The
Swiss watch and clock industry appeared in Geneva in the middle of the 16th
century. 1541 reforms banning the wear of jewels forced the goldsmiths and other
jewelers to turn into a new independent craft : watch making. By the end of the
century, Genevan Swiss watches were already reputed for their high quality. In
1601 Swiss watch makers created the Watchmakers' Guild of Geneva, the first to
be established anywhere. If you do not find the exact ladies Swiss watch you're looking
for in our listings please visit our
Swiss watch dealers.
