At Geneva Watch Days 2026, Frederique Constant is expanding two of its established collections with new mechanical offerings that bring together classic watchmaking and contemporary design. The Classics Moneta makes its first move into hand-wound mechanics, while the Highlife collection gains two new Manufacture models featuring a moon-phase display and pointer date. Together, the new releases add mechanical movements and traditional complications to two distinct sides of the Frederique Constant collection.
The Classics Moneta Goes Mechanical
Since its launch in 2024, the Classics Moneta has established itself as a distinctive part of the Frederique Constant collection. Its name refers to the finely fluted inner edge of the rehaut, whose coin-like appearance gives the elegant timepiece its signature character. Until now, the slim ladies’ watch has relied exclusively on quartz technology. Following the Classics Moneta Solarmetre introduced in June 2026, Frederique Constant is now taking the collection in a mechanical direction for the first time with the new Classics Moneta Handwinding, unveiled during Geneva Watch Days 2026.
Since its launch in 2024, the Classics Moneta has established itself as a distinctive part of the Frederique Constant collection. Its name refers to the finely fluted inner edge of the rehaut, whose coin-like appearance gives the elegant timepiece its signature character. Until now, the slim ladies’ watch has relied exclusively on quartz technology. Following the Classics Moneta Solarmetre introduced in June 2026, Frederique Constant is now taking the collection in a mechanical direction for the first time with the new Classics Moneta Handwinding, unveiled during Geneva Watch Days 2026.
The 38.5mm stainless-steel case frames a smoky salmon-coloured dial with a fine-grained surface and a subtle gradient that darkens towards the periphery. Applied, polished hour markers and Dauphine hands stand out against the richly textured background, while the small seconds at 6 o’clock remains a defining feature of the Moneta design. The absence of a date further contributes to the balanced, uncluttered appearance.
Hand-Wound Calibre with 63 Hours of Power Reserve
The new Moneta is powered by the FC-435, a specially adapted hand-wound movement supplied by La Joux-Perret. Based in La Chaux-de-Fonds, the movement manufacturer, like Frederique Constant, belongs to the Citizen Group. Operating at 28,800 vibrations per hour, the calibre offers a power reserve of 63 hours. A sapphire crystal caseback provides a view of the movement, whose plate is decorated with Geneva stripes and the Frederique Constant logo.
Completing the refined look is a black alligator leather strap. The limited edition is restricted to 999 pieces and priced at ₹2,45,000 (approx.).
Highlife Moonphase Date Manufacture
Frederique Constant is also adding two new interpretations to its Highlife collection with the Highlife Moonphase Date Manufacture. They combine the contemporary, sporty-elegant character of the line with two traditionally styled complications: a moon-phase display and a pointer date. Both versions feature a 39 mm stainless-steel case and are available with either a rosé-toned champagne dial or a deep blue dial. Each is supplied with a Saffiano leather strap and a bracelet, the latter echoing the alternating polished and satin-brushed finishes of the case. Water resistance extends to 100 metres.
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The dials take a particularly distinctive approach to the sunray finish. Rather than radiating from the center, the pattern emanates from the moon-phase display positioned at 6 o’clock, drawing attention to the watch’s principal complication. Against a dark background, the display presents a detailed representation of the moon accompanied by small stars. The pointer date is integrated into the same composition, while Superluminova on the hands and applied hour markers ensures clear legibility after dark.
Manufacture Caliber with 72 Hours of Power Reserve
Inside, the Highlife Moonphase Date Manufacture is driven by Frederique Constant’s automatic FC-716 manufacture caliber. Operating at 28,800 vibrations per hour, the movement provides a 72-hour power reserve. This is made possible by a newly developed mainspring crafted from a special alloy and an optimised barrel. The movement can be admired through the sapphire crystal case back, revealing decoration including perlage and Geneva stripes. The Highlife Moonphase Date Manufacture retails for ₹5,25,000.
Images: Courtesy Brand
This story first appeared on watchtime.com and has been edited before publishing here
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