Gerald Genta Gefica Calendar Moon
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
1990's
This Gerald Genta Gefica Calendar Moon wristwatch is produced in 18K yellow gold, measuring 33mm in diameter and 44mm in length including lugs. The watch features a dark, textured dial with a moon phase indicator positioned at 12 o'clock, a date sub-dial at 3 o'clock, a day indicator at 9 o'clock, and a GMT function at 6 o'clock.
The hour markers are dot indices treated with luminous material, matching the stick-shaped hands. The timepiece is powered by a Gerald Genta quartz movement, identified as caliber 606, which contains 10 jewels. It is presented on a black strap accompanied by an 18K yellow gold Gerald Genta buckle. Case engravings indicate the reference number G 2940 and serial number 38265. The auction description reports the condition as good, with no accompanying box or papers.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Type
- Calendar watch with moon phase
- Maker
- Gerald Genta
- Model
- Gefica Calendar Moon
- Movement
- Quartz caliber 606 with 10 jewels
- Case Markings
- G 2940 4 38265
- Case Material
- 18K yellow gold
- Place recorded
- Switzerland
- Movement Origin
- Swiss
- Maker / attribution
- Gerald Genta
Design
- Visible features
- • Textured surface on the dial • Beaded or coin-edge detailing on the case bezel • Sub-dial at 6 o'clock labeled with a 24-hour scale • Blue-toned circular moon phase disc at 12 o'clock
- Dial and Complications
- The watch features a dark, textured dial, described as having a round shape. It is equipped with four sub-dials: the 12 o'clock position hosts a moon phase complication, while the 3 o'clock position tracks the date. The 9 o'clock position provides day-of-the-week indication, and the 6 o'clock sub-dial is designated for GMT functionality. The hour markers are applied dots with luminous inserts, complemented by stick-shaped hands that also incorporate luminous material. The moon phase aperture is set within a blue disc marked with 'gerald genta' and 'Genève'. The overall dial surface exhibits a distinctive granular texture.
- Movement and Equipment
- The movement is a Gerald Genta branded quartz caliber 606, which utilizes 10 jewels. This electronic movement powers the calendar and GMT functions displayed on the dial. The watch is accompanied by an original Gerald Genta strap in black, fitted with an 18K yellow gold buckle signed by the brand. The auction description notes that the timepiece is sold without original box or papers.
- Case and External Features
- The watch case is constructed from 18K yellow gold and exhibits a 33mm diameter excluding the crown, with an overall lug-to-lug length of 44mm. The bezel displays a decorative, textured edge, often referred to in related collections as a coin or beaded edge. The exterior case back is engraved with the model name 'Gefica' along with the reference number 'G 2940' and the serial number '38265'. The interior case back markings include references to the brand, material purity, and model reference.
Identification
- Reference
- G 2940
- Serial number
- 38265
- Source note
- Facts transcribed from the linked source listing or collection record. Attribution and specifications are source-reported and have not been independently authenticated.
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.
Research required
- Research required: The source refers to the dial material as 'meteorite' without further technical specification or provenance
- Research required: The attribution of the dial color as 'blue' in the text appears to contrast with the visual appearance of the textured black dial in the photographs