This rare and very elegant Universal Genève "Cioccolatone" 106545 from the 1950s impresses with its striking rectangular shape and luxurious aesthetics. Its name - known as "Cioccolatone" - refers to the soft, rounded square shape of the case, which is reminiscent of a piece of fine chocolate.
The solid 18-carat yellow gold case with a wide faceted bezel measures approx. 32 mm in width and looks very present on the wrist thanks to its harmonious proportions. Particularly noteworthy is the deep and razor-sharp engraving of the reference number and serial number on the case back - a strong indication that the watch has been preserved unpolished.
The deep black galvanic dial in combination with the applied gold hour indices, the classically elegant Dauphine hands and the applied UG logo create a fascinating contrast and a particularly luxurious look. The clear lines and harmonious design make the watch appear timelessly modern - a prime example of mid-century elegance.
An extremely rare collector's item that impresses with its design and condition - and makes a true style statement on the wrist of a style-conscious woman or an elegant man with its combination of black dial and gold case.
Condition report
Dial: perfect condition - applied yellow gold baton hour markers - dauphine hands - signed "swiss".
Case: 18k yellow gold case in great condition - slight signs of wear - clearly legible reference and serial number on the back - correct unsigned crown - dimensions: approx. 27x32mm, lug-to-lug: 33mm.
Movement: manually-wound caliber Universal Genève 332 - Values on the timegrapher: rate: +6s/day, amplitude: 294, beat error: 0.3.
Case number: 1791xxx
Int.Exe.: 66726