Universal Genève Golden Shadow Date Ref. 167102 Watch, Yellow Gold Case, Champagne Dial, Automatic
Universal Genève Golden Shadow Date Ref. 167102 Watch, Yellow Gold Case, Champagne Dial, Automatic
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A vintage Golden Shadow Date by Universal Genève, in a yellow gold case with a champagne dial and a date window at three.
The Piece
Universal Genève was founded in Le Locle in 1894 and later made its home in Geneva, and the Golden Shadow is one of its best-known dress watches.
The champagne dial carries slim baton markers and a date window at three, and the case has the soft, rounded lines of the period. The automatic movement was adjusted before sale and ran about 17 seconds a day fast when laid flat.
The case is 33 mm (1.30 in) across and fits a wrist of 15.5 to 19.5 cm (6.1 to 7.7 in). The strap and its gold-plated buckle are not original.
Details
- Maker: Universal Genève
- Model: Golden Shadow Date Automatic, ref. 167102
- Material: Yellow gold case (karat not stated), plastic crystal, leather strap, gold-plated buckle
- Movement: Automatic
- Measurements: Case diameter 33 mm (1.30 in); fits a wrist of 15.5 to 19.5 cm (6.1 to 7.7 in)
- Colour: Yellow gold; champagne dial; dark brown strap
- Fastening: Pin buckle
- Included: Watch only
Condition
- Grade AB in Japan: good, with light signs of wear.
- The dial shows ageing, the plastic crystal has small scratches, and part of the serial number on the case has worn away. The strap and buckle are replacements.
Condition grade AB (light signs of use) on the Japanese scale; see Japanese condition ranks, explained.
Authenticity & Care
Case and caseback engravings, dial printing, movement, crown and bracelet are examined together and documented in Japan before dispatch. Every piece carries the Japonista authenticity guarantee. Keep it away from magnets and damp, and have it serviced by a qualified watchmaker before regular wear.
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