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Universal Genève Ref. 22279 Tri Compax Stainless Steel - stainles steel, silvered dial
Universal Genève Ref. 22279 Tri Compax Stainless Steel - stainles steel, silvered dial
Universal Genève Ref. 22279 Tri Compax Stainless Steel - stainles steel, silvered dial
Universal Genève Ref. 22279 Tri Compax Stainless Steel - stainles steel, silvered dial
Universal Genève Ref. 22279 Tri Compax Stainless Steel - stainles steel, silvered dial - back
Universal Genève Tri Compax Stainless Steel - movement
Universal Genève Tri Compax Stainless Steel - caseback

Universal Genève Ref. 22279 Tri Compax Stainless Steel

€ 15 000
Sold under the margin scheme

Discover the Universal Geneve Ref. 22279, an unusual and exceedingly rare timepiece, celebrated for its excellent condition. This watch artfully combines a triple calendar, moon phases, and a chronograph within a stainless steel, three-part case, featuring a snap-on back and crown, and squared-shaped pushers. The incredible silver dial, highlighted with tritium indexes and hands, stands out as a rare and highly sought-after configuration among collectors. This Universal Geneve model exemplifies the brand's prowess in creating sophisticated, multifunctional timepieces that resonate with collectors and enthusiasts around the globe.

The watch is accompanied by our certificate of authenticity and legitimate provenance

Technical Card

Brand: Universal genève

Reference: 22279

Material: Stainless Steel

Movement: Manual winding Cal. 481

Model: Tri-Compax

Series: N/A

Year: 1950

Function: Triple Calendar, Moon phases and Chronograph

Case Diameter: 36mm

Case Thickness: 12mm

Bracelet: Strap

Conditions: Excellent

Dial:
Original and attractive silver dial, window for the Month, Day and Moon phases, black graphics with arabic tritium numeral indexes and "Alpha" steel hands. Outer Tachimeter scale in blue.

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In the 1950’s this watch presented the most appreciated complications that could be found on a wristwatch, one of the complex watches available in that time.

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