Omega - Genève - No reserve price - ST 511.756 - Women - 1972

Presented for auction by Second Vintage This elegant ladies' timepiece perfectly captures the sophisticated essence of 1970s horological design. With its graceful oval silhouette and minimalist aesthetic, this Omega represents an era when feminine watches were crafted with the same mechanical rigor and attention to detail as their larger counterparts. Offering a seamless blend of mid-century style and reliable Swiss engineering, this watch stands as a beautiful testament to timeless elegance. Brand: Omega Model: Genève Reference Number: ST 511.756 Serial Number: 34115377 Movement: Manual-winding, Omega Caliber 485, 17 Jewels Dial: Exceptionally clean silver dial with black printed typography and indices, showing outstanding preservation Case Size: 16 mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Stainless Steel Production Year: 1972 Condition: Excellent vintage condition with a remarkably pristine dial and sharp case lines Dial and Hands The silver-toned dial features a delicate, smooth matte finish that has been beautifully preserved over the decades. It displays crisp black printed baton hour markers that provide striking contrast and excellent legibility against the light background. The iconic Omega emblem and brand typography are flawlessly printed in black at the twelve o'clock position, perfectly balanced by the elegant Genève script in the lower half and the Swiss Made designation at the bottom edge. A careful inspection reveals that the dial remains exceptionally clean, entirely free from notable spots, staining, or moisture damage, presenting a fresh and highly attractive aesthetic. The matching black baton hands are pristine and well-preserved, completing the minimalist and sophisticated visual harmony of the face. Case and Crystal The stainless steel case features a distinctive vertical oval profile with elegantly integrated hooded lugs that create a seamless flow into the strap. A visual inspection reveals a sophisticated interplay of factory finishes, with beautifully brushed top surfaces contrasting against highly polished case flanks. The case lines remain sharp and well-defined, showing only honest, light handling marks consistent with careful wear over the years. The original Omega-signed crown features sharp scalloping and the classic embossed logo, remaining in excellent shape for daily winding. The watch is fitted with a domed acrylic crystal that protects the dial and presents cleanly, with no deep scratches or distracting scuffs visible, allowing for an unobstructed view of the pristine dial beneath. The solid stainless steel caseback exhibits a neat horizontal brushed finish and remains in superb condition. Movement Housed within this elegant timepiece is the beautifully copper-finished Omega Caliber 485 manual-winding movement, featuring 17 jewels. The movement is visibly clean and well-preserved, bearing the serial number 34115377, which dates the watch precisely to the early 1970s. The internal caseback correctly displays the reference ST 511.756, confirming the structural authenticity of the piece. Exhibiting remarkable accuracy and consistency, performing brilliantly for a vintage timepiece. The timegrapher records a deviation of +14 to +18 seconds per day. Strap The watch is presented on a period-correct black leather strap featuring an elegant crocodile-grain texture. The strap is supple and complements the sophisticated monochromatic aesthetic of the silver dial and black accents perfectly. It is secured by a classic polished stainless steel pin buckle that suits the delicate proportions of the watch. Condition Graded as excellent vintage condition. This Omega Genève stands out due to its exceptionally well-preserved dial, which shows no signs of detrimental aging, spotting, or print loss. The stainless steel case retains its factory-intended finishes with crisp transitions between the brushed and polished surfaces, displaying only minor, age-appropriate wear that does not detract from its beauty. The movement is exceptionally clean and functionally robust, making this a highly collectible and wearable vintage ladies' timepiece. Dimensions The case measures an elegant 16 mm in width, excluding the signed Omega crown. The compact and vertically elongated oval profile ensures a graceful and unobtrusive presence on the wrist, perfectly sized for classic and refined ladies' styling. Remarks This timepiece represents a wonderful opportunity to acquire a mechanically sophisticated and visually pristine ladies' Omega. The combination of the reliable in-house Caliber 485, the flawless silver dial, and the distinctive oval case shape makes it an excellent addition to any vintage collection or a thoughtful acquisition for an enthusiast of classic horology. History The Omega Genève collection was introduced in the mid-twentieth century as a tribute to the brand's sophisticated workshops in Geneva, Switzerland. By the late 1960s and early 1970s, the Genève line had expanded to include a wide array of dynamic and elegant designs, catering to a modernizing world with an appetite for fresh shapes. Ladies' models from this era, particularly those featuring uniquely shaped cases and robust in-house manual-winding movements, showcase Omega's commitment to delivering both high fashion and uncompromising mechanical quality in beautifully compact proportions. / Second Vintage SKU: OME-OGX-0062