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F.P. Journe Centigraphe Souverain

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The F.P. Journe Centigraphe Souverain is a mechanical chronograph wristwatch featuring a 40mm pink gold case with a thickness of 10mm. The dial is finished in a salmon tone, consistent with the pink gold case material, and incorporates three sub-dials with blue and red hands and black numerals. The movement is the proprietary manual-wind Calibre 1506, which contains 30 jewels and a central mainspring architecture designed to deliver power independently to the centième-de-seconde (foudroyante) hand, allowing the measurement of time intervals down to 1/100th of a second. The model was introduced in 2007 and was awarded the Aiguille d’Or at the 2008 GPHG. Production continued until 2018. The watch is fitted with a black leather strap featuring tonal stitching. All technical and historical information is provided as attributed to the original seller.

F.P. Journe Centigraphe Souverain on the wrist showing the salmon dial and chronograph pushers.
F.P. Journe Centigraphe Souverain on the wrist showing the salmon dial and chronograph pushers. — Zamanito. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
zamanito.com
Category
Wristwatch · Chronograph wristwatch
Maker / attribution
F.P. Journe
Reference
Not recorded
Catalogue / lot identifier
Source URL identifies the listing
Source-reported date
2007–2018
Source-reported place
سوئیس

Source-reported attribution and specifications are not independent authentication. A listing does not establish present ownership, current display, availability or permission to reproduce.

Object description

Case and Dial

The Centigraphe Souverain is constructed with a 40mm pink gold case, measuring 10mm in height. The exterior features an AU750 hallmark. The dial displays a salmon coloration, matching the gold of the case, and serves as the background for three specific timing registers.

The timekeeping and chronograph functions are indicated by a combination of blue steel and red hands, paired with black numerals for visibility. The layout is configured to support the display of the centième-de-seconde functionality alongside standard timekeeping.

Evidence for this section
  • “قطر قاب این ساعت ۴۰ میلی‌متر و ضخامت آن تنها ۱۰ میلی‌متر است”
  • “صفحه ساعت از طلای صورتی هماهنگ با قاب ساخته شده و سه شمارنده ویژه سنجش زمان را به همراه عقربه‌های آبی و قرمز و اعداد مشکی در خود جای داده است”

Movement and Functionality

The watch is powered by the proprietary Calibre 1506 movement. This movement utilizes a 30-jewel configuration and features a specific central mainspring structure. This architectural choice enables the independent transmission of power to the 1/100th of a second hand, often referred to as the foudroyante.

The technical construction of the movement is visible through a transparent case back, revealing gold-toned plates and decorative finishing. The caliber is designed specifically for the high-frequency measurement requirements of the Centigraphe model.

Evidence for this section
  • “کالیبر انحصاری 1506 با ساختار طلایی و جزئیات تزیینی دقیق قابل مشاهده است”
  • “این موتور مجهز به ساختار منحصربه‌فرد فنر اصلی مرکزی است که انتقال نیروی چرخ‌دنده‌ها را به طور مستقل برای عقربه صدم‌ثانیه (فودرویان) میسر می‌سازد.”

History and Significance

The Centigraphe Souverain model was introduced in 2007. Its engineering, specifically the capability to measure 1/100th of a second, resulted in the timepiece receiving the Aiguille d’Or prize at the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG) in 2008.

The watch remained in production for eleven years until 2018. It is categorized within the F.P. Journe collection as a development in contemporary mechanical chronograph design.

Evidence for this section
  • “مدل Centigraphe Souverain نخستین بار در سال ۲۰۰۷ میلادی به جامعه ساعت‌شناسی معرفی شد”
  • “این شاهکار فنی تا سال ۲۰۱۸ در خط تولید این ساعت‌ساز مستقل قرار داشت”

Open research questions

  • What is the specific production year of this individual movement and case?
  • Has the watch undergone any factory service or modifications since its original production date?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for F.P. Journe Centigraphe Souverain
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
MakerF.P. Journe“F.P. Journe”
ModelCentigraphe Souverain“Centigraphe Souverain”
Case MaterialPink Gold“طلای صورتی (Pink Gold / AU750)”
Case Dimensions40mm diameter, 10mm thickness“قطر قاب این ساعت ۴۰ میلی‌متر و ضخامت آن تنها ۱۰ میلی‌متر است”
MovementCalibre 1506“کالیبر انحصاری 1506”
Jewel Count30“تعداد سنگ‌ها: ۳۰ سنگ”
Award2008 Aiguille d’Or“مفتخر به دریافت جایزه معتبر سوزن طلا (Aiguille d’Or) در رقابت‌های بین‌المللی GPHG گردید”

Visible details

  • Salmon-colored dial with three registers
  • Pink gold case with AU750 hallmark on case back
  • Blue steel chronograph hands
  • Calibre 1506 movement visible through display back

Research qualifications

  • Service history is not documented
  • Original packaging and documentation status is not mentioned

Photograph identity and source facts were screened before import; rights clearance remains pending.

Consulted source

ساعت مچی F.P. Journe مدل Centigraphe Souverain از طلای صورتی با صفحه سالمون

Reviewed 2026-11-02 · Record 4c99592ee5

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