Omega's flagship line for decades, the Constellation represents style, luxury, attention to detail, robust function, and most all, superior precision. Elegant and stately, it is suitable for both casual and professional dress.

Today's auction showcases this gorgeously restored 1961 Constellation. Featuring a "De Luxe" dial and Bombe style case with lyre lugs, it showcases the quality that made these classic watches Omega's flagship line.

The 1960's were an important decade for Omega. In 1959 Omega introduced a new series of movements that would become famous powering their flagship watch, the Constellation, and would be officially certified by the "Contrôle Officiel Suisse des Chronomètres" (Swiss watch governing body) as a chronometer, the highest honor given to a movement. The next year Omega produced 20,000 Constellations in succession that all achieved chronometer status with no failures.

One of the movements in this new series was the Caliber 561. Made exclusively for the Constellation, it was one of the very finest volume-produced automatics from the era and is the mechanism that powers the Constellation featured here.

Here are some of its features:

• High grade movement officially certified as a chronometer by the C.O.S.C., the highest distinction that can be given to a watch based on its accuracy
• Beautiful and desirable black "De Luxe" dial
• Long 50 hour running reserve keeps the watch consistently running, even when not worn daily
• Precision micrometer regulator for small timing adjustments
• Classic and elegant waterproof style case with gold observatory logo on the back

It has fully Omega parts and has just finished a true expertly done restoration. It presents in gorgeous condition - a 9.3 out of 10. Our photos couldn't do it justice.

It case presents as just short of mint with light signs of previous polishing. Despite what the photos seem to suggest, the observatory logo on the back still retains all of its stars. On the wrist it presents as mint.

Its dial has been previously meticulously refinished - the printing could pass as Omega factory done to the naked eye. As many collectors might know, black dialed steel Constellations are very rare and valuable. When we purchased the watch the dial was black and had already been refinished so we can't speak to the original color, and it has been priced accordingly. An Omega Extract could confirm the color, and if it originally was black, then the watch would be quite valuable.

As part of the restoration a Master Watchmaker has freshly overhauled it. It is running strong and true, keeping very accurate time.

For the finishing touch we have equipped it with a brand new calfskin leather strap and Omega style aftermarket buckle making it ready for immediate enjoyment.

Included with the purchase is a one-year C.O.T. warranty on the movement and its function, a custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity, and a new timing certificate.

A more than six decade old Omega that looks like new on the wrist!

Your watch is important to us, and we will take care of it for its lifetime. We provide the best after sale care in the business with an extremely experienced team of four Master Watchmakers all of whom each have over thirty-five years of experience and a large number of parts. One used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealership and was given special training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center.

Note: Similar watches can be found in Marco Richon's work, Omega: A Journey Through Time, 2007.

• Manufacturer: Omega
• Country of origin: Switzerland
• Serial no.: 19,062,798
• Year built: 1961
• Model: Constellation, ref. ST 14393
• Functions: Hours, Minutes, Sweep Seconds, Automatic, Date
• Designed for: Men
• Case material: Stainless steel
• Case condition: Presents as just short of mint with light signs of previous polishing. Despite what the photos seem to suggest, the observatory logo on the back still retains all of its stars. On the wrist it presents as mint.
• Dimensions: 34.5mm wide (excluding crown), 43mm long lug tip-to-tip
• Dial: Gloss black, signed Omega and Constellation, so called "curved pie pan" DeLuxe model, riveted steel hour markers topped with white, expertly refinished
• Hands: Original, steel "dauphines"
• Movement type: Cal. 561, 24 jewels, straight line lever escapement, monometallic balance adjusted to 5 positions and temperatures, shock absorber, self-compensating flat balance spring, micrometer regulator
• Movement markings: Omega Watch Co., Cal. 561, Adjusted 5 positions, 24 Jewels
• Band: Calfskin leather, fully stitched, padded, brand new and unworn, previously fitted with an aftermarket buckle done in an Omega style
• Crystal: Acrylic, excellent condition
• Width between lugs: 18mm
• Serviced: As part of the restoration a Master Watchmaker has freshly overhauled it.
• Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. It is running strong and true, keeping very accurate time.
• Warranty: 1-year international warranty. Please email concierge@cotwatches.com for details. Your watch is important to us, and we will take care of it for its lifetime. We provide the best after sale care in the business with an extremely experienced team of four Master Watchmakers all of whom each have over thirty-five years of experience and a large number of parts. One used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealership and was given special training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center.
• Box/Papers: BOX - Connoisseur of Time watch presentation box; PAPERS - Custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity; New timing certificate
• Returns: 7 days full refund. 100% satisfaction guarantee

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee for all of our watches. If you are in any way unsatisfied with the watch we will fully refund the purchase price anytime within 7 days after the watch has been received. Our goal is to exceed our client's expectations throughout the buying experience.

All watches are packaged carefully and mailed double boxed in specially constructed, reinforced shipping boxes designed for high value items. All watches are sent fully insured with signature required. Most of our domestic shipping is done through FedEx. At times we will also use USPS Express Mail, and we can accommodate most requests for your preferred carrier. International shipments are sent USPS International Express Mail or FedEx.

The purchase price will be the declared value of the merchandise on any required customs forms. The payment of all customs duties, tariffs, and taxes are the responsibility of the buyer.

Also note that water resistance of vintage watches can no longer be guaranteed and is not covered under the watch's warranty. We do not recommend getting a vintage watch wet, even one that was originally designed to be waterproof.

To get an idea of how this watch will look on the wrist, please use the Watch Sizing Guide

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