Riviera GMT (65563)

The Baume & Mercier Riviera GMT 65563 stands out with its distinctive twelve-sided bezel and integrated steel design. It combines the Riviera’s 1970s identity with a GMT function, allowing the wearer to track a second time zone while keeping the watch practical for travel.

The Baume & Mercier Riviera GMT 65563 has a silver dial with Roman numerals, luminous hour markers, and a red-tipped GMT hand. The date sits at 6 o’clock. Its 40 mm stainless-steel case uses the Riviera’s distinctive twelve-sided shape and a smooth bezel. A sapphire crystal protects the dial. The watch comes on an integrated stainless-steel bracelet with a folding clasp.

The watch uses the Swiss ETA 2893-2 automatic movement. It has 21 jewels and runs at 28,800 vibrations per hour. The movement provides about 42 hours of power reserve. It displays the local time, a second time zone through the GMT hand, and the date. The movement also has hacking seconds and a quick-set date.

The Riviera began in 1973 as one of Baume & Mercier’s early steel sports watches. The original model used a twelve-sided case and a metal bracelet, which gave the collection its distinct identity. Baume & Mercier later developed several generations with different movements and designs. The Riviera GMT 65563 belongs to the early-2000s era of the collection, carrying the Riviera shape into a watch with a second-time-zone function.

The watch appears in very good condition. excellent condition. The case, bezel, and crystal look clean with no visible damage.

What do the different grading scores mean?

• BN 9.9: Brand new and unworn, with no signs of use.
• UN 9.5: Like new and unworn, but may lack original packaging or materials such as the box, links, tags, or bezel protector.
• LN 9.0: Like new and unworn, but only includes the watch without papers, box, or accessories.
• MT 8.5: Mint condition, lightly used with minor surface scratches or wear. Unpolished.
• VG 8.0: Moderately used, with scratches and one or two nicks on the case or crystal. Shows signs of polishing. The bracelet remains snug with minimal wear.
• GD 7.5: Shows signs of daily wear but is not abused, with noticeable polishing on the case. The bracelet shows clear signs of daily wear.

Watches with a rating below GD 7.5 are not listed for bidding to ensure that only high-quality timepieces are available to our members.