Today's offering showcases this fabulous avante-garde "Emerald" DeVille watch, inspired by the designs that Andrew Grima created for Omega and introduced in 1971.

"Grima, who was arguably his generation's foremost jeweler, counted Queen Elisabeth II among his clients. The Emerald line is distinguished by the generous proportions of its emerald-cut crystals of precious stone, quartz or mineral glass.

Initially, the pieces were reserved for the top of the Constellation range but as the Emerald line was extended, they were increasingly seen in the De Ville line. The Emerald line was only produced at OMEGA until 1973 but it left a lasting impression. Though a lost line at OMEGA these watches remain a "Premiere" collection today showing just how good the design was." - via Omega Museum.

Its emerald cut crystal protects its royal purple dial.

The case presents as mint. The case top would originally have been gold plated, although they also made these watches in an all steel version that looked like this watch. The original dial has been meticulously custom refinished - the printing could pass as Omega factory done to the naked eye.

Originally a men's watch, it could also be a ladies watch that really makes a statement.

As part of the true expertly done restoration the fine original ultra thin Omega movement has just been serviced by a Master Watchmaker. It is running very true, keeping time nearly on par with a new Omega in our testing position.

For the finishing touch, we have equipped it with a brand new aftermarket calfskin strap with 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 attesting to its performance.

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.

Andrew Grima:

Mr. Grima was honoured with an impressive array of prizes including twelve Diamonds-International Awards. He was the first jeweller to win the Queen's Award for Export in 1966 and is the only jeweller to have won the Duke of Edinburgh Prize for Elegant Design. In 1970, at about the same time he was designing for Omega he was appointed jeweller to Her Majesty the Queen. He was commissioned by Omega to create a highly aesthetic avant-garde collection. Grima was given a free hand and chose to stick to one principle: he would create the watch around the dial, no matter what its form or dimension.

His work is carried on by his wife and daughter, and the Grima website can be found here:

Manufacturer: Omega
Country of origin: Switzerland
Serial no.: 35,997,143
Year made: c. 1972 - the Emerald line was only made from 1971 until 1973
Model: De Ville, Ref. MD 511.0379
Functions: Hours, Minutes
Designed for: Men
Case material: Stainless steel
Case markings (inside): Omega Watch Co., Swiss Made, Lunette Plaque or G 20 Micros, Acier Inoxydable, 511.0379
Case condition: Presents as mint with light signs of previous polishing - the top would originally have been gold plated, although Emerald watches like this were also often made in steel.
Dimensions: 32mm wide (excluding crown - 34mm including), 32mm long lug tip-to-tip
Dial: Signed Omega, royal purple, painted indices and half cross hairs, original dial expertly custom refinished
Hands: Original, whitened steel batons
Movement type: Caliber 625, "extra flat", copper colored, manually wound, 17 jewels, shock resistant
Band: Calfskin leather, fully stitched, padded, brand new and unworn 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.
Crystal: Mint condition
Serviced: As part of the meticulous restoration, the fine original ultra thin Omega movement has just been serviced by a Master Watchmaker.
Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. It is running very true, keeping time nearly on par with a new Omega in our testing position.
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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