Here is a wonderful, all original Omega Constellation Chronometer from 1963 in a very large size for the era. The champagne sunburst dial is in very fine condition, with a golden Omega logo, emblem and Constellation star. It has faceted golden hour markers with black onyx inlay, double markers at 12 o’clock. There is a scatter of tiny corrosion spots around the dial, and a couple of other tiny marks close to the 12 and 2 o’clock hour markers. The golden dauphine hands with the original black contrast are in fine condition. The golden framed window at 3 o’clock displays the date, which can be semi quick-set by first turning the hands through midnight so the date changes, then immediately turning the hands backwards to 21:00 and then forward through midnight again. Repeat as necessary.
The solid 14K gold bezel is in fine condition with some overall wear, perhaps most prominent at around 3 and 7 o’clock. The jumbo sized gold capped case with the original crown and lovely teardrop lugs is in fine condition with some overall wear, most pronounced at the tips of the lugs, were the gold cap has been partially worn off. This looks more exaggerated in the photos than to the naked eye. The stainless steel case back has a well preserved gold Geneva observatory medallion and is in fine condition with a few noticeable scratches. The case does not appear to ever have been polished.
The watch comes on an after market leather strap and buckle of good quality.
Inside the watch, Omega’s high grade 561 movement beats strongly and accurately to within about +12 seconds per day. The watch was fully serviced in March 2025 and comes with a 12 month warranty on its proper mechanical functioning.
The wonderful dial, warm glow and overall great condition combines with the large size to make this Connie look awesome on the wrist. This is a great gift for yourself or a loved one, and it will only increase in value over the next decades.
Our watches are delivered in a luxury wooden watch box, fully serviced with a 12 month warranty that covers the mechanical functioning of the watch under normal use. We offer 14 days full return rights and are very proud of our reputation for outstanding customer satisfaction.
NB! Note that we are based in Switzerland and that the buyer is responsible for any import fees their country may impose on a purchase from abroad. Ask us if you have any questions.
Basic info
Brand Omega
Model Constellation Chronometer
Reference number 168.001
Code VWS-2902
Movement Automatic
Case material Gold/Steel
Bracelet material Leather
Year 1962
Condition Very good (Worn with little to no signs of wear)
Scope of delivery No original box, no original papers
Gender Men's watch/Unisex
Location Switzerland, Lonay
Caliber
Movement Automatic
Movement/Caliber Omega 561
Power reserve 40 h
Number of jewels 24
Frequency 19800 A/h
Case
Case material Gold/Steel
Case diameter 37 mm
Lug to lug 45 mm
Water resistance Not water resistant
Bezel material Yellow Gold
Crystal Plexiglass
Dial Champagne
Dial numerals No numerals
Bracelet/Strap
Bracelet material Leather
Bracelet color Black
Lug width 19 mm
Clasp Buckle
Clasp material Gold/Steel
Functions
Date
Others
Central seconds, Chronometer, Quick Set, Only Original Parts