Omega - Genève - No reserve price - 566.036 - Women - 1971

Offered in this auction by Second Vintage The Omega Genève collection represents a pivotal era in the brand's history, offering refined, everyday timepieces equipped with robust in-house calibers. This ladies' model beautifully captures the design ethos of the early 1970s, combining a versatile stainless steel case with the mechanical sophistication of an automatic movement. It stands as a testament to Omega's commitment to producing high-quality, reliable watches for women during a period of significant horological transition. Brand: Omega Model: Genève Reference Number: 566.036 Serial Number: 33301283 Movement: Omega Caliber 684 Automatic Dial: Silver sunburst dial with applied indices, exhibiting visible scattered spotting and age-related patina Case Size: 25 mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Stainless Steel Production Year: 1971 Condition: Good vintage condition with honest wear and distinct dial character Dial and Hands The watch features a classic silver dial with a subtle sunburst finish. It is appointed with applied faceted steel indices featuring black inserts, complemented by an applied Omega logo at the twelve o'clock position. A framed date aperture sits cleanly at three o'clock. Upon close inspection, the dial exhibits visible scattered spotting, surface marks, and age-related speckling throughout, most notably around the central pinion and the right hemisphere. The original black baton hands and sweep seconds hand show visible aging and moderate finish wear consistent with the life of the timepiece. The dial text remains fully legible, including the Genève script and the Swiss Made designation at the bottom. Case and Crystal The 25 mm stainless steel case presents a charming tonneau-style profile with integrated-looking lugs. The case retains a clear distinction between its brushed upper surfaces and polished flanks, showing normal handling marks, light scratches, and honest wear consistent with its age. The watch is fitted with a domed acrylic crystal that displays light surface wear. The original scalloped crown is correctly signed with the Omega logo. The screw-down caseback, cleanly engraved with the word waterproof, opens to reveal the factory reference numbers stamped cleanly on the inner caseback. Movement Powering this timepiece is the Omega Caliber 684, a compact and reliable automatic movement designed specifically for ladies' watches. The movement displays Omega's signature copper-toned finish and is clearly stamped with the caliber number and the serial number 33301283, securely dating the watch to 1971. The rotor and bridges present cleanly in the photographs, maintaining the authentic mechanical character of the era. Strap The watch is fitted with a period correct black leather strap featuring a subtle textured pattern, secured by a standard stainless steel pin buckle. Condition This timepiece is preserved in good vintage condition. The stainless steel case remains structurally sound with well-defined lines and moderate surface wear. The dial presents clear visual evidence of its age, with noticeable spotting and patina that collectors of honest vintage pieces often appreciate. The movement is visibly intact and retains its factory finishing. Dimensions The case measures 25 mm in diameter, excluding the signed crown. Remarks This Omega Genève is a highly wearable and mechanically engaging vintage ladies' watch. Its honest presentation and reliable automatic caliber make it a charming addition for an enthusiast looking to appreciate a genuine piece of 1970s horology. History First introduced in 1953, the Genève name was originally reserved for Omega's top-tier watches manufactured to exacting standards in Geneva. By the late 1960s and 1970s, the Genève line had evolved into the brand's most diverse and popular collection, offering an incredible variety of case shapes and dial designs. These watches made Omega's legendary in-house movements accessible to a wider audience, cementing the brand's reputation for producing durable, stylish, and highly capable everyday timepieces for both men and women. / Second Vintage SKU: OME-OAG-0003