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What does Genève mean on watches?

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What does Genève mean on watches?
On watches, Genève usually means that timepieces carry the Geneva Seal. It indicates that an expert third-party bureau representing the country of Switzerland inspected the watch and found it compliant with the government's quality standards. Find a collection of Swiss-made watches on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Universal Genève Polerouter 20217-5 1955
By Universal Genève
Located in London, GB
A truly fine example of the iconic Universal Genève Polerouter, this model is the 20217-5 version automatic bumper dating back to around 1955 by the serial number. Its been very well...
Category

Vintage 1950s British Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Universal Geneve Compax stainless steel Manual Wristwatch Ref 22703-1
By Universal Genève
Located in Surfside, FL
Universal Geneve Compax in stainless steel on a brown crocodile strap. Featuring a two tone dial with an outside tachometer ring in blue with black enamel sticks. Manual wind valjoux...
Category

Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, Steel

Universal Geneve Gold Filled Tank Watch Automatic
By Universal Genève
Located in New York, NY
This vintage gold filled Universal Genève watch is from the 1960s era. It has a white dial and a 30mm X 30mm case. The watch has a brown leather strap, features a caliber 138SS bumpe...
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Universal Geneve Polerouter Day Date
By Universal Genève
Located in New York, NY
The vintage 1970s Rare Universal Genève Polerouter Automatic timepiece is a distinctive and sought-after watch. Encased in a 40mm...
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold Plate

Universal Geneve Calatava Stainless Steel Crosshair Dial Automatic
By Universal Genève
Located in New York, NY
Universal Genève is more well known for its sports models, but they were also proud makers of beautiful and interesting dress watches. With clear 1950s style, the case has a clean an...
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Universal Geneve 18k Pink Gold Wristwatch
By Universal Genève
Located in Montreal, QC
Universal Geneve 18k pink gold men's wristwatch, case #10959-1027889. Measures 39mm x 29mm, 15 jewels and manual wind movement, caliber 264, acrylic crystal...
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

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