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Piaget Octagonal 9341P5 - Integrated 18K White Gold Malachite Dial & Bezel

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The Jeweler Of Watchmaking
During the 1960s and 70s, Piaget used its mastery of ultra-thin movements to become something more than a watchmaker. With the mechanics no longer dictating the form, the brand's designers and goldsmiths were free to transform the watch case itself into a piece of high jewelry. This octagonal dress watch is a perfect artifact from that golden era, combining a solid white gold construction with a vibrant malachite dial. It represents a period when Piaget's creativity was unmatched, producing watches that were as much about the material and the execution as they were about telling time.
A Rare Stone-On-Stone Execution
What elevates this example is the use of malachite in both the dial and as an inlay within the bezel. This is a rare and difficult execution that showcases the house's confidence in working with fragile hard stones. The result is a seamless frame of deep, vibrant green surrounding the dial. This piece also features a heavily textured, woven bracelet integrated directly into the case, a signature of Piaget's in-house gold work. The finish creates a beautiful play of light across the surface of the metal, reinforcing the watch's jewelry-first design language.
A Well-Preserved Example
The watch is in very good condition. The 18k white gold case and integrated bracelet are sharp, and the hallmark on the case back is well-defined. Most importantly, the vibrant malachite dial shows off its characteristic green color and beautiful white striations. It is accompanied by Piaget service papers from Japan dated to 2021. As with every watch we offer, this piece has been verified as mechanically sound and is ready to wear.
The Ritual Of Winding
This is a watch for someone who understands that value can be expressed through artistry and materials, not just mechanical complexity. It comes from an era of unapologetic luxury, yet its size and minimalist dial make it feel perfectly balanced today. As a manual-wind watch, it requires a daily interaction. The ritual of winding the crown each morning creates a physical connection between the owner and the machine, a small moment of intention that is lost with an automatic. It is a piece that is genuinely hard to replace, a testament to a time when watchmaking and goldsmithing were one and the same.
Key Specs
Reference: 9341P5
Model: Octagonal
Year: 1970s
Movement: Manual
Case Size: 23x26mm
Bezel: 18K White Gold with Malachite Inlay
Bracelet: Integrated 18K White Gold
Bracelet Length: 7.25in
Dial: Malachite
Metal: 18K White Gold
Weight: 72.3g
Includes: Piaget Service Papers (2021)
SKU: 1735