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Frédérique Constant

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Frédérique Constant photographs

Archive photographs are captioned only from details visible in the image. Exact references and production dates remain open until case, movement, and serial markings can be compared.

Frédérique Constant archive photograph
Frédérique Constant open-heart wristwatch with Roman numerals, guilloché-style dial details, date display, and leather strap.
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Frédérique Constant complication in a warm-toned case, with a visible regulating mechanism and classically proportioned dial.
Frédérique Constant archive photograph
Two Frédérique Constant open-heart watches illustrating the collection’s traditional Roman-numeral styling and varied dial colors.
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Origins and period

Geneva, Switzerland
Established 1988; first collection 1992

Historical overview

Frédérique Constant in watchmaking

Aletta and Peter Stas developed Frédérique Constant around accessible Swiss luxury and later expanded into manufacture movements.

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Landmark dates

  • Founding and first production
  • Important movement or model launch
  • Expansion, merger, revival, or modern milestone
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Known for

Classical design, manufacture calibres, Heart Beat displays, and accessible complications.

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Movements and innovation

Calibres, escapements, case construction, water resistance, electronic or quartz development, manufacturing methods, patents, and specialist suppliers.

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Identification checklist

  • Reference and serial numbers
  • Movement calibre and jewel count
  • Case material and dimensions
  • Dial, hands, crown, crystal, bracelet, and inscriptions
Collector section

Preservation guidance

Service considerations, originality, replacement parts, water-resistance assumptions, safe storage, and details that should be documented before restoration.

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References and credits

Official manufacturer history, museum or archive sources, technical sheets, books, catalogues, advertisements, image credits, and provenance notes.