Omega Constellation 18K Day Date 1968

Description

In almost new condition this is the iconic top of the range Omega Constellation, from 1968 in solid 18ct solid yellow gold, and in a large size 36mm diameter case, not including the Omega Crown. The watch has the Omega Constellation emblem on the back which is crisp only very lightly worn. It also has a screw-back case with seal in place (originally) making it water resistant to 30 metres*.

The Dial

An astonishingly good original dial in mint condition and yet untouched and unrestored, mint textured Silver White Dial – with raised gold OMEGA logo + name Constellation, Automatic Officially Certified Chronometer at 12 o’clock – below 6 – ‘Swiss Made’ at bottom. Raised, applied gold batons with black inserts – the original gold hour, minute and sweep seconds hands are in excellent condition – the glass is clear and in new condition. Please take a close look at the photos of this fabulous dial… note any imperfections are caused by the camera and lighting. This is a perfect original dial.

The Case

The superb condition, lightly polished 18ct solid Gold case with waterproof screw down back* – measures approx 42mm lug to lug and 35mm diameter not including the Omega signed crown – Inside the case back bears the Omega Watch Co. triangle and name OWC 18 along with two Geneva hallmarks for 1968. One of the lugs also bears an 18K hallmark – The case carries the reference numbers 168819.

The case has been professionally cleaned and polished and has no scratches or marks or dents of any kind. The back has the famous Constellation logo which is in highly original, lightly worn condition – See photos for details of this superb case, especially the Constellation on the back. This is usually worn to a lesser or greater degree and is often missing completely. Here it is distinct and crisp.

*Originally specified as Water Resistant to 30 metres. This has not been tested and is not guaranteed.

The Movement

Omega copper-toned calibre 751 Automatic, looks pristine – Twenty Four 24 jewels – serial number 26180686 which denotes the date of manufacture as 1968 – The movement winds, runs & sets smoothly and is in very good working order, keeping good time – Signed Omega Watch Co Swiss – Twenty Four 24 jewels – and Cal. 751 Adjusted 5 Positions.

This watch has just been fully overhauled and serviced by our Omega guru and it is calibrated to run arrow straight within + or – 5 second / day! This is no exaggeration. We have seen the test results from an electronic watch test instrument and in its half wound state this watch is running accurately within 5 seconds per day!.

The Strap and Buckle

The watch is complimented with a very high quality original Omega leather strap – with an original 18ct Omega buckle!!

Box and Papers

This watch comes with an original vintage Omega presentation box as shown. And although there are no original papers, the watch will then be supplied with a detailed written receipt and 12 months warranty*. A separate written valuation for insurance purposes will also be included.

In Conclusion

You will be so pleased you bought this watch! Overall it is in superb condition and cannot be faulted. If you would like to buy a Classic, Vintage, 18ct gold Omega Constellation this one ticks all the boxes. And it comes with an original box, and it even comes 12 months guarantee!

Delivery is free within the UK and we charge only £45 for world-wide delivery via DHL or TNT.

*12 Warranty is only applicable if the list price is paid.

For more information, please call 020 7727 7095 or 07515949250

We are able to take part-exchanges.