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What is a Genève watch?

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What is a Genève watch?
A Genève watch is a watch stamped with the Hallmark of Geneva, a quality seal awarded to watches that meet strict criteria in regards to its finishing and materials. Browse a variety of Genève watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Vintage 1950s Universal Genève Uni-Compax Chronograph, 18K Gold
By Universal Genève
Located in Zurich, CH
A timeless testament to mid-century Swiss watchmaking mastery, this 1950s vintage Universal Genève Uni-Compax chronograph is presented in solid 18-karat yellow gold. Highly regarded ...
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Universal Genève 18k Yellow Gold Date Automatic Men’s Watch Ref. 170.370
By Universal Genève
Located in New York, NY
This Universal Genève men’s watch features an 18k yellow gold round case paired with a black leather strap and signed buckle. The cream guilloché-style dial is designed with black Ro...
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1960s Universal Geneve Polerouter Date 18K YG Bullseye Dial Auto 33mm
By Universal Genève
Located in New York, NY
Genta's First Masterpiece, In Gold The Polerouter is a foundational piece of watch design history. Gérald Genta was twenty three when Universal Genève handed him the commission, dec...
Category

Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Modernist Gold Watch, Universal Geneve
By Universal Genève
Located in New York, NY
Modernist 14k Gold Watch, Universal Geneve on satin watch band. Space age design with watch floating off the side of the band. 1970's Swiss. 1" wide x...
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Universal Genève 18K Pink Gold Chronograph Wristwatch, Circa 1950s
By Universal Genève
Located in Firenze, IT
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). Case No. 1452130, Ref. 124103. Ma...
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold

Universal Geneve 14Kt Solid Yellow Gold Chronograph circa 1940's
By Universal Genève
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Universal Geneve Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Chronograph / Reference 52217 METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt Solid Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Leng...
Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

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