Now available at auction from Second Vintage
Offering quintessential 1970s Constellation styling, this Omega features a distinctive square case profile paired with an integrated bracelet. The vertically brushed silver-tone dial provides a striking backdrop for the applied black-insert indices, making this a highly wearable and characteristic example of the era's design language.
Brand: Omega
Model: Constellation
Movement: Automatic
Dial: Vertically brushed silver-tone with applied black-insert indices
Case Size: 34mm (excluding the crown)
Case Material: Gold-tone
Production Year: 1970s
Condition: Good vintage condition. Timegrapher: +1+4s/day with strong amplitude, performing remarkably well.
Dial and Hands
The vertically brushed silver-tone dial is well-preserved, presenting an attractive texture. It features an applied Omega logo and indices, which are detailed with black inserts. The printed text remains crisp and intact, showing minimal signs of aging or spotting. An inner fluted or reeded bezel ring is positioned under the crystal and remains well-preserved with no visible damage. The original stick hands also feature black inserts matching the indices, displaying expected age-related surface oxidation and minor debris on the metal surfaces.
Case and Crystal
The gold-tone square case features a brushed top and sides contrasted by polished bevels, retaining its distinctive 1970s geometry with honest wear consistent with age. Observations include moderate surface wear, light scratches, and some softening of the edges. The caseback displays the classic Constellation observatory medallion in good condition. A winding crown is present and shows some wear. The flat crystal is clear, exhibiting no significant visible scratches or chips.
Movement
The watch is powered by an automatic movement. Exhibiting remarkable accuracy and consistency, performing brilliantly for a vintage timepiece. The timegrapher records a rate of +1+4s/day with strong amplitude.
Strap
The watch is fitted with its original signed bracelet. This integrated gold-tone bracelet features a signed clasp with an applied Omega logo. It shows normal signs of use, including moderate wear, scratches, and some plating loss on the links. The bracelet accommodates a maximum wrist size of 20cm.
Condition
Good vintage condition. The dial is excellently preserved with minimal aging, while the original hands show visible oxidation. The gold-tone case and integrated bracelet display moderate wear, light scratches, some softening of the edges, and areas of plating loss on the links. Supported by the recorded timegrapher result, the movement is performing very strongly.
Dimensions
The case measures 34mm (excluding the crown).
Remarks
This Constellation is notable for its attractive vertically brushed dial and applied black-insert indices. The classic observatory medallion on the caseback and the original signed Omega clasp complete a highly cohesive 1970s package.
History
The Omega Constellation line has long been associated with precision and refined design. During the 1970s, the collection embraced the era's evolving aesthetic trends, moving toward bold geometric shapes and integrated bracelets. These designs reflected a departure from the traditional round cases of the 1950s and 1960s, offering a substantial presence on the wrist while maintaining the model family's premium positioning.
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SKU: OME-CAX-0002















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Omega - Constellation Chronometer 'Serviced' - No reserve price - Men - 1970-1979
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