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Zenith Academy Georges Favre-Jacot 150th Anniversary Limited Edition

Partially verified

This Zenith Academy Georges Favre-Jacot was produced circa 2015 to celebrate the manufacture's 150th anniversary, issued as number 2 in a limited edition of 150 pieces. Cased in 18k rose gold with a 45 mm diameter, the manual-wind chronometer incorporates a fusée-and-chain transmission linked to a high-frequency constant-force movement. Its silver eggshell-finished dial features a large upper aperture exposing the barrel and fusée mechanism secured by polished bridges. Additional indications include central time, an off-centered running seconds subdial, and a power reserve sector.

Oblique front view of the 18k rose gold Zenith Academy Georges Favre-Jacot wristwatch showing the dial and open fusée-and-chain aperture.
Oblique front view of the 18k rose gold Zenith Academy Georges Favre-Jacot wristwatch showing the dial and open fusée-and-chain aperture. — Christie’s. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
onlineonly.christies.com
Category
Wristwatch · Constant force chronometer wristwatch
Maker / attribution
Zenith
Reference
Not recorded
Catalogue / lot identifier
120
Source-reported date
circa 2015
Country
Switzerland
Source-reported serial
2/150

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

Identity and Provenance

This timepiece is an Academy Georges Favre-Jacot model produced to commemorate the 150th anniversary of Zenith. It is part of a limited edition of 150 pieces, with this specific example marked 2/150.

The timepiece is associated with a circa 2015 production period. Included with the lot are Zenith-signed presentation materials, product literature, a warranty, and a certificate.

Evidence for this section
  • “ACADEMY GEORGES FAVRE-JACOT 150TH ANNIVERSARY”
  • “LIMITED EDITION 2/150”
  • “CIRCA: 2015”
  • “Zenith Inner & Outer Presentation Box, Product Literature, Warranty, Certificate.”

Case and Dial Construction

The watch features an 18k rose gold case measuring 45 mm in diameter. The case exhibits visible signs of daily wear on the bezel, lugs, and case sides. An original Zenith-signed pin buckle is present, which shows surface scratches.

The dial has a silver finish with an eggshell texture. A large aperture in the upper portion of the dial provides a view of the fusée-and-chain mechanism.

Evidence for this section
  • “CASE MATERIAL: 18k Rose Gold”
  • “CASE DIAMETER: 45MM”
  • “The case is in good condition with visible signs of daily wear on the bezel, lugs and case sides.”
  • “The original pin buckle is present, and shows signs of daily wear in the form of surface scratches.”
  • “DIAL: Silver with Eggshell Finish, Large Aperture to View Fusee Chain”

Mechanism and Indications

The watch is powered by a manual-wind movement featuring a fusée-and-chain transmission. The barrel is located at the 10 o'clock position of the dial, while the fusée and chain assembly are positioned between the 1 and 2 o'clock positions.

Time is displayed via central hands, supplemented by a small seconds sub-dial at the 9 o'clock position and a power reserve indicator located between 4 and 5 o'clock.

Evidence for this section
  • “MOVEMENT: Manual”
  • “The mechanism is attached to the barrel at the 10 o clock portion of the dial while the chain and Fusee live around the 1-2 o clock portion of the dial.”
  • “Small seconds counter positioned around 9 o'clock and a power reserve indicator located between 4 and 5 o'clock.”

Open research questions

  • What is the specific internal Zenith alphanumeric reference number for this model?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Zenith Academy Georges Favre-Jacot 150th Anniversary Limited Edition
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
Case material18k Rose Gold“CASE MATERIAL: 18k Rose Gold”
Case diameter45 mm“CASE DIAMETER: 45MM”
Case number2/150“CASE NO’: 2/150”
Dial descriptionSilver with Eggshell Finish, Large Aperture to View Fusee Chain“DIAL: Silver with Eggshell Finish, Large Aperture to View Fusee Chain”
Movement typeManual“MOVEMENT: Manual”
FunctionsPower Reserve, Small Seconds, Constant Force Escapement“FUNCTIONS: Power Reserve, Small Seconds, Constant Force Escapement”
Strap StatusExcluded from sale“This endangered species strap is shown for display purposes only and is not for sale. Upon sale, the strap will be removed.”

Visible details

  • Large upper dial opening displaying the fusée and chain assembly supported by two steel bridges.
  • Blued central hands accompanied by matching blued subdial hands.
  • Small seconds counter positioned around 9 o'clock and a power reserve indicator located between 4 and 5 o'clock.

Research qualifications

  • Specific alphanumeric model reference number is not provided in the cataloguing.
  • The displayed leather strap is noted as for display only and removed upon sale.

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

Consulted source

ZENITH, ACADEMY GEORGES FAVRE-JACOT 150TH ANNIVERSARY, 18K ROSE GOLD, HIGH FREQUENCY CONSTANT FORCE CHRONOMETER WITH FUSEE CHAIN TRANSMISSION, LIMITED EDITION 2/150, | Christie’s

Reviewed 2026-10-22 · Record 0d944203ac

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