Vintage Omega De Ville Ladies Mechanical Watch
Vintage Omega De Ville Ladies Mechanical Watch
Specifications
Brand: Omega
Collection: De Ville
Movement: Swiss Mechanical (Caliber 485)
Caliber: Omega 485
Serial Number: 32308661
Jewels: 17 Jewels
Country of Manufacture: Switzerland
Estimated Era: Early 1970s
Case
* Approx. 17.4 × 14.3mm
* Gold-tone case
* Elegant rectangular dress watch profile
* Signed Omega crown
Dial
* Original gold textured dial
* Applied gold-tone baton hour markers
* Gold-tone baton hands
* Signed “Omega”
* Signed “De Ville”
* Signed “Swiss Made”
Crystal
* Original crystal.
Strap
* Replacement black leather strap fitted for comfortable everyday wear.
Price
₱14,500
All prices are negotiable — feel free to contact us.
Condition
The watch remains in good vintage condition and is running on its original Omega mechanical movement. The gold-tone textured dial has aged gracefully and retains its elegant appearance. Light signs of wear are present throughout the case, consistent with decades of careful use, while the replacement leather strap complements the classic dress-watch design very well. Overall, it remains a refined vintage Omega suitable for both daily wear and collection.
Notes
The Omega De Ville has long been recognized as one of Omega’s most elegant dress watch collections. Introduced during the 1960s, the De Ville line emphasized refined proportions, slim cases, and timeless styling over sporty complications. This example perfectly captures that philosophy with its compact rectangular case, beautifully textured gold dial, and understated baton markers.
Powering the watch is the Omega Caliber 485, a Swiss-made 17-jewel manual-wind movement developed specifically for ladies’ watches. Although small in size, these movements were built to the same high manufacturing standards as Omega’s larger calibers, reflecting the brand’s commitment to quality regardless of case size. Properly maintained, these movements are known for their reliability and longevity.
The textured gold dial adds another layer of sophistication. Rather than relying on decorative elements or bold colors, Omega used subtle textures to create depth and visual interest as the light moves across the surface. It’s a design approach that has aged remarkably well and continues to look elegant decades after it was produced.
Fun Fact
The Omega De Ville collection actually began as a sub-line of the Omega Seamaster during the 1960s. As dress watches became increasingly popular, Omega separated De Ville into its own standalone collection in 1967. Today, the De Ville remains one of Omega’s flagship collections, meaning this watch represents the early years of a model family that is still in production over half a century later.
Another fascinating detail is the movement’s serial number (32,308,661). Omega serial numbers place this watch’s manufacture at approximately 1970–1971, making it over 55 years old while still housing its original Swiss mechanical movement.
Disclaimer
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