{"product_id":"1961-omega-seamaster-mens-vintage-cal-562-watch-with-mulberry-amethyst-dial-stainless-steel","title":"1961 Omega Seamaster Mens Vintage Cal. 562 Watch with Mulberry Amethyst Dial - Stainless Steel","description":"\u003cp\u003eToday's offering showcases this distinctive and pleasing c. 1961 Omega Seamaster with beautiful Mulberry Amethyst dial. It has a classic Seamaster case design and continues of our summer of color.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Seamaster has the elegant simplicity that made Omega’s mid-century dress watches so enduring, with its slim round case, fine lugs, and beautifully balanced dial with vintage styled markers. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhat gives this example its own personality is the original Omega dial, custom refinished in a rich Mulberry Amethyst tone that feels softer and more sophisticated than a brighter jewel-purple finish.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe color moves between muted plum, mauve, and deep violet depending on the light, giving the dial a warm, almost velvety depth. Its smoother finish allows the color to remain composed rather than flashy. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe applied markers add some of the watch’s most appealing vintage character. At 12, 3, 6, and 9, the hour markers broaden into tapered arrowhead forms that immediately set the dial apart from a more conventional baton layout. Against the custom Mulberry Amethyst finish, they create a really appealing contrast, combining vintage style with a fresher, more contemporary sense of color - we think it strikes a perfect balance.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe result is a vintage Omega with all the refinement of the original design, but with a more distinctive and contemporary character than the familiar silver or champagne examples.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTo house the movement Omega used a semi-monocoque - or one piece - case which insured water resistance and slim, elegant profile. The case when new achieved high water resistance ratings by not having a separate case back. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePowering the watch is Omega's top-tier caliber 562 movement, and one of the last superior 500's series movements used before Omega began trying to reduce their costs It was part of the top-tier 562\/565 offering of the 500 series. It has 24 jewels and was one of the finest mass-produced automatic movements from the era.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt measures 34mm in diameter, the size of the mens Rolex Date model.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt has all of its original parts and has just finished a true expertly done restoration.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIts case presents as mint with only light signs of polishing. The lug retains strong facets\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIts original Omega dial has been meticulously custom refinished in Mulberry Amethyst - the printing could pass as Omega factory done to the naked eye. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs part of the restoration, it has just been fully overhauled by a Master Watchmaker. It is running extremely strongly and true, keeping time nearly on par with a new Omega in our testing recording position.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor the finishing touch, it has been equipped with a brand new aftermarket calfskin leather strap in a complementary mulberry color and an aftermarket Omega style buckle making it ready for immediate enjoyment.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIncluded 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYour 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlease note: Published examples of similar watches can be found in Marco Richon's work Omega: A Journey Through Time, 2007, pg. 403.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eOmega:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOmega watches can be found on the wrists of many prominent figures including Pierce Brosnan, Michael Schumacher, Michael Phelps, Ernie Els, 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/b\u003e Omega \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCountry of origin:\u003c\/b\u003e Switzerland \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSerial no.:\u003c\/b\u003e 18,606,654\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eYear built:\u003c\/b\u003e c. 1961\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eModel:\u003c\/b\u003e Ref. ST 14770-2 SC, Seamaster\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/b\u003e Hours, Minutes, Automatic, Date, Sweep Seconds\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDesigned for:\u003c\/b\u003e Men \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCase material:\u003c\/b\u003e Stainless steel \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCase markings (inside):\u003c\/b\u003e Omega Watch Co., Acier Inoxydable, Swiss made, 14770-2 SC\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCase condition:\u003c\/b\u003e Presents as mint with only very light signs of polishing\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 34mm wide (excluding crown), 40mm long lug tip-to-tip\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDial:\u003c\/b\u003e Mulberry Amethyst, signed Omega Seamaster, applied steel baton indexes with distinctive faceted darts at the primary hours, outer minute division, aperture for the day and date, original Omega dial expertly custom refinished. Our photos couldn't quite do justice to the richness of the color. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eHands:\u003c\/b\u003e Original, steel \"batons\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eMovement type:\u003c\/b\u003e Cal. 562, copper colored, 24 jewels, straight line lever escapement, monometallic balance, shock-absorber, self-compensating flat balance-spring, micrometer regulator\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eMovement markings:\u003c\/b\u003e Omega Watch Co. Swiss, Twenty-four Jewels, 562\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eJewels:\u003c\/b\u003e 24 rubies \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBeat frequency:\u003c\/b\u003e 19,800 BPH \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBand:\u003c\/b\u003e Calfskin leather, mulberry\/purple color that beautifully complements the dial, 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWidth between lugs:\u003c\/b\u003e 18mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/b\u003e Acrylic, appears original and no longer signed, excellent condition \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eServiced:\u003c\/b\u003e Yes, freshly overhauled by a Master Watchmaker. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTiming:\u003c\/b\u003e Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system.  It is running extremely strongly and true, keeping time nearly on par with a new Omega in our testing recording position.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/b\u003e 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. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBox\/Papers:\u003c\/b\u003e BOX - Connoisseur of Time watch presentation box; PAPERS - Custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity; New timing certificate\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eReturns:\u003c\/b\u003e 7 days full refund. 100% satisfaction guarantee\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Omega","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44893198581849,"sku":"10751","price":1945.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1219\/5194\/files\/1182219677_o.jpg?v=1789488391","url":"https:\/\/shop.connoisseuroftime.com\/products\/1961-omega-seamaster-mens-vintage-cal-562-watch-with-mulberry-amethyst-dial-stainless-steel","provider":"Connoisseur of Time","version":"1.0","type":"link"}