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Wristwatch · Jewelry watch

Piaget Emperador watch

Partially verified

This Piaget Emperador wristwatch, dated to the 1980s, is constructed from 18K white gold. The timepiece features a factory-set diamond pavé dial accented with four vivid emerald hour markers. The watch is presented with a hand-finished integrated bracelet, which is also set with diamonds. Internally, the watch is powered by the manual-wind Caliber 9P movement. The design reflects the house's focus on merging precious gemstone setting with specialized case and bracelet engineering. The watch is secured with an integrated clasp mechanism. The piece is identified as a factory-original diamond and emerald variation within the Emperador model line.

Front view of the Piaget Emperador watch featuring a diamond pavé dial and emerald hour markers.
Front view of the Piaget Emperador watch featuring a diamond pavé dial and emerald hour markers. — M.S. Rau. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
rauantiques.com
Category
Wristwatch · Jewelry watch
Maker / attribution
Piaget
Reference
Not recorded
Catalogue / lot identifier
Source URL identifies the listing
Source-reported date
1980s
Source-reported place
Not established

Source-reported attribution and specifications are not independent authentication. A listing does not establish present ownership, current display, availability or permission to reproduce.

Object description

Case and Dial Design

The watch features a rectangular 18K white gold case measuring 25mm in diameter. The dial is finished with a factory-set diamond pavé, which covers the entire surface. Four emerald hour markers are positioned at the cardinal points on the dial, providing a contrast to the diamond setting.

The housing for the movement is integrated directly into the bracelet design. This arrangement creates a continuous visual line between the watch head and the wrist attachment. The crown is recessed into the side of the case, maintaining the geometric profile of the timepiece.

Evidence for this section
  • “Crafted entirely in 18K white gold”
  • “factory-set diamond pavé dial, punctuated by four vivid emerald hour markers”
  • “Case: 25mm”

Bracelet and Construction

The timepiece is accompanied by an integrated bracelet that is hand-finished. The links of the bracelet are set with rows of diamonds, matching the aesthetic of the case and the dial. This construction is described as a rare combination for this specific model reference.

The bracelet is equipped with a clasp mechanism, which secures the watch to the wearer's wrist. The integration of the bracelet into the case design is a characteristic element of this specific Piaget configuration.

Evidence for this section
  • “Piaget’s signature hand-finished integrated bracelet is fully set with diamonds”
  • “The bracelet is secured with its clasp.”

Movement and Attribution

The watch is powered by the Piaget Caliber 9P, a manual-wind movement. The manufacturer is identified as Piaget, a company founded in 1874. The watch is attributed to the 1980s period.

The auction description reports that the movement and the gem-set components represent the house's focus on ultra-thin watchmaking combined with high-jewelry production techniques during the late 20th century.

Evidence for this section
  • “Movement: Manual-wind Caliber 9P”
  • “Founded in 1874, Piaget has long been revered for its ultra-thin movements and sophisticated jewelry watches”

Open research questions

  • What is the specific movement serial number associated with this Caliber 9P unit?
  • Does the case back contain hallmark stamps indicating the specific 18K gold purity and manufacture origin?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Piaget Emperador watch
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
MakerPiaget“Piaget”
ModelEmperador“Emperador”
Material18K White Gold“18K White Gold”
MovementManual-wind Caliber 9P“Manual-wind Caliber 9P”
Dial detailsFactory Diamond & Emerald“factory-set diamond pavé dial, punctuated by four vivid emerald hour markers”

Visible details

  • Pavé diamond-set dial
  • Four emerald hour markers
  • Integrated diamond-set bracelet
  • Rectangular case profile

Research qualifications

  • Movement caliber 9P is claimed by the vendor but not visible in the provided images.
  • Exact manufacture date within the 1980s is not specified.

Photograph identity and source facts were screened before import; rights clearance remains pending.

Consulted source

ساعت مچی طلای سفید Piaget Emperador با الماس و زمرد

Reviewed 2026-11-02 · Record b8f6eee90d

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