Lake Geneva the lake is "Lacus Lemannus", dating from Roman times; "Lemannus" comes from Ancient Greek "Limenos Limne" (Λιμένος Λίμνη) meaning "port's lake"; it became "Lacus Lausonius", although this name was also used for a town or district on the lake, "Lacus Losanetes", and then the "Lac de Lausanne" in the Middle Ages. Following the rise of Geneva it became "Lac de Genève" (translated into English as "Lake Geneva"). In the 18th century, "Lac Léman" was revived in French and is the customary name in that language. In contemporary English, the name "Lake Geneva" is predominant. A note on pronunciation: Lake Geneva
Geneva Seal are defined according to the NIHS standard 95-11 ( a/k/a ISO 3159) for chronometers. 3 These bulletins are obtained through the Geneva office of COSC. The watches having successfully undergone the rate tests can claim the title chronometer. The regulations on the voluntary inspection of watches from Geneva, of April 5, 1957, is repealed. Apart from the Geneva Seal, some watches carry the name "Geneva" or "Genève" on their dials. The use of the name Geneva on a watch dial is governed by the "Bureau de contrôle des Montres de Genève". To wear this badge, a watch must be a