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Omega Constellation Chronometer Gents Wristwatch

Partially verified

This Omega Constellation chronometer gents wristwatch, referenced 368.1075.1, dates to circa 1985. The timepiece features a construction of steel and gold, characterized by a steel case with a gold bezel engraved with Roman numerals for hour markers. The watch is equipped with an integrated steel bracelet. The dial is finished in a gilded tone, featuring applied gilded indices and a date aperture located at the 3 o'clock position. Internally, the watch is powered by an ETA-based, gold-plated automatic calibre 1111 movement, which incorporates 21 jewels and features fausses cotes decoration and precision adjustment. The watch has a diameter of approximately 35 mm and a length of 21 cm. The watch is described as being the property of a collector.

Front view of the Omega Constellation chronometer wristwatch showing the gold bezel and integrated steel bracelet.
Front view of the Omega Constellation chronometer wristwatch showing the gold bezel and integrated steel bracelet. — Henry's Auktionshaus (via Invaluable). Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
www.invaluable.com
Category
Wristwatch · Automatic chronometer wristwatch
Maker / attribution
Omega
Reference
368.1075.1
Catalogue / lot identifier
3173
Source-reported date
circa 1985
Source-reported place
Switzerland

Source-reported attribution and specifications are not independent authentication. A listing does not establish present ownership, current display, availability or permission to reproduce.

Object description

Case and Dial

The watch is constructed with a steel case designed for a gents wristwatch. The aesthetic features a prominent gold bezel, which is distinctly marked with Roman numeral hour markers. The case design incorporates an integrated steel bracelet, resulting in a cohesive appearance. The case construction includes a snap-on case back.

The dial exhibits a gilded finish, which complements the overall color scheme of the watch. It is adorned with applied gilded indices. A date complication is integrated into the dial at the 3 o'clock position, providing functional utility. The watch is signed with the Omega branding on the dial surface.

Evidence for this section
  • “gold bezel with Roman hours”
  • “integrated steel bracelet”
  • “snap on case back”
  • “gilded dial applied gilded indices”
  • “date at 3”

Movement and Functionality

The timepiece is powered by an automatic calibre 1111 movement, which is produced by ETA. The movement is gold-plated and features fausses cotes decoration, a pattern often used in finishing watch movements. It contains 21 jewels and is built with a precision adjustment mechanism to maintain accuracy as a chronometer.

This suggests the watch may require technical attention to ensure optimal operation.

Evidence for this section
  • “gold-plated movement calibre 1111 (ETA) with fausses cotes decoration”
  • “21 jewels”
  • “precision adjustment”
  • “self winding”
  • “overhaul recommended at buyer's expense”

Condition and Attribution

The auction house reports the condition of the watch as 2-3. This rating indicates the object's state at the time of the auction. The timepiece is identified as being part of a collector's property, and it was catalogued for sale in Germany in December 2024.

The watch is attributed to Switzerland and dates to approximately 1985. The details provided, including the reference number 368.1075.1, serve as the primary identifiers for this specific production run of the Omega Constellation series.

Evidence for this section
  • “condition 2-3”
  • “Switzerland around 1985”
  • “property of a collector”
  • “reference 368.1075.1”

Open research questions

  • Does the 2-3 condition report imply significant wear to the gold plating on the bezel?
  • Are all components original to the 1985 production of this reference?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Omega Constellation Chronometer Gents Wristwatch
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
Reference368.1075.1“reference 368.1075.1”
MovementETA 1111“gold-plated movement calibre 1111 (ETA)”
Case materialSteel and gold“in steel/gold”
Diameter35 mm“diameter approx. 35 mm”
Jewel count21“21 jewels”
Date window3 o'clock“date at 3”
ProvenanceCollector“property of a collector”

Visible details

  • Integrated steel bracelet
  • Gold bezel with engraved Roman numerals
  • Gilded dial with applied hour markers
  • Date window positioned at 3 o'clock

Research qualifications

  • Condition 2-3 reported by auction house remains an subjective assessment
  • Functionality of the automatic movement is not verified by the source

Photograph identity and source facts were screened before import; rights clearance remains pending.

Consulted source

OMEGA Constellation chronometer gents wristwatch

Reviewed 2026-10-26 · Record 0c038e8a75

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