Omega - De Ville - No reserve price - 196 0317.1 - Men - 1980-1989

Now available at auction from Second Vintage This classic 1980s Omega DeVille draws the eye with its attractive vertically textured gold-tone dial and classic cushion case geometry. Complete with a distinctive green cabochon crown, it offers a refined and highly wearable vintage aesthetic. Brand: Omega Model: DeVille Reference Number: 196 0317.1 Serial Number: 39112815 Movement: Quartz, Omega caliber 1430 Dial: Gold-tone with vertical textured finish and applied baton indices Case Size: 30mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Gold-plated (20 microns) top, stainless steel back Production Year: 1980s Condition: Good vintage condition. Dial and Hands The gold-tone dial features a prominent vertical textured finish that interacts beautifully with the light. Applied baton indices mark the hours, accompanied by a neatly framed date window located at 3 o'clock. The dial surface remains clean and well-preserved, showing no visible staining or damage. Dark stick hands provide strong contrast against the textured background, maintaining a clean finish with no visible oxidation to ensure excellent legibility. Case and Crystal The cushion-shaped case features a gold-plated top and a stainless steel back, presenting an elegant profile on the wrist. The case displays honest wear consistent with age, including visible scratches and handling marks on the polished surfaces. Some plating wear is visible on the lug edges and case flanks. A gold-tone crown set with a green cabochon insert completes the side profile, bearing no visible brand signature. The flat crystal remains clear, with no significant scratches or chips visible over the dial. Movement Inside the case sits the Omega caliber 1430, a 6-jewel quartz movement. The caliber is clearly engraved with the Omega signature, caliber number, and Swiss origin markings. The movement maintains a clean appearance, showing no visible corrosion or battery leakage. Strap The watch is paired with a brown leather strap featuring contrast stitching. The strap shows light wear and complements the gold-tone case nicely. Condition Good vintage condition. The dial and hands are exceptionally well-preserved, remaining clean and highly legible. The case exhibits honest wear consistent with age, notably visible scratches and handling marks on the polished surfaces, alongside some plating wear on the lug edges and flanks. The crystal is clear, and the quartz movement presents cleanly with no visible corrosion. Dimensions The case measures 30mm (excluding the crown). Remarks The striking vertical texture of the dial paired with the dark stick hands provides excellent legibility and visual interest. The distinctive cabochon crown and classic cushion case make this Omega DeVille a charming and highly wearable vintage dress watch. History The Omega DeVille line has long been positioned as the brand's elegant, dress-oriented collection. During the 1980s, Omega embraced quartz technology, producing slim and reliable calibers to power their refined dress watches. This era of DeVille models often featured classic case shapes and textured dials, reflecting the sophisticated design language of the decade and offering reliable performance in a formal package. / Second Vintage SKU: OME-DXX-0010