Gérald Genta Gefica G.3149.7

Gérald Genta Ref. G.3149.7 A fine, scarce and extremely collectible yellow gold perpetual calendar wristwatch with moon phase, lapis dial, mother of pearl sub-dials and butterfly buckle with integrated compass

Manufacturer : Gérald Genta Year : Circa 1990 Reference No : G.3149.7 Case No : 45438 Model Name : Gefica Material : 18K yellow gold Calibre : Automatic, cal. 889/1, 33 jewels Bracelet/Strap : 18K yellow gold Gerald Genta bracelet, max length 190mm Clasp/Buckle : 18K yellow gold Gerald Genta compass deployant clasp Dimensions : 36mm Diameter Signed : Case, dial, movement and clasp signed Originally introduced in 1984, the Gérald Genta Gefica allegedly comes from the private request of three safari hunters, accordingly named Geoffroy, Fissore et Canali. The aggregation of the first two letters of each of the hunter’s names spells the name Gefica. Conceived as an ultra-high end sports watch, the present Gerald Genta perpetual calendar features a drop dead gorgeous lapis dial adorned with mother of pearl sub-dials. In 18K yellow gold, both the case and bracelet feature a frosted finish for non reflectivity. Furthermore, the butterfly buckle present on the bracelet curiously showcases a fully functioning compass, most probably an homage to the original purpose intended for this model, hunting. Finally, inside the timepiece is made alive thanks to the automatic caliber 889/1, quite the peculiarity as most versions were available with a quartz movement. So rare is this combination that it renders the timepiece possibly unique as most versions are in quartz or in bronze, steel or without a bracelet. Preserved in excellent overall condition, featuring strong hallmarks with a beautiful lapis and mother of pearl dial, the present Gerald Génta Gefica is certainly a must have for the discerning collector of unique and fascinating timepieces.