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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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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...
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Vintage 1950s British Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Universal Geneve, Automatic 14K Yellow Gold Men's Wrist Watch
By Universal Genève
Located in Point Richmond, CA
UNIVERSAL GENEVE, AUTOMATIC 14K YELLOW GOLD MEN’S WRIST WATCH, CIRCA: 1970 CASE MATERIAL: 14k Yellow Gold CASE SIZE: 33mm round x 5.2mm thick CRYSTAL: Acrylic. MOVEMENT NUMBER: Unk...
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Vintage Universal Geneve 04971 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Watch Pendant Necklace
By Universal Genève
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Universal Geneve Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold Length: 28.00 Inches Chain Width: 2.20 mm Weight: 36.83 Grams Ladies Universal Geneve 18K yellow gold single ...
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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

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 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

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