Today's offering showcases this superior example of an early "C" or third generation Constellation with distinctive Tiffany & Co. robin's egg blue color dial.

Powering the watch is Omega's top-tier caliber 564 movement officially certified as a chronometer.

The 1960's were an important decade for Omega. In 1959 Omega introduced a new series of movements, one of which was the Caliber 564. This mechanism was one of the finest quantity-produced automatic movements made, and is the mechanism that powers this Constellation.

The next year Omega produced 20,000 Constellations in succession that all achieved chronometer status with no failures.

These early "C" differs from its successors in that as mentioned it employs a high-grade 500 series movement, made before Omega began to try to reduce costs, and a domed acrylic crystal rather than a flat mineral glass one.

It has all of its original parts and has just finished a true expertly done restoration - it presents as a 9.5 out of 10.

Its case presents as just short of mint with light signs of previous polishing to the back, slight aging visible at the edge of the engine bay, and slight wear underneath the lugs from a metal band.

On the wrist, it presents as gorgeous mint. Our photos couldn't do it justice.

Its dial has been meticulously custom refinished in Tiffany & Co. robin's egg blue - the printing could pass as Omega factory done to the naked eye.

As part of the restoration, its chronometer movement has been serviced by a Master Watchmaker. It is running very strong and true, keeping very accurate time.

For the finishing touch, we have installed a new aftermarket leather band and aftermarket Omega style buckle making it ready for immediate enjoyment.

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

A more than half-century old Omega that presents on the wrist like new!

Note: An example of this model resides in the Omega Museum in Switzerland, and a published example can be found in Marco Richon's work, Omega: A Journey Through Time, 2007, pg. 371

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.

Omega watches:

Omega watches can be found on the wrists of many prominent figures including Pierce Brosnan, Michael Schumacher, Michael Phelps, Ernie Els, and Prince William, and one graced the wrist of President John F. Kennedy. Omega has been the official timekeeper for 21 Olympic Games and is the official chronometer of NASA.

Manufacturer: Omega
Country of origin: Switzerland
Serial no.: 31,161,163
Year built: c. 1969
Model: "C" Constellation, Ref. 168.017
Functions:  Hours, Minutes, Quick-Set Date, Automatic, Sweep Seconds
Designed for: Men
Case material: Stainless steel
Case markings (inside): Omega Watch Co., Swiss made, Acier Inoxydable, 168.017
Case condition: Presents as just short of mint with light signs of previous polishing to the back, slight aging visible at the edge of the engine bay, and slight wear underneath the lugs from a metal band. On the wrist it presents as gorgeous mint. Our photos couldn't do it justice.
Dial: Original Omega dial signed Omega and custom refinished in a Tiffany robin's egg blue / turquoise, steel baton indices topped with black, luminous dots, aperture for date, expertly restored
Dimensions: 34.5mm wide (excluding crown), 40mm long lug tip to tip
Hands: Steel "batons"
Movement type: Caliber 564 movement, 24 jewels, 19,800 BPH balance, copper colored, officially certified chronometer, shock resistant, micrometer regulation
Jewels: 24 rubies
Beat frequency: 19,800 BPH
Band: Leather (aftermarket), fully stitched, padded, brand new and unused with aftermarket Omega style buckle. We also stock lizard and a variety of other straps in various prints, skins, and colors. Please ask us if you're interested.
Width between lugs: 19mm
Crystal: Acrylic, excellent condition
Serviced: Yes, freshly overhauled by a Master Watchmaker.
Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. It is running very 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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