The new Piaget Altiplano Skeleton Métier d’Art is no exception, as it measures just 7mm thick, and is only slightly thicker than Piaget’s classic skeleton style. But if you thought this smaller size would make the watch appear small, then think again, as Piaget has pulled out all the stops with this new timepiece.

Alongside the 7mm thickness, the Piaget Altiplano Skeleton Métier d’Art has a 40mm diameter dial. The dial itself is the star of the show, as it features a combination of blue, green and purple colours and gemstones. The top left corner of the watch playfully displays the movement which is decorated and set with diamonds and sapphires.

The bottom left of the Piaget Altiplano Skeleton Métier d’Art’s dial introduces a new facet made of Gran Feu cloisonne enamel. The enamel is designed by enamel artist Anita Porchet and is used on the dial, caseback and around the bezel. The enamel colours and patterns spread to the bezel from two o’clock to seven o’clock.

The other part of the bezel is set with baguette cut gemstones, giving the Piaget Altiplano Skeleton Métier d’Art more colour and sparkle. As the enamel and gemstone decorations take up all of the dial, Piaget has kept the timekeeping simple with no hour markers but dark blue hour and minute hands.

Powered by its signature gold self-winding 1200D manufacture, the Piaget Altiplano Skeleton Métier d’Art displays the skeleton movement through the caseback. The caseback shows all the intricacies of the movement, and is shown off in different hues of blue enamel.

The Piaget Altiplano Skeleton Métier d’Art is a true masterpiece and might be the most intricate watch I’ve ever seen. As of writing, no pricing has been announced but the Piaget Altiplano Skeleton Métier d’Art is limited to just eight pieces so you’ll need to be quick if you want one.