Omega Constellation Chronometer CD 168 0056 (1971)

Now available at auction from Second Vintage A beautifully preserved example of Omega's 1970s Constellation, this timepiece stands out for its exceptionally clean vertically brushed silver dial and crisp gold-tone observatory medallion. Brand: Omega Model: Constellation Reference Number: CD 168 0056 Serial Number: 33851569 Movement: Omega Caliber 1011, 23 Jewels, Automatic Chronometer Dial: Vertically brushed silver and champagne with applied indices and date window Case Size: 35 mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Gold-tone, stainless steel caseback Production Year: 1971 Condition: Excellent vintage condition. Movement serviced on 1 September 2026. Timegrapher: -15-17s/day, performing remarkably well. Dial and Hands The vertically brushed silver and champagne dial is exceptionally clean and well-preserved. Applied indices with black inserts are fully intact, complementing the crisp printed text that shows no visible loss. A clean date window is positioned at 3 o'clock. The matching dauphine hands feature black inserts and present a clean surface finish with minimal signs of oxidation, remaining visually consistent with the dial furniture. Case and Crystal The gold-tone case and stainless steel caseback display honest vintage wear with preserved geometry. Moderate surface scratches and handling marks are visible on the polished flanks, while the edges remain generally well-defined. The caseback features a crisp gold-tone observatory medallion showing minor wear. The watch is fitted with a signed gold-tone Omega crown displaying well-defined fluting. A clear domed acrylic crystal protects the dial, free from any significant scratches, crazing, or cracks. Movement Inside is the automatic Omega Caliber 1011, a 23-jewel chronometer movement adjusted to five positions and temperature. The copper-colored plating is bright and clean, showing no visible corrosion, oxidation, or significant tool marks. Both the rotor and bridges are well-preserved, and the engravings are crisp and fully legible. The timegrapher records -15-17s/day. Exhibiting remarkable accuracy and consistency, performing brilliantly for a vintage timepiece. The movement was serviced on 1 September 2026. Strap The watch is fitted with a black textured leather strap featuring contrast stitching. It shows light wear and creasing from use, complementing the dial handsomely. Condition Excellent vintage condition. The movement was serviced on 1 September 2026 and, supported by the recorded timegrapher result, is performing very strongly. The dial and hands are exceptionally clean and well-preserved. The gold-tone case displays moderate surface scratches and handling marks on the polished flanks, maintaining generally well-defined edges and a crisp caseback medallion. The domed acrylic crystal is clear. Dimensions The case measures 35 mm (excluding the crown). Remarks This Constellation offers an exceptionally clean vertically brushed dial paired with a chronometer-certified Omega Caliber 1011 movement in excellent visual condition. The crisp gold-tone observatory medallion and preserved case geometry make it a highly attractive example from 1971. History The Omega Constellation has long been recognized for its precision and elegant design. By the early 1970s, the line had evolved into the distinctive C-shape case geometry, housing highly capable automatic chronometer movements like the Caliber 1011. These timepieces represent a defining era of Omega's production, combining robust mechanical performance with refined, dress-oriented aesthetics. / Second Vintage SKU: OME-OCC-0027