Omega Constellation 168004 Date 1963

Name: Omega Constellation 168004 Date 1963
Brand: Omega
SKU: #1586
Price: 5500.00 EUR
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BRAND HISTORY

Omega Constellation Ref. 168.004 – Classic Chronometer Elegance in 18k Gold (1963)

First introduced in 1952, the Omega Constellation was Omega’s elegant answer to the Rolex Datejust and quickly became one of the brand’s flagship chronometer models.

This beautifully preserved Ref. 168.004 from 1963 embodies everything collectors appreciate about early Constellations. Crafted in a refined 36 mm 18k yellow gold case, the watch offers ideal proportions, enhanced by elegant slightly angled lugs and a classic screw-down caseback.

The flawless silver sunburst dial creates a beautiful contrast against the warm yellow gold case and is complemented by rare slim baton hour markers with onyx inlays, adding subtle depth and sophistication to the overall design.

Inside beats the respected Omega Cal. 561 automatic chronometer, a movement celebrated for its reliability, precision, and smooth operation — representing Omega’s golden era of automatic chronometer production.

Simple, balanced, and timeless, this Constellation is a perfect example of mid-century Omega design at its finest.

- wrist size in our picture is 18cm circumference -

DIAL:

original never touched silver sunburst dial in flawless condition
original hands and crown
original Omega crystal

STRAP & BUCKLE:

matte black GOLDAMMER Kardinal leather strap fitting up to 20 cm wrist size / 2 mm thick
gold platedGOLDAMMER buckle

CASE:

excellent overall condition, showing almost no traces of use
3- body 18k yellow gold case with screw-down case back from casemaker Serva SA
36 mm (without crown) / 41 mm (lug-to-lug) / 18 mm (between lugs) / 10 mm thick
year: 1963
reference: 168.004
total weight: 48 g

MOVEMENT:

Omega Caliber 561 - automatic chronometer
24 jewels, 19800 A/h, 50 hours power reserve
professionally serviced 05/2026
+17 sec/d / 300°

BOX & PAPERS:

GOLDAMMER certificate of authenticity & service documentation card
GOLDAMMER box

GOLDAMMER REFERENCE: #1586

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