Universal Genève Ref. 142136 Watch, Yellow Gold, Champagne Dial, Mesh Bracelet, Manual Winding
Universal Genève Ref. 142136 Watch, Yellow Gold, Champagne Dial, Mesh Bracelet, Manual Winding
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A Universal Genève dress watch in yellow gold, with a champagne dial, Roman numerals and an integrated woven mesh bracelet.
The Piece
Universal Genève was founded in Le Locle, Switzerland, in 1894. It was long admired for slim dress watches and chronographs.
The champagne dial carries Roman numerals under a plain round bezel, and the case flows into a fine woven mesh bracelet of the same yellow gold. The movement is wound by hand. The watch is offered as found, and it is not water resistant.
The case is 31 mm (1.22 in) across, and the bracelet fits a wrist up to 17 cm (6.7 in). No box or papers are included.
Details
- Maker: Universal Genève
- Model: Ref. 142136
- Material: Yellow gold case and woven mesh bracelet
- Movement: Manual winding; not water resistant
- Measurements: Case diameter 31 mm (1.22 in); fits a wrist up to 17 cm (6.7 in)
- Colour: Yellow gold; champagne dial
- Fastening: Folding clasp
- Included: Watch only
Condition
- Grade B in Japan: fair, with visible signs of use.
- Signs of wear are present, and the watch has not been serviced.
Condition grade B (visible 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.
Delivery from Japan
Packed by hand in Japan and shipped insured and tracked by EMS or an equivalent express service. Import duties and taxes, where applicable, are payable on arrival. Every sale is final; please ask anything before you buy, and see our published policy.
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