Origins and period
Besançon, France
Founded by Henry Louis Belmont in 1948
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Yema
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Yema in watchmaking
French watchmaker Henry Louis Belmont founded Yema in Besançon in 1948. The company became known for purpose-designed sports watches connected with diving, motor racing, aviation, sailing, polar exploration, and French space missions.
Landmark dates
- Founding and first production
- Important movement or model launch
- Expansion, merger, revival, or modern milestone
Known for
Superman dive watches, Rallygraf, Yachtingraf, Flygraf, Wristmaster, French space watches, and modern French movement development.
Movements and innovation
Calibres, escapements, case construction, water resistance, electronic or quartz development, manufacturing methods, patents, and specialist suppliers.
Identification checklist
- Reference and serial numbers
- Movement calibre and jewel count
- Case material and dimensions
- Dial, hands, crown, crystal, bracelet, and inscriptions
Preservation guidance
Service considerations, originality, replacement parts, water-resistance assumptions, safe storage, and details that should be documented before restoration.
References and credits
Official manufacturer history, museum or archive sources, technical sheets, books, catalogues, advertisements, image credits, and provenance notes.