{"product_id":"piaget-cushion-9251-18k-yellow-gold-van-cleef-arpels-dial","title":"Piaget Cushion 9251 - 18K Yellow Gold Van Cleef \u0026 Arpels Dial","description":"\u003ch4\u003eA Meeting Of Two Icons\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA dual-stamped dial from two of the world's most significant jewelry houses is a rare event. This Piaget, retailed by Van Cleef \u0026amp; Arpels, represents a unique intersection of high horology and high jewelry from the 1980s. While Piaget was mastering the art of the ultra-thin, elegant dress watch, Van Cleef \u0026amp; Arpels was the arbiter of Parisian style. A watch bearing both names is not just a timepiece; it's a historical marker of a partnership between two giants. The cushion case, a classic Piaget silhouette, becomes something more with the addition of the VCA signature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe Power Of A Retailer Stamp\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \"Van Cleef \u0026amp; Arpels\" signature on the champagne dial elevates this Reference 9251 into a collector's piece. During this era, only the most prestigious retailers were permitted to co-brand dials, a practice that has since all but vanished. It signifies a level of trust and mutual respect between the manufacturer and the jeweler. For a brand like Piaget, already a master of its craft, to share dial space is a testament to the power and influence Van Cleef \u0026amp; Arpels commanded. This watch was sold to a specific clientele, one that understood the significance of both names on the dial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHonest Gold And A Clean Dial\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe watch is in overall good condition. The 18K yellow gold case is showing honest signs of use on the front and appears to remain unpolished. The champagne dial has been well-preserved and the important Van Cleef \u0026amp; Arpels signature remains crisp and clear. The caseback displays a natural and attractive tarnishing, a common and desirable characteristic for gold that has aged authentically over decades. The watch is fitted with a leather strap. As with every watch we offer, this piece has been verified as mechanically sound and is ready to wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFor The Discerning Collector\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a watch for someone who appreciates horological history. It moves beyond brand and model into the more rarefied world of retailer-signed dials. The elegant cushion case is perfectly proportioned for a classic dress watch, while the dual signature provides a constant point of interest. It’s a subtle but powerful statement, a piece that speaks to a deep knowledge of both watchmaking and jewelry.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Danny's Vintage Watches","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54924784337187,"sku":"682","price":10000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/6099\/1523\/files\/DSCF7738.jpg?v=1777390144","url":"https:\/\/dannysvintagewatches.com\/products\/piaget-cushion-9251-18k-yellow-gold-van-cleef-arpels-dial","provider":"Danny's Vintage Watches","version":"1.0","type":"link"}