Omega De Ville 551.0057 (1972)

Now available at auction from Second Vintage A classic vintage ladies automatic, this 1972 Omega De Ville pairs a beautifully preserved silver sunburst dial with the reliable mechanical performance of the caliber 661. The watch delivers a refined aesthetic that highlights Omega's dedication to elegant, dress-oriented designs during the era. Brand: Omega Model: De Ville Reference Number: 551.0057 Serial Number: 34181450 Movement: Automatic, Caliber 661 Dial: Silver sunburst with applied black baton indices Case Size: 18 mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Gold-plated, stainless steel caseback Production Year: 1972 Condition: Good vintage condition. Timegrapher: +35+37s/day, running strong and steady. Dial and Hands The dial presents a striking silver sunburst finish that remains in excellent, well-preserved condition. Applied black baton indices provide clear contrast and are fully intact, complemented by crisp, complete typography. The matching black stick hands share this excellent condition, exhibiting a clean surface with no visible corrosion or damage. There is no visible spotting, staining, or moisture damage across the dial layout. Case and Crystal The gold-plated case features an 18 mm profile that displays honest wear consistent with its age. Observations include moderate wear and visible plating loss on the edges of the lugs, alongside light surface scratches throughout the case body. The gold-tone crown is signed with the Omega logo and shows wear consistent with the rest of the case. The stainless steel caseback remains in good condition. The watch is fitted with a flat acrylic crystal, which remains clear but exhibits minor surface scratches visible under direct light, with no deep cracks or chips. Movement Inside is the Omega automatic caliber 661, a clean copper-colored movement engraved with its twenty-four jewels and adjustment to two positions. The rotor and bridges show no significant wear, oxidation, or corrosion, while the screws and jewels appear in good condition. The timegrapher recorded a rate of +35+37s/day. Performing well within expected vintage tolerances; running strong and steady. Strap The watch is fitted with a black leather strap that offers a classic and serviceable presentation. It shows signs of light use and creasing. Condition Good vintage condition. The gold-plated case displays honest wear, including light surface scratches and plating loss on the lug edges. Conversely, the dial and hands remain in excellent, well-preserved condition with no visible moisture damage or spotting. The stainless steel caseback is in good shape, and the acrylic crystal shows only minor surface scratches. Supported by the timegrapher result of +35+37s/day, the movement is performing well within expected vintage tolerances; running strong and steady. Dimensions The case measures 18 mm in diameter, excluding the crown. Remarks This De Ville offers a highly legible and well-preserved dial configuration paired with a signed Omega crown. Powered by the 24-jewel automatic caliber 661, it represents a highly functional and handsome example of 1970s Omega design. History The Omega De Ville collection officially separated from the Seamaster family in 1967. By establishing its own distinct line, Omega allowed the De Ville to focus entirely on refined, dress-oriented watches. This 1972 ladies model reflects that dedicated design language, offering an elegant aesthetic backed by capable mechanical engineering. / Second Vintage SKU: OME-DVX-0001