Vintage Universal Genève Altesse Watch — White Dial (1970s)
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Lifetime authenticity guarantee
Serviced movement & 1 year warranty
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Universal Genève Altesse — The refined dress watch of a great manufacture
This Universal Genève Altesse watch embodies the art of the dress watch according to one of the most respected Swiss manufactures of the 20th century. Founded in Genève, Universal Genève is among the great historic houses of watchmaking, and the Altesse line represents its purest expression: a fine, understated, and timeless dress watch.
The white lacquered dial is a model of minimalist elegance: black Roman numerals run around the full perimeter, surrounding the house’s signature “U” logo and the cursive Altesse mention. No date, no subdial — only two slender hands and the purity of an immaculate dial. Readability is crisp, character expressed through restraint.
The 31mm stainless steel case, slim and refined, houses a hand-wound movement — that daily gesture cherished by lovers of traditional mechanics. The ultra-thin profile makes the piece particularly elegant under a cuff, true to the dress vocation of the collection.
Mounted on a stainless steel Milanese mesh bracelet, supple and refined, this vintage Swiss watch is equally suited to a man’s or a woman’s wrist. A prestigious manufacture piece, selected, authenticated, and serviced by Atelier Victor. Fast and secure international shipping.
Three points to note about this piece
- Universal Genève, one of the great historic Swiss manufactures, Altesse line: the dress watch in its most refined form.
- White lacquered dial with Roman numerals, “U” logo and Altesse signature — dressed minimalism without date or subdial.
- Case in fine steel, 31mm, hand-wound, Milanese mesh bracelet — Unisex format and ultra-thin profile.
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Technical specifications
- Brand: Universal Genève
- Model: Altesse
- Estimated year: 1970s
- Origin: Switzerland (Swiss Made)
- Gender: Men's and women's watch (Unisex)
- Movement: Manual winding
- Functions: Hours, minutes
- Case: Steel, round shape
- Case back: Steel
- Dimensions: 31mm (32.3mm with crown)
- Lug to lug: 37mm
- Thickness: 7.6mm (Crystal included)
- Lug width: 16mm
- Crown: Steel, original
- Dial: White lacquered with black Roman numerals, original
- Hands: Steel baton, original
- Crystal: Acrylic, excellent condition (9/10)
- Bracelet: Stainless steel Milanese mesh, adjustable, original
- Buckle: Steel buckle, original
Condition and warranty
- General condition: Very fine condition. Immaculate original white lacquered dial, steel case in fine condition, Crystal in excellent condition (9/10).
- Water resistance: Not guaranteed (vintage watch)
- Authenticity: Lifetime guarantee
- Mechanical: Serviced movement, guaranteed for 1 year
- Included: Atelier Victor invoice, protective case
- Not included: Original box and papers
Frequently asked questions
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Is Universal Genève a prestigious brand?
Yes. Universal Genève is one of the great historic Swiss manufactures of the 20th century, renowned for its chronographs (Compur, Tri-Compax) as well as its dress watches. The Altesse line is its most understated and elegant expression. -
Is the dial original?
Yes. The white lacquered dial, its black Roman numerals, the logo and the Altesse signature are original, with no intervention or re-gilding. Its purity is factory-original. -
How does the hand-wound movement work?
The piece has neither battery nor automatic rotor. It is enough to wind the crown each day to keep it running — a gesture appreciated by lovers of traditional mechanics. The movement has been serviced and is guaranteed for 1 year. -
Is this watch suitable for a man or a woman?
Both. With its slim 31 mm case, it is a Unisex piece: a typical dress format of the era, worn equally well on a masculine or feminine wrist, and particularly elegant under a cuff. -
What is the international delivery time?
Dispatch within 48 hours, worldwide delivery in 3 to 5 days via DHL Express, insurance included.
Mechanical warranty — 1 year
Each watch is inspected by our watchmakers before shipping. In case of a mechanism malfunction during the first year, we cover the repair.
Authenticity warranty — lifetime
If a watch turns out to be non-authentic, we will take it back and refund you in full. Without time limit.
What is not covered
- Exposure to water or humidity
- Shocks, impacts, or vibrations
- Consumable parts (strap, Crystal, crown, pushers)
- Battery replacement (quartz movements)
- Opening or disassembly of the watch by a third party
- Improper use
The accuracy of vintage watches varies according to the model, movement, and year of production. A request for accuracy improvement deemed within acceptable tolerances cannot be covered by the warranty.
Shipping fees
After-sales service is free. Shipping fees outside the United Arab Emirates remain the responsibility of the customer.
Authentication Process
Each watch is examined by our partner watchmakers before being offered for sale: verification of authenticity, checking the conformity of the components, identification of any modification or replacement of original parts.
If any element has been replaced during the life of the watch (dial, hands, crown, Crystal, strap), we systematically indicate it in the product sheet. You buy knowing the exact history of your piece.
Certificate of Authenticity
Your Atelier Victor invoice serves as a certificate of authenticity: it attests to the origin and conformity of the piece, and is covered by our lifetime authenticity guarantee — if a piece sold by Atelier Victor were found to be non-authentic, it would be fully refunded, with no time limit.
We accept several payment methods:
- Bank card (Visa, Mastercard — American Express not accepted)
- Bank transfer (AED, EUR, USD)
- Cryptocurrency (USDT, USDC)
- PayPal
Other currencies accepted upon request. Exchange fees of approximately 3% may apply.
A 3% discount is granted for any payment by bank transfer starting from €1,000.
Does the strap not suit you? Add the strap of your choice to your order: we will fit it to your watch before shipment, at no fitting charge.
International Shipping
Shipped within 48 to 72 business hours by DHL Express or an equivalent carrier depending on the destination. Delivery in 2 to 6 business days. Each shipment is insured and delivered against signature.
- Free delivery from €1,000 of purchase, as well as on the Jewelry Atelier Victor
- Tracking number sent as soon as the shipment is dispatched
- For certain destinations, delivery may be made to a secure collection point in order to guarantee the integrity of the shipment
Pickup in Dubai
Hand delivery by appointment in Downtown, Dubai. Make an appointment.
Taxes and Customs
The shipping origin is indicated on each product sheet. If the delivery country differs from the shipping country, customs duties and taxes may apply upon receipt, at the buyer's expense. In exceptional situations, customs checks may extend the delivery time, regardless of our wishes and those of the carrier.
For full details, please consult our shipping policy.
FINAL SALES
All sales are final: no return, exchange, or cancellation is accepted after order confirmation. Each piece is authenticated, inspected, and described in detail before being offered for sale.
BEFORE PURCHASE
Our advisors remain at your disposal for any questions and can send you additional photographs or videos upon simple request, by email or on WhatsApp.
NON-CONFORMING ITEM
In the exceptional case of an item that does not match its listing, please notify us within 72 hours: it will be eligible for a refund or an exchange. If the parcel shows damage upon delivery, it should be refused or its opening filmed continuously.
For full details, please consult our return policy.
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