Ricoh Quartz Analogue Wristwatch
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
1990-1996
This quartz analogue wristwatch is manufactured by the Ricoh Elemex Corporation in Japan, dating to approximately 1996. The timepiece features a round gold-tone case and is fitted with a brown leather strap with a textured finish.
The white dial displays the inscription "Heart of Japan GIFU," identifying the piece as a promotional gift issued by the Gifu Prefectural Government. The watch is accompanied by its original Ricoh-branded presentation case and instructional materials. The watch carries the serial number 312106 and the model number J-312-3040.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Date
- c.1996
- Type
- Quartz analogue wristwatch
- Maker
- Ricoh Elemex Corporation
- Provenance
- Promotional gift from Gifu Prefectural Government
- Model Number
- J-312-3040
- Serial Number
- 312106
- Place recorded
- Japan
- Dial Inscription
- Heart of Japan GIFU
- Maker / attribution
- Ricoh Elemex Corporation
Design
- Design and Dial
- The watch features a traditional round gold-tone case design with a white dial. The dial layout includes simple markers for the hours and minutes. A distinct graphic element is printed on the dial, which bears the text "Heart of Japan GIFU." This indicates the specific intended purpose of the watch as a promotional item associated with the Gifu Prefecture. The assembly is paired with a brown leather strap that has a textured surface, mimicking an alligator or crocodile skin pattern.
- Visible features
- • Round gold-tone case • Textured dark brown leather strap • Dial inscription reads 'Heart of Japan GIFU' • Includes Ricoh branded presentation box and instruction leaflet
- Provenance and Presentation
- This watch functioned as a promotional gift commissioned by the Gifu Prefectural Government in Japan. It is presented in a dedicated Ricoh-branded case, which features a grey exterior and a pale interior lining. The presentation box includes the Ricoh logo prominently displayed on the interior lid. In addition to the watch and its case, the item is accompanied by a printed instructional leaflet detailing the operation of the watch.
- Manufacturing and Identification
- The wristwatch is identified as a product of the Ricoh Elemex Corporation, a manufacturer based in Japan. The watch is catalogued with the specific model number J-312-3040 and carries the unique serial number 312106. Documentation provided with the object lists the manufacturing period as 1990-1996. The inclusion of the model number and serial number confirms the specific technical identification of this unit within the broader production run managed by the Ricoh Elemex Corporation.
Identification
- Reference
- J-312-3040
- Serial number
- 312106
- Accession Number
- 2001-241
- Source note
- Facts transcribed from the linked source listing or collection record. Attribution and specifications are source-reported and have not been independently authenticated.
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.
Research required
- Research required: The exact date of manufacture is stated as a range of 1990-1996 in the provenance records but c.1996 in the description
- Research required: The leather strap may be a replacement or original issue, but the source does not specify the material origin or factory source