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Phillips Presents Universal Genève’s First Timepiece Following Its Revival

Phillips, in association with Bacs & Russo, announced the watches will be presented in the first auction for this year the Geneva Watch Auction: XXI, this event will showcase an extraordinary selection of nearly 200 rare and collectible timepieces, spanning both vintage and contemporary horology. we have mention some timepieces will be present in the auction in this article.

Waqt team got the chance to see the watches being presented in the auction. It was a wonderful meeting with Alexander Ghotbi who presented to us unique pieces there and told us the story behind each watch.

Glossary

Demantoid garnet

Demantoid garnet is a type of gemstone known for its vibrant green color and exceptional brilliance. It is a variety of garnet rich in calcium and iron, displaying intense green hues with a high level of dispersion. Demantoid garnet can be used as a gemstone for ornamentation in watch dials, bezels, or even in watch movements.


It’s lively green color adds a touch of elegance and luxury to the overall appearance of the watch. Demantoid garnet is highly valued in the gemstone market due to its rarity and unique visual characteristics, making it a sought-after choice for watchmakers aiming to create distinctive and visually appealing timepieces.