Omega Constellation Automatic Chronometer
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
1969
Maker / issuer
OmegaThis Omega Constellation wristwatch, produced in 1969, features a cushion-shaped case crafted from 18K yellow gold. It is an automatic, chronometer-rated timepiece measuring 36 mm by 33.5 mm with a thickness of 9 mm.
The watch utilizes the caliber 1001 movement, a copper-colored mechanism with 20 jewels, a straight-line lever escapement, and a monometallic balance adjusted for five positions and temperature. The dial is gold-toned, equipped with applied yellow gold and black baton indexes, center seconds, and a date aperture. The watch is presented with a two-body case that is brushed and polished, featuring straight lugs, a flat bezel, and a screwed-down case back embossed with the Constellation logo.
The hands are black and yellow gold baton style. The dial, case, and movement are signed by the maker.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Type
- Automatic wristwatch with date
- Movement
- Caliber 1001
- Condition
- Grade A
- Reference
- 166.056/168.042
- Dimensions
- 36 x 33.5 mm
- Case material
- 18K yellow gold
- Place recorded
- Switzerland
- Movement number
- 29044830
- Date of manufacture
- 1969
- Maker / attribution
- Omega
Design
- Case and Dial
- The watch is housed in a cushion-shaped, two-body case constructed from 18K yellow gold. The exterior surfaces are brushed and polished, complemented by a flat bezel and straight lugs. A screwed-down case back is present, featuring the embossed Constellation logo. The dial is gold in color, finished with applied yellow gold and black baton indexes and an outer minute division. An aperture for the date is integrated into the design. Time is displayed via black and yellow gold baton hands, with an applied gold Omega logo positioned at the top of the dial. The dial is signed.
- Visible features
- • Case features a brushed and polished finish • Dial includes a date aperture at the 3 o'clock position • Case back includes an embossed Constellation logo • Black and gold baton style hands
- Movement and Escapement
- The watch operates on the Omega caliber 1001 movement. This is a self-winding, copper-colored mechanism containing 20 jewels. The technical specification includes a straight-line lever escapement, a shock absorber, and a self-compensating flat balance spring. The movement is further equipped with a monometallic balance that is adjusted to five positions and temperature. An index regulator is included within the assembly. The movement is officially certified as a chronometer and is signed by the manufacturer.
- Condition and Attribution
- The watch is described as fine and in 'Grade A' overall condition. According to the auction description, the specific components are graded as follows: the case is ranked as 3, the movement as 3*, and the dial as 3-01. The hands are noted as original to the watch. Signatures are present on the dial, the case, and the movement.
Identification
- Reference
- 166.056/168.042
- Serial number
- 29044830
- Source note
- Facts transcribed from the linked source listing or collection record. Attribution and specifications are source-reported and have not been independently authenticated.
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.
Research required
- Research required: The auction description recommends an overhaul for the movement
- Research required: Movement condition is listed as 3* Good