Montre Royale de Genève

La Montre Royale is one of the more discreetly intriguing names to emerge from Geneva in the post‑war period. Founded in the early 1960s, the brand distinguished itself through jewellery‑focused watchmaking, favouring precious materials and bold design over technical experimentation. By the 1970s, its aesthetic was defined by textured gold surfaces, sculptural bracelets, gem‑set dials and hard‑stone elements, fully in step with the era’s glamour. This vision was further reinforced after 1973, when the brand was acquired by the British jeweller and case‑maker Roy King, under whose ownership it became associated with particularly lavish creations.

Produced in the 1970s, the present watch is a fine expression of this philosophy. Housed in a rectangular 18k white‑gold case, it features a diamond‑ and sapphire‑set dial that elevates the timepiece to a true object of adornment. Powered by a manual‑winding movement, it is fitted with its original La Montre Royale de Genève white‑gold mesh bracelet, underscoring the integrated, jewellery‑like character of the design.

Preserved in appealing overall condition, the watch retains strong definition to the case and bracelet. Rarely encountered on the market, it represents a compelling opportunity to acquire an authentic and expressive example of 1970s Geneva jewellery watchmaking, combining rarity, elegance and unmistakable period character.