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Lot 329
Omega. A fine, rare and large 18K gold hinged single button chronograph wristwatch with enamel dial
SIGNED OMEGA, ANTI-MAGNÈTIQUE, MOVEMENT NO. 5'585'171, CASE NO. C494524, MANUFACTURED IN 1926
Closed10 November 2014
Price Realised
CHF 18,750
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Specialist note
With Omega Extract of the Archives confirming production of the present watch in 1926 and its subsequent delivery to Italy on 7 January 1926.
The present watch is a rare example of early twentieth century Omega production. It impresses the beholder with its condition and a number of captivating characteristics: its striking size, well beyond what was the norm of the time for wristwatches; the wonderfully preserved enamel dial with its vibrant blue and red scale; the unusual 6 o' clock chronograph button; and its intriguing military feel.
The present watch is a rare example of early twentieth century Omega production. It impresses the beholder with its condition and a number of captivating characteristics: its striking size, well beyond what was the norm of the time for wristwatches; the wonderfully preserved enamel dial with its vibrant blue and red scale; the unusual 6 o' clock chronograph button; and its intriguing military feel.