1945 Universal Geneve Calendar - Ref. 11305
An incredibly well preserved triple quantieme.
WHY IS THIS WATCH SPECIAL
The Calendar is a quintessential complicated watch from Universal Genève; with its balanced dial and very curved spider handles, this watch has maintained its timelessness flawlessly. This particular model boasts a striking 35mm case with it's original dial, the exactly same combination as in the Universal Genève archives.
THE STORY
Universal Genève has been on the up and up over the past few years and it's easy to see why. The Calendar range of complicated watches was presented for the first time on the 21 augustus 1943 in Geneva and quickly became a hit. The Swiss manufacture consistently produced beautiful complicated watches such as this Calendar with three subsidiary dials, moonphase and gold hands. This example feature a perfect balance of elegance and refinement.
THE DATA
- Maker: Universal Genève
- Model: Calendar Moonphase 18k Yellow Gold
- Reference: 11305
- Case N°: 1186xxx
- Year: 1945
- Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold
- Dimentions (WxHxT): 35x43x10mm
- Caliber: In House UG 291
- Bracelet/Strap: Black leather
- Lug width: 17mm
- Box/Papers: N/A
THE IMPORTANT DETAILS
This watch is in incredibely good condition for its age. The 18k solid gold case is extremely well preserved and has never been repolished. The champagne unrefinished dial is stunning. This is a great vintage , elegant and rare. Witness of an era with it's curved spider lugs, it has a nice presence on the wrist an can be worn daily andfor all occasions.
