The Gerald Genta designed classic C cased Omega Constellation, with a solid 18k gold case. Model reference 168.0009.
HOW DO WE DATE THIS WATCH?
From the serial number on the movement we can accurately date this watch to being made in 1967. This model was introduced in the 1966 International collection according to Omega’s own website.
CONDITION
This watch is not the very best example on the market, but it is far from the worst and attractively priced for a solid gold Constellation. The case does have various marks and wear, but it is not polished and more collectors prefer honest watches to over polished watches. The textured dial is nice, and the black hands make it easier to read. The movement is Omega calibre 564, a 24 jewel chronometer rated automatic movement with quick set date. This works by pulling the signed crown out an extra stage, as shown in the video. The leather strap is a new Geckota oiled vintage style, and could be swapped for a different colour if preferred – we used the brown one for the photos and the black one for the video, to show how different the watch looks on either strap. Originally the watch may have come on an 18k gold bracelet, and this has been replaced over the years – you can see witness marks where the bracelet touched the case.
This watch will be supplied with our branded presentation box and our Certificate of Authenticity.
Please see the HD video for more detail. All photos and videos are part of the description and are of the actual watch unless mentioned. We do not photoshop any pictures, and the images are copyright of birthyearwatches.com and should not be used without permission.
SIZE
Width with crown 36.7 mm
Width without crown 34.4 mm
Between lugs 19 mm
Lug to lug length 40.5 mm
Case Thickness 11.1 mm
All sizes are approximate.
Included with this watch is a 3 month guarantee and free delivery to UK addresses. If you live outside the UK we can still deliver to most countries. Please see our Worldwide Shipping information, or Contact Us. Payment can be made by most credit or debit cards, bank transfer or PayPal.
From 1st September 2021 we will be planting a tree for every watch we sell, working with the International Tree Foundation (Est 1922) to make this business positive on carbon. By buying anything pre owned you are effectively reusing what already exists, but this takes it further and makes us feel good.
