Omega - De Ville - Sans prix de réserve - 196 0312.1 - Homme - 1990

Offered in this auction by Second Vintage This classic 1990s Omega De Ville presents a refined dress watch aesthetic defined by its pristine white dial and ultra-thin stainless steel profile. The timepiece carries a unique personalized history through a dated 1990 caseback engraving, offering collectors a well-preserved and elegant dress watch powered by the reliable Omega Caliber 1430 quartz movement. Brand: Omega Model: De Ville Reference Number: 196 0312.1 Serial Number: 535188 Movement: Quartz, Omega Caliber 1430 Dial: Clean white and silvered surface with applied gold-tone baton indices Case Size: 34mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Stainless Steel Production Year: 1990 Condition: Excellent vintage condition. Dial and Hands The pristine and elegant dial features a remarkably clean white and silvered surface that provides an ideal backdrop for the applied gold-tone baton indices. Crisp printing details the Omega branding and the Swiss Made designation at the bottom, while a neatly framed date window sits at the three o'clock position. The well-preserved gold-tone stick hands display a clean finish with no visible oxidation, complementing the markers perfectly. Case and Crystal The ultra-thin stainless steel case offers a highly refined profile on the wrist, framed by an integrated polished steel bezel. The polished surfaces and bezel display light surface and hairline scratches consistent with honest wear. A gold-tone ribbed crown sits flush against the case side, operating the time and date functions. The flat crystal remains clear with no significant visible scratches or chips. Turning the watch over reveals a personalized history through an engraving on the caseback exterior reading '1990.5.20 N to Y', while the inner caseback is properly marked 'ACIER INOXYDABLE'. Movement Powering this De Ville is the Omega Caliber 1430 quartz movement, marked with six jewels and the Swiss V8 designation. The caliber is visually clean, showing no visible signs of battery leakage or corrosion, and carries the correct Omega and unadjusted engravings along with the 255 411 marking. Strap The watch is fitted with a brown leather strap featuring contrast stitching that complements the dial elements. The strap shows moderate wear from use and is secured by a standard gold-tone buckle. Condition Excellent vintage condition. The dial and hands are exceptionally well-preserved, remaining entirely pristine with clean surfaces and crisp printing. The stainless steel case and polished bezel show light surface and hairline scratches indicative of honest vintage wear, alongside the personalized caseback engraving. The quartz movement is visually clean, and the leather strap exhibits moderate wear. Dimensions The case measures 34mm in diameter, excluding the crown. Remarks This De Ville represents a highly wearable dress watch with an incredibly crisp dial presentation. The combination of the ultra-thin steel case, gold-tone accents, and reliable Omega quartz caliber makes it a versatile and elegant addition to any collection. History The Omega De Ville collection originated in the 1960s as a subset of the Seamaster line before becoming its own distinct family of elegant dress watches. By the 1980s and 1990s, the De Ville range focused heavily on ultra-thin profiles and refined aesthetics, often utilizing high-quality quartz calibers to achieve sleek case proportions. These models prioritized sophisticated design and reliable timekeeping, offering a distinguished alternative to Omega's more robust sports watches during the era. / Second Vintage SKU: OME-ODV-0096