In 1874 Georges Piaget founds the «Ateliers de la Côte-aux-Fées», in which high-precision watch movements are produced ​​for well-known watch manufacturers. In 1911 he hands over the company to his son, Timothée Piaget.

The year 1943 brings a significant change for the company’s history Based on the experience and the success of the company the grandsons of the founder, Gérald and Valentin Piaget, decide to obtain protection for the name Piaget as a trademark. From now on, the creations of the house bear its own signature. This does not just apply to watch movements, but also to complete watches. Due to the increasing demand in 1945 in La Cote-aux-Fées a new, more modern facility is built.