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Raymond Weil Parsifal Rectangular Dial Quartz Wristwatch

Partially verified

This gentleman's modern wristwatch by Raymond Weil is a Parsifal model featuring a rectangular stainless steel case described with a 29 mm diameter. Fitted on a stainless steel Raymond Weil bracelet, the watch is powered by a quartz movement. The grey sunburst dial features Roman numeral markers at XII, IX, and VI, baton hour indexes, and a date window at the 3 o'clock position. The dial is signed 'RAYMOND WEIL GENEVE', 'Parsifal', and 'SWISS MADE'. The source reports sapphire crystal, with case numbers 9341 and V788887 noted in the condition report.

Dial and bezel view of the Raymond Weil Parsifal rectangular stainless steel wristwatch
Dial and bezel view of the Raymond Weil Parsifal rectangular stainless steel wristwatch — Gorringe's. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
auction.gorringes.co.uk
Category
Wristwatch · Rectangular quartz wristwatch
Maker / attribution
Raymond Weil
Reference
9341
Catalogue / lot identifier
583
Source-reported date
modern
Country
Switzerland
Source-reported serial
V788887

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

Identity and Reference

This timepiece is identified as a gentleman's Raymond Weil Parsifal, characterized by a rectangular stainless steel construction. It is identified by the case reference 9341 and serial number V788887, as reported by the auction house.

The object is described as including an integrated stainless steel bracelet, original box, and spare links. Documentation is not recorded in this source.

Evidence for this section
  • “A gentleman's modern stainless steel Raymond Weil Parsifal rectangular dial quartz wrist watch, on Raymond Weil bracelet, with original box and spare links, no paperwork”
  • “Case no. 9341 V788887.”

Dial and Case Features

The watch features a rectangular case with a reported diameter of 29 mm. The dial is described as a grey sunburst style with Roman numeral markers at XII, IX, and VI, baton indexes, and a date aperture at the 3 o'clock position.

The crystal is identified as sapphire.

Evidence for this section
  • “Case diameter 29mm.”
  • “Sapphire crystal and dial in good order.”

Condition and Functionality

The timepiece utilizes a quartz movement. As of the May 2020 auction, the watch was reported as working with adjustable hands and date; however, the source notes it cannot guarantee the continued working order of the watch.

Reported condition includes minor surface scratches to the case back, sides, and bracelet. The accompanying box is noted to have scuffing on the corners, a split rear angle, and a degrading cushion.

Evidence for this section
  • “Watch currently working and the hands and date adjust. We cannot guarantee any of the watches to be in working order.”
  • “A few very minor surface scratches to the case back and sides associated with mild use. Bracelet has minor surface scratches in general.”
  • “Box in good order but the cushion for the watch is beginning to degrade and one side has become detached and the outer box has some scuffing to the corners and the back left angle has split.”

Open research questions

  • Can the serial number V788887 be cross-referenced with Raymond Weil records to confirm a specific manufacturing date?
  • What is the material composition of the crown trim mentioned in the observations?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Raymond Weil Parsifal Rectangular Dial Quartz Wristwatch
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
Case Reference9341“Case no. 9341 V788887.”
Serial NumberV788887“Case no. 9341 V788887.”
Movement TypeQuartz“rectangular dial quartz wrist watch”
Case Diameter29mm“Case diameter 29mm.”
MaterialStainless steel“A gentleman's modern stainless steel Raymond Weil Parsifal”
Battery Service31/01/2020“battery recently changed by Timpson, 31/01/2020.”

Visible details

  • Rectangular stainless steel case with stepped relief details on the bezel and a cabochon-topped crown
  • Grey sunburst dial with applied Roman numerals at 6, 9, and 12, flanked by baton indices and a minute track with dot accents
  • Date aperture located at 3 o'clock
  • Visible surface scuffs and scratches on the stainless steel bezel and case front
  • Integrated multi-link stainless steel bracelet

Research qualifications

  • Movement caliber and interior are not pictured or specified
  • Source notes surface scratching on case back, sides, and bracelet

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

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