La Montre Royale de Genève Gem-Set Cocktail Watch
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
1979
This ladies' cocktail watch by La Montre Royale de Genève, dated to 1979, features an 18-jewel manual-wind movement. The watch is defined by a circular dial integrated into a geometric composition of coral and onyx, embellished with brilliant-cut diamonds.
The dial assembly is framed by fine ropetwist detailing and sits within a polished case, which includes a snap-on back. The piece is fitted with a basket-weave bracelet, which bears the maker's mark 'JPE' for the bracelet maker Jean-Pierre Ecoffey. The watch exhibits a coral-accented crown. The dial, case, and movement are signed by the manufacturer. The case measures 33mm in diameter, and the total length of the piece is 19.2cm.
It carries London hallmarks corresponding to the 1979 date. The total gross weight is approximately 70.5 grams, with the watch head contributing to this weight.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Type
- Gem-set cocktail watch
- Maker
- La Montre Royale de Genève
- Movement
- 18-jewels manual wind
- Hallmarks
- London hallmarks for 1979
- Total length
- 19.2cm
- Bracelet Maker
- Jean-Pierre Ecoffey
- Place recorded
- Switzerland
- Case dimensions
- 33mm diameter
- Maker / attribution
- La Montre Royale de Genève
Design
- Condition Report
- The auction house reports that the glass crystal is free of observed scratches and that the coral and onyx plaques do not show signs of damage. The brilliant-cut diamonds are described as bright. The bracelet shows minor signs of wear consistent with age, and the overall condition is described as good, with the movement appearing clean at the time of inspection. The watch was observed to be in running condition at the time of the auction cataloguing.
- Visible features
- • Geometric dial arrangement using contrasting coral and onyx • Rope-twist decorative border surrounding the central dial • Basket-weave bracelet construction with 'JPE' maker's mark • Coral-accented winding crown
- Design and Materials
- The circular dial is arranged with sections of coral and onyx, creating a stark visual contrast. Brilliant-cut diamonds are set in a chevron-like formation across the dial, extending outwards to the bezel. A fine ropetwist detail encircles the central dial area, providing a textured frame against the polished case finish. The watch is accompanied by a distinctive basket-weave bracelet, an element identified as a production of The winding crown is finished with a small coral inset, maintaining the material theme of the watch face. The total gross weight of the timepiece is approximately 70.5 grams.
- Movement and Signatures
- The watch is powered by an 18-jewel manual-wind movement. The auction documentation states that the dial, case, and movement are all signed by La Montre Royale de Genève. The case carries specific identifying numbers, recorded as 58956 and 5729, and is further validated by London hallmarks dating the object to 1979.
Identification
- Serial number
- 58956 & 5729
- 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 movement has not been tested for accuracy or power reserve duration
- Research required: Importation of materials such as coral may be subject to international trade restrictions