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Omega Cosmic Ref. 2606-8 Triple Calendar Moon-Phase

ProbableCredible evidence exists but classification is not fully established.

Record status

Individual type · partial

Period

1954

Maker / issuer

Omega

This mid-century Omega Cosmic reference 2606-8 wristwatch features a two-tone construction comprising a 14k rose gold-plated bezel and lugs paired with a stainless steel case measuring 35 mm in diameter.

Its silvered dial is configured for the Iranian market, displaying Eastern Arabic hour markers, a peripheral blue date ring indicated by a central blue hand, and Persian calendar discs for the day and month apertures. The bottom subdial integrates running seconds with a moon-phase complication. Powering the watch is the manual-winding Omega calibre 381 movement. According to an accompanying archive extract, the watch was produced on September 24, 1954, and subsequently delivered to Iran.

Evidence at a glance

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Catalogue references
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Technical characteristics

Type
Triple calendar moon-phase wristwatch
Calibre
Cal. 381
Diameter
35 mm
Reference
2606-8
Case Material
14k rose gold-plated and stainless steel
Place recorded
Switzerland
Movement Number
12’878’951
Production Date
September 24, 1954
Maker / attribution
Omega

Design

Visible features
• Silvered dial with Eastern Arabic numeral hour markers and blue painted date ring • Rose gold leaf-shaped hour and minute hands paired with a blued steel date pointer • Dual calendar apertures positioned above the centre arbor and a combined subdial with moon-phase disc at 6 o'clock • Two-tone case design with rose-gold-toned bezel and curved lugs contrasting with the steel case flank
Dial Configuration
The silvered dial features Eastern Arabic numeral hour markers and calendar indications in the Persian language. A peripheral blue date ring is present, paired with a central blue date hand. Calendar apertures for the day and month are positioned above the center arbor, while the 6 o'clock subdial displays the moon-phase.
Movement and Provenance
The watch is powered by a manual-winding Omega Calibre 381. An accompanying extract from the Omega archives confirms a production date of September 24, 1954, and subsequent delivery to Iran. The movement is noted as functional and ticking, though the source recommends a service.
Construction and Case Specifications
This timepiece features a two-tone construction measuring 35 mm in diameter, comprising a 14k rose gold-plated bezel and lugs with a stainless steel case. The dial features rose gold-toned leaf-shaped hands. According to the condition report, the case has been refreshed and the caseback polished, though the piece is reported to retain its proportions.

Identification

Reference
2606-8
Serial number
12’878’951
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 displayed alligator strap is for exhibition only and is replaced upon sale
  • Research required: Movement and caseback interiors are not shown in the provided photograph
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