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Omega Constellation Day Date Reference 168.019

Partially verified

This Omega Constellation Day Date, reference 168.019, is a yellow gold wristwatch measuring 35mm in diameter. It features a tonneau-shaped case complemented by a finely fluted bezel. The champagne dial has a woven, linen-like texture, applied baton hour markers, and matching hands. A day-date aperture is positioned at the three o'clock mark, and an applied Constellation star is present above the six o'clock position. The watch is powered by an automatic, chronometer-certified Omega movement. It is fitted with a brown alligator leather strap and a gold-tone pin buckle. The model belongs to the Constellation collection, which Omega introduced in 1952.

Front view of the Omega Constellation Day Date ref. 168.019 showing the champagne dial and gold tonneau-shaped case.
Front view of the Omega Constellation Day Date ref. 168.019 showing the champagne dial and gold tonneau-shaped case. — Analog Shift. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
shop.analogshift.com
Category
Wristwatch · Day-date chronometer wristwatch
Maker / attribution
Omega
Reference
168.019
Catalogue / lot identifier
Source URL identifies the listing
Source-reported date
Late 1960s
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 features a tonneau-shaped case crafted in yellow gold, measuring 35mm in diameter. A characteristic element of the design is the finely fluted bezel, which adds texture to the watch exterior. The case shape is representative of the late-1960s Constellation series.

The dial is rendered in a champagne color and features a linen-like texture. Applied baton markers and matching hands are used for the time display. A day-date complication is housed in a framed aperture at the three o'clock position. An applied Constellation star is located on the dial face above the six o'clock marker. The dial bears the text 'T SWISS MADE T' at the bottom.

Evidence for this section
  • “Crafted in yellow gold and measuring a versatile 35mm in diameter, the watch features the distinctive 'tonneau-shaped' case that defined many late-1960s Constellations.”
  • “A finely fluted bezel frames the dial, adding texture and visual interest”
  • “The true highlight, however, is the lovely champagne 'linen-textured' dial.”
  • “The applied Constellation star above six o'clock serves as a subtle reminder of the collection's chronometric pedigree.”

Movement and Function

The movement is an automatic, chronometer-certified caliber manufactured by Omega. The manufacturer adjusted the movement to meet the standards of the Constellation flagship collection. This mechanical assembly provides both timekeeping and day-date indications.

The watch functions as an everyday timepiece, with the day-date aperture providing practical utility without altering the balance of the watch design.

Evidence for this section
  • “Powering the watch is an automatic, chronometer-certified Omega movement”
  • “As with all Constellations of the period, the movement was adjusted to exacting standards befitting Omega's flagship collection.”

Configuration and Attributions

The watch is completed by a brown alligator leather strap. The strap is fastened with a gold-tone pin buckle. This configuration is intended to coordinate with the warm tones of the yellow gold case and the champagne dial.

It is identified as a representative of the Omega Constellation collection, which was introduced in 1952 as a flagship dress watch range.

Evidence for this section
  • “Completing the watch is a rich brown alligator leather strap secured by a gold-tone pin buckle, a pairing that beautifully complements the warm tones of both the case and dial.”
  • “Introduced in 1952 as Omega's flagship dress watch collection”

Open research questions

  • What is the specific caliber number of the movement?
  • Does the case have specific hallmarking indicating the gold karat weight?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Omega Constellation Day Date Reference 168.019
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
Reference168.019“168.019”
Case shapeTonneau“tonneau-shaped”
Case diameter35mm“35mm in diameter”
MaterialYellow gold“Crafted in yellow gold”
Dial finishLinen-textured champagne“champagne 'linen-textured' dial”
CollectionConstellation“Omega Constellation”
Movement typeAutomatic chronometer“automatic, chronometer-certified Omega movement”

Visible details

  • Champagne 'linen-textured' dial finish
  • Tonneau-shaped yellow gold case
  • Finely fluted bezel design
  • Framed day-date aperture at 3 o'clock

Research qualifications

  • The exact year of manufacture is not specified beyond 'late 1960s'
  • The precise gold purity of the case is not documented in the source

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

Consulted source

ساعت مچی وینتیج Omega Constellation Day Date رفرنس 168.019

Reviewed 2026-11-02 · Record f33e8d1ba8

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