Vintage Universal Genève, Coin-edge case, Ref. 542101, Cal. 1-42 from 1970's

This 1970s Universal Genève dress watch is a prime example of minimalist Swiss elegance. A clean, slim, and well-proportioned piece, it’s housed in a gold-plated coin-edge case and paired with a beautifully preserved gold-tone dial — no patina, no spotting, just a perfectly intact surface with a soft vertical brushing that plays subtly with light.

The dial features baton hour markers and slim stick hands, in keeping with the understated design language Universal Genève embraced post-Genta. The watch runs on the hand-wound Caliber 1-42, a reliable and precise movement that keeps excellent time.

Model Ref. 542101, this watch speaks to the quiet refinement UG was known for beyond its famous chronographs. While collectors know the brand for the Compax, Tri-Compax, and Polerouter, these time-only pieces offer timeless wearability with genuine horological pedigree.

CASE:

• Gold-plated, with coin-edge bezel

• Case size: 31mm 

• Reference: 542101

• 1970s vintage

• Excellent condition

MOVEMENT:

• Universal Genève Caliber 1-42

• Mechanical, hand-wound

• Running and keeping time well

DIAL:

• Brushed gold-tone dial in perfect condition

• Baton markers and slim stick hands

• Signed Universal Genève

• Minimalist and elegant aesthetic