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GENEVA 14K Gold Watch
GENEVA 14K Gold Watch

GENEVA 14K Gold Watch

By Geneva

Located in Palm Desert, CA

This vintage GENEVA 14K gold hand-winding watch combines timeless elegance with intricate

Category

Vintage 1960s Chinese Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold

Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Band and Watch by Geneve Quartz
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Band and Watch by Geneve Quartz

Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Band and Watch by Geneve Quartz

Located in Manhasset, NY

confused with the Geneva Watch Group, but these are two separate organizations. Universal Geneve is a Swiss

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Geneva Swiss Made Watch
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Geneva Swiss Made Watch

Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Geneva Swiss Made Watch

By Geneva

Located in Manhasset, NY

7inch Vintage 14Kt Yellow Gold Geneva Swiss Made Watch weighting an astounding 18.1 grams having a

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Wrist Watches

Geneva 14K Yellow Gold
Geneva 14K Yellow Gold

Geneva 14K Yellow Gold

By Geneva

Located in Palm Desert, CA

This refined Geneva, Switzerland watch combines classic design with elegant diamond detailing. This

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Geneva Yellow Gold 17 Jewels Opal Diamond Wristwatch
Geneva Yellow Gold 17 Jewels Opal Diamond Wristwatch

Geneva Yellow Gold 17 Jewels Opal Diamond Wristwatch

By Geneva

Located in Palm Desert, CA

Geneva 14 Karat Yellow Gold 17 Jewels Opal Diamond Wristwatch. This exquisite watch features a

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Genève 14K Gold Quartz 33mm Dress Watch
Vintage Genève 14K Gold Quartz 33mm Dress Watch

Vintage Genève 14K Gold Quartz 33mm Dress Watch

By Geneva

Located in Miami, FL

A classic and refined vintage Genève wristwatch, crafted in solid 14K yellow gold, showcasing understated Swiss elegance. The brushed gold dial features minimalist baton hour markers...

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Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Victorian Blue Enamel Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Pendant Watch
Victorian Blue Enamel Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Pendant Watch

Victorian Blue Enamel Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Pendant Watch

By Geneva

Located in Westport, CT

An original Victorian 18K yellow gold diamond blue enamel pendant watch. This magnificent piece

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Victorian Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Pavé Set Rose-Cut Diamond Pendant Geneva Ball Watch
Antique Pavé Set Rose-Cut Diamond Pendant Geneva Ball Watch

Antique Pavé Set Rose-Cut Diamond Pendant Geneva Ball Watch

Located in Firenze, IT

The white enamel dial with blue and red Arabic numerals, bezel wind and hand setting, the rose cut diamonds set in spiralling lines, with rose-cut diamond pendant line. Mechanical mo...

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Antique 1880s Swiss Victorian Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver

Longines Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Watch
Longines Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Watch

Longines Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Watch

By Longines

Located in Long Beach, CA

about the part of the watch that they are responsible for. When I produced my own watch in Geneva many

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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Mod Chrome Swiss Pendant Watch Necklace
Mod Chrome Swiss Pendant Watch Necklace

Mod Chrome Swiss Pendant Watch Necklace

By Geneva

Located in New York, NY

Large Mod Swiss Pendant Watch necklace made circa 1960's, Switzerland. Chrome metal tubing forms

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Vacheron Constantin Harmony 18k Gold Ladies Watch Ref. 61201/939
Vacheron Constantin Harmony 18k Gold Ladies Watch Ref. 61201/939

Vacheron Constantin Harmony 18k Gold Ladies Watch Ref. 61201/939

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Monaco, MC

Geneva, Vacheron Constantin stands as the oldest continuously operating watch manufacturer in the world

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1990s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vacheron Constantin Ladies Platinum Diamond Sapphire Watch from 1930's
Vacheron Constantin Ladies Platinum Diamond Sapphire Watch from 1930's

Vacheron Constantin Ladies Platinum Diamond Sapphire Watch from 1930's

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Long Beach, CA

Geneva. One of the oldest watch factories in the world. They worked for kings and queens world wide. This

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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Longines Platinum Art Deco Ladies Dress Watch with Adjustable Cord Band
Longines Platinum Art Deco Ladies Dress Watch with Adjustable Cord Band

Longines Platinum Art Deco Ladies Dress Watch with Adjustable Cord Band

By Longines

Located in Long Beach, CA

I produced my own watch in Geneva many years ago, I realized that the dial maker and case maker and

Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum

Longines Steel Art Deco Open Face Pocket Watch Original Dial, circa 1930s
Longines Steel Art Deco Open Face Pocket Watch Original Dial, circa 1930s

Longines Steel Art Deco Open Face Pocket Watch Original Dial, circa 1930s

By Longines

Located in Long Beach, CA

I produced my own watch in Geneva many years ago, I realized that the dial maker and case maker and

Category

Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

Steel

Longines Stainless Steel "Grand Prize" Art Deco Watch with Original Dial 1950's
Longines Stainless Steel "Grand Prize" Art Deco Watch with Original Dial 1950's

Longines Stainless Steel "Grand Prize" Art Deco Watch with Original Dial 1950's

By Longines

Located in Long Beach, CA

about the part of the watch that they are responsible for. When I produced my own watch in Geneva many

Category

Vintage 1960s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Longines 14kt Yellow Gold Open Face Chronograph Pocket Watch from 1920's
Longines 14kt Yellow Gold Open Face Chronograph Pocket Watch from 1920's

Longines 14kt Yellow Gold Open Face Chronograph Pocket Watch from 1920's

By Longines

Located in Long Beach, CA

about the part of the watch that they are responsible for. When I produced my own watch in Geneva many

Category

Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Longines 18Kt Solid White Gold Mid Century Design Tuxedo Watch 1950's / 60's
Longines 18Kt Solid White Gold Mid Century Design Tuxedo Watch 1950's / 60's

Longines 18Kt Solid White Gold Mid Century Design Tuxedo Watch 1950's / 60's

By Longines

Located in Long Beach, CA

I produced my own watch in Geneva many years ago, I realized that the dial maker and case maker and

Category

Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

Rolex Royal ref 2280 Art-Deco c1936 S/Steel Manual 15 Jewels 30mm Mens' Watch
Rolex Royal ref 2280 Art-Deco c1936 S/Steel Manual 15 Jewels 30mm Mens' Watch

Rolex Royal ref 2280 Art-Deco c1936 S/Steel Manual 15 Jewels 30mm Mens' Watch

By Rolex

Located in MELBOURNE, AU

make case look bigger; bearing an engraving & a serial number 77925, Signed "Oyster Watch Co Geneva

Category

Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Hri Sordet & Fils Genève. A Gold Quarter Repeater Hunter C1860
Hri Sordet & Fils Genève. A Gold Quarter Repeater Hunter C1860

Hri Sordet & Fils Genève. A Gold Quarter Repeater Hunter C1860

Located in Mayfair, London, London

work can be found in the Musée d'art et d'histoire in Geneva. This watch would make a fine addition to

Category

Antique 1860s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Roger Dubuis Excalibur Limited Edition EX45 77 9 9.71R
Roger Dubuis Excalibur Limited Edition EX45 77 9 9.71R

Roger Dubuis Excalibur Limited Edition EX45 77 9 9.71R

By Roger Dubuis

Located in istanbul, TR

-winding movement and has the Geneva Seal. This watch is limited to 888 pieces worldwide. Strap: Orginal

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Owned & Worn by Betty White - Swiss Bangle Bracelet Vintage Wristwatch
Owned & Worn by Betty White - Swiss Bangle Bracelet Vintage Wristwatch

Owned & Worn by Betty White - Swiss Bangle Bracelet Vintage Wristwatch

Located in Suwanee, GA

bracelet attached to the rectangular Geneva Elite watch. Its dial is made from white mother of pearl

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vacheron  Constantin 18Kt Solid White Gold with a Diamond Bezel
Vacheron  Constantin 18Kt Solid White Gold with a Diamond Bezel

Vacheron Constantin 18Kt Solid White Gold with a Diamond Bezel

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Long Beach, CA

produced by the renowned house of Vacheron Constantin in Geneva Switzerland. The watch is entirely hand

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

Edwardian 1903 Swiss Necklace Watch In 14Kt Gold With Guilloché Blue Enamel
Edwardian 1903 Swiss Necklace Watch In 14Kt Gold With Guilloché Blue Enamel

Edwardian 1903 Swiss Necklace Watch In 14Kt Gold With Guilloché Blue Enamel

Located in Miami, FL

pocket-watch, created in Geneva Switzerland during the Edwardian period, back in the 1900's. The movement

Category

Antique Early 1900s Swiss Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

18 Karat Yellow Gold Bark Geneva Timepiece
18 Karat Yellow Gold Bark Geneva Timepiece

18 Karat Yellow Gold Bark Geneva Timepiece

By Geneva

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This lovely estate Geneva "peek-a-boo" estate watch is definitely a "timely" piece. With it's

Category

Vintage 1970s American Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Geneva Hidden Timepiece
14 Karat Yellow Gold Geneva Hidden Timepiece

14 Karat Yellow Gold Geneva Hidden Timepiece

By Geneva

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Ladies 14 karat yellow gold cover watch by Geneva. This one of a kind watch has 7 single cut

Category

Vintage 1970s American Contemporary More Jewelry

Materials

Chalcedony, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Classic Universal Geneva Gold Compax Chronograph Waterproof, 1940s
Classic Universal Geneva Gold Compax Chronograph Waterproof, 1940s

Classic Universal Geneva Gold Compax Chronograph Waterproof, 1940s

By Universal

Located in Berlin, DE

the delicate case, where round with rectangular forms an attractive contrast. The watch is completely

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Plymouth Watch Co. Ladies Platinum Diamond Sapphire Wristwatch
Plymouth Watch Co. Ladies Platinum Diamond Sapphire Wristwatch

Plymouth Watch Co. Ladies Platinum Diamond Sapphire Wristwatch

Located in Calabasas, CA

stamped PLYMOUTH, CERTIFIED PLATINUM, 26888, the movement is signed Plymouth Watch Co., Geneva, Quality

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Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Signed Abraham Colomby Georgian Verge Watch Rose Cut Diamond 20 Karat Gold
Signed Abraham Colomby Georgian Verge Watch Rose Cut Diamond 20 Karat Gold

Signed Abraham Colomby Georgian Verge Watch Rose Cut Diamond 20 Karat Gold

Located in Napoli, IT

Geneva in 1776. The watch is composed of two parts: Protective case in solid 20 Kt yellow gold and silver

Category

Antique 1760s Swiss Georgian Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver

Baume & Mercier Geneve Stainless Steel Automatic Wristwatch
Baume & Mercier Geneve Stainless Steel Automatic Wristwatch

Baume & Mercier Geneve Stainless Steel Automatic Wristwatch

By Baume & Mercier

Located in New York, NY

One Stainless Steel Automatic Watch Made In Geneva And Designed By Baume & Mercier Gentlemen's

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Gold Watch Cufflinks
Gold Watch Cufflinks

Gold Watch Cufflinks

Unavailable|$2,200

Gold Watch Cufflinks

Located in New York, NY

Retro cufflinks. 14K textured yellow gold. One side is a mechanical watch, made by Geneva. In

Category

Vintage 1940s American Cufflinks

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Retro 14 Karat Rose and Yellow Gold Diamond and Ruby Pocket Watch Brooch
Retro 14 Karat Rose and Yellow Gold Diamond and Ruby Pocket Watch Brooch

Retro 14 Karat Rose and Yellow Gold Diamond and Ruby Pocket Watch Brooch

Located in San Diego, CA

Retro 14k rose and yellow gold ruby and diamond Geneva pocket watch square link brooch. The watch

Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Retro Brooches

Materials

Black Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold, 14k Gold

Geneva Lady's Yellow Gold Tassel Hidden Wristwatch
Geneva Lady's Yellow Gold Tassel Hidden Wristwatch

Geneva Lady's Yellow Gold Tassel Hidden Wristwatch

Located in San Francisco, CA

Victorian Style 14Kt Yellow Gold Mesh Bracelet with Tassel Detail Features a Hidden Geneva Watch

Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Victorian Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Geneva Wristwatch 14K Gold
Geneva Wristwatch 14K Gold

Geneva Wristwatch 14K Gold

By Geneva

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

This timeless Geneva Quartz watch is the perfect staple piece to add to your collection. This

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Tennis His & Her Wristwatch Set Geneva Quartz Two-Tone Gold and Silver Plated
Tennis His & Her Wristwatch Set Geneva Quartz Two-Tone Gold and Silver Plated

Tennis His & Her Wristwatch Set Geneva Quartz Two-Tone Gold and Silver Plated

By Geneva

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

The Geneva His & Her Quartz Two-Tone Wristwatch Set offers a blend of elegance and precision that’s

Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver Plate

Vintage Geneva Yellow Gold Covered Watch Bracelet
Vintage Geneva Yellow Gold Covered Watch Bracelet

Vintage Geneva Yellow Gold Covered Watch Bracelet

By Geneva

Located in Greenwich, CT

A unique timepiece from our Estate Jewelry collection, this Geneva lady's watch is an example of

Category

Vintage 1950s American Retro Retro Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chopard Geneva Late 20th Century Diamond Lapiz Lazuli and Gold Watch
Chopard Geneva Late 20th Century Diamond Lapiz Lazuli and Gold Watch

Chopard Geneva Late 20th Century Diamond Lapiz Lazuli and Gold Watch

By Chopard

Located in New York, NY

A Swiss Late-20th Century 18 karat white gold mechanical watch with diamonds and lapis lazuli by

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Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

Howard Oversized Watch with Custom Case from 1925 American Geneva Seal
Howard Oversized Watch with Custom Case from 1925 American Geneva Seal

Howard Oversized Watch with Custom Case from 1925 American Geneva Seal

By Howard

Located in Long Beach, CA

high grade movement meets the criteria standards for Swiss Geneva Seal, while not being a Swiss watch

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Vintage 1920s Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches

Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Pocket Watch Won First Place at Geneva Time Trials
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Pocket Watch Won First Place at Geneva Time Trials

Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Pocket Watch Won First Place at Geneva Time Trials

By Patek Philippe

Located in Dallas, TX

Breguet numerals, subsidiary seconds. First Prize winning watch from the Geneva Astronomical

Category

Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex Geneva Lady's Gold Modernist Wristwatch 1970
Rolex Geneva Lady's Gold Modernist Wristwatch 1970

Rolex Geneva Lady's Gold Modernist Wristwatch 1970

By Rolex

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

“contract cases”, this watch was actually made in Geneva. Inside the case, there is a “7” and a key

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Pink and White Diamond Watch by Chopard
Pink and White Diamond Watch by Chopard

Pink and White Diamond Watch by Chopard

By Chopard

Located in New Orleans, LA

Hailing from the highly popular Happy Sport collection, this quartz watch by Chopard Geneva

Category

20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold

Tudor Oyster Stainless Steel Gent's Wrist Watch - Vintage Circa 1950
Tudor Oyster Stainless Steel Gent's Wrist Watch - Vintage Circa 1950

Tudor Oyster Stainless Steel Gent's Wrist Watch - Vintage Circa 1950

By Tudor

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An authentic vintage Tudor Oyster gent's wrist watch in stainless steel; part of our vintage and

Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

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Antique, New and Vintage Geneva Watches for Sale on 1stDibs

Antique, new and vintage Geneva watches are marked by a definitive certification — the Poinçon de Genève, referred to in English as the Hallmark of Geneva or the Geneva Seal, is reserved for mechanical watches made within the city or its canton (a region similar to a U.S. state) that adhere to superb traditional standards of craftsmanship.

Geneva, or Genève, is the name of the Swiss city known for producing some of the most impressive timepieces in the world. But the presence of the city’s name on the face of your vintage watch is far from a guarantee that your timepiece is reliable, high quality or even a product of Switzerland. Today’s devoted watch collectors know that while the terms “Swiss” and “Swiss Made” have been registered as trademarks in the United States and Hong Kong by the Federation of the Swiss Watch Industry, similar measures haven’t been taken to stop manufacturers worldwide from associating their goods with Geneva and its centuries-old reputation for fine watchmaking.

Surprisingly, the history of Geneva as a center of haute horlogerie hinges on the Protestant Reformation. Throughout the 16th and 17th centuries, many French Huguenots fleeing religious persecution crossed the Jura Mountains seeking refuge in Calvinist Switzerland. Among them were expert watchmakers, who brought both know-how and labor to Geneva’s burgeoning cabinets, or workshops.

In 1886, the Grand Council of the Republic and Canton of Geneva passed a law creating the seal, with the aim of protecting the reputation of Geneva watches from poorly made counterfeits sold abroad. Naturally, the seal guarantees that your Geneva watch was made in Geneva, though not necessarily its parts. Thanks to our global economy, it’s not unusual for companies to source parts from various countries. However, four major steps in the manufacturing process must take place in Geneva: assembly, casing up, adjustment and testing. The watch must also be submitted by a business registered in Geneva.

A limited number of the industry’s most revered houses, including Vacheron Constantin, Roger Dubuis, Chopard and Cartier, have facilities in Geneva and consistently submit watches for certification. However, not all Geneva-based companies choose to apply for the seal — while Patek Philippe stood alongside Vacheron Constantin as one of the first brands to embrace the Geneva Seal, in 2009 the company introduced its own certification — and even among brands like the ones above, not all references are submitted. Though 20 million Swiss watches are manufactured every year, just 24,000 carry the seal, according to the Roger Dubuis website.

Find antique, new and vintage Geneva watches on 1stDibs.

Finding the Right Watches for You

Records show that, in Europe, by the 16th century, it was high time for portable clock devices. Right now, perhaps you’re shopping for your own. If so, find a vast range of fashionable and functional antique, vintage and luxury watches on 1stDibs.

While wall-mounted time tellers and grandfather clocks were much more convenient than the sundials of ancient history, watches were becoming crucial for an increasingly connected society whose members learned that the latest advancements in technology meant they could carry devices that kept time to within a minute a day. Tragically, the first pocket watches — albeit an improvement on the accessories that preceded them, which dangled from a chain worn around the neck — didn’t help much as far as accuracy or portability. Focused on style over substance, the upper class frequently carried lavish pieces that ran hours behind. 

Eventually, watches migrated from owners’ pockets to their wrists. In the early days of watchmaking, watches were fragile enough that they necessitated protection from the elements. Now, wristwatches made of gold and steel can withstand the harshest climates — even 100 meters underwater, in the case of Rolex’s Submariner. Designer Gérald Genta, whose range of clients included Rolex, created for Audemars Piguet the first luxury sports timepiece to be made from stainless steel. First introduced in 1972, the Royal Oak was a perfect choice for blending the form and function that are now synonymous with sports watches.

Indeed, although exceedingly practical, the watches of today are far from bland. Bulgari’s iconic Serpenti watch was on everyone’s list after the collection’s bold bracelet, which technically debuted after the timepiece, graced the wrist of actress Elizabeth Taylor. If anything, elaborately crafted timepieces — the unmistakably boxy silhouette of Cartier Tank watches, the elegant and minimal Calatrava designed by legendary Swiss house Patek Philippe — are even more effective than the shape we associate with traditional watches. You’ll always know what time it is because you won’t be able to tear your eyes away from your new accessory. 

Form watches — the all-encompassing moniker bestowed upon non-round watches — are making headlines and completing contemporary fashionable ensembles the world over. At the same time, both casual fans and careful collectors are drawn to the unbeatable charm of vintage styles, such as the icons designed by Omega that even James Bond can’t resist

When shopping for a watch, it’s good to keep your needs as well as your specific personal style in mind: A smaller, subtle timepiece is a good fit for small wrists. When will you be wearing your new accessory? There’s a versatile model out there for everyday wear, while a rugged, feature-heavy watch is a safe bet if you’re prone to embarking on all-weather activities in the great outdoors. 

Find exactly what you’re looking for in an unparalleled collection of antique, vintage and luxury watches on 1stDibs that includes Cartier watches, Rolex watches, Patek Philippe watches and more — we promise it will be worth your time.

Questions About Geneva Watch
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Geneva mark on a watch is a seal that represents an exceptional level of quality. It is issued by a state-controlled independent bureau in Geneva. On 1stDibs, find a range of watches featuring a Geneva mark.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024
    Where Geneva watches are made varies. The name appears in elegant letters on the face of many watches: Geneva, or Genève, the name of the Swiss city known for producing some of the most impressive timepieces in the world. But its presence is far from a guarantee that your watch is reliable, high quality or even a product of Switzerland. Among luxury timepieces, however, there is a definitive certification for Geneva watches. The mark to look for is the Poinçon de Genève, referred to in English as the Hallmark of Geneva or the Geneva Seal. It’s reserved for mechanical watches made in the city of Geneva or within its canton (a region similar to a U.S. state) that adhere to superb traditional standards of craftsmanship. A watch with Geneva on its face but not bearing this hallmark may have originated in Geneva, Switzerland, or elsewhere. Explore a range of Swiss watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    The answer to the question of who makes Geneva watches depends on what you mean by the term Geneva watches. Some people refer to luxury timepieces made in Geneva, Switzerland, as Geneva watches. Some companies that produce timepieces in Geneva include Rolex, Patek Philippe, Baume et Mercier, Panerai, Piaget SA, Roger Dubuis and Vacheron Constantin. The Geneva Watch Group is also the name of a company that produces watches for various high-end brands. Among these Geneva watches are timepieces made by Kenneth Cole, BGBG Max Azaria, Cerutti 1881 and Saint Honoré. Explore a diverse assortment of watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 14, 2024
    To identify your Geneva watch, examine the serial and reference numbers. Authentic timepieces made in the watchmaking capital come with certificates of origin and conformity. A luxury watch made in Geneva will also have serial and reference numbers indicating, respectively, the particular watch’s date of production and model. These can be researched to determine if the information conveyed by the number matches the watch it’s engraved on.

    And just because a watch face includes the word Geneva, or Genève, this doesn’t guarantee that your watch is reliable, high quality or even a product of Switzerland. The vintage watch lovers of the world know that the mark to look for is the Poinçon de Genève, referred to in English as the Hallmark of Geneva or the Geneva Seal, reserved for mechanical watches made in the city or within its canton (a region similar to a U.S. state) that adhere to superb traditional standards of craftsmanship. The seal graces only the best watches. A limited number of the industry’s most revered houses, including Vacheron Constantin, Roger Dubuis, Chopard and Cartier, have facilities in Geneva and consistently submit watches for certification.

    Learn how to identify Geneva watches and find vintage watches for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Yes, Geneva watches are real gold. They're made with 14-karat gold and are never gold-plated.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    To tell if your Geneva watch is real, first refer to its Certificate of Origin and Conformity. Modern certificates include an identification code, which can be entered on the Geneva Seal website to verify the watch's authenticity. Some modern certificates also include a QR code that can be scanned with a smartphone to confirm authenticity. If you have a watch without an identification code or don't have the certificate, first examine the watch's movement. Genuine Geneva watches are known for the exceptional quality of their movements. This is one of the most critical aspects to consider when evaluating a potential purchase for authenticity. So, inspect your watch's work carefully for craftsmanship and precision. Next, examine the overall quality of the watch. Poorly crafted parts are a telltale sign of a fake. Use a loupe or magnifying glass to examine each component's material, craftsmanship and distinctive details. You can also seek the expert opinion of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of Geneva watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024
    No, Geneva isn't a real watch brand. However, the Geneva Watch Group is a real company that owns several watch brands, including Kenneth Cole, BCBG Max Azaria and Cerruti 1881. Geneva or Genève also appears in elegant letters on the faces of many watches produced by luxury watchmakers. Geneva is the name of the Swiss city that is known for producing some of the most impressive timepieces in the world. Watches that are made in Geneva carry a Poinçon de Genève hallmark. Shop a large collection of watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024
    Many watches are made in Geneva, Switzerland. The Swiss city is a major center for watch production and the home of numerous watch brands. Among them are Patek Philippe, Rolex, Breitling, Audemars Piguet, TAG Heuer, Vacheron Constantin and Omega. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Swiss watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    Whether Patek Philippe watches have the Geneva Seal on them depends on their age. Prior to the spring of 2009, all watches produced by the luxury Swiss watchmaker featured the seal, showing that they were manufactured in Geneva, Switzerland. Timepieces produced after that instead feature the Patek Philippe hallmark: two intertwined Ps positioned inside a shield. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of Patek Philippe watches.