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Omega Constellation Ref. 168.005

Partially verified

This is a men's wristwatch from the Omega Constellation line, identified by reference 168.005 and produced in 1971. The watch features a 34mm stainless steel case with angled lugs and a screw-down caseback, which carries a Constellation observatory medallion in the center. The silver-colored dial is configured in the "Pie-Pan" style, featuring non-luminous applied indices and Dauphine-style hands with black enamel inlay. A date aperture is positioned at the 3 o'clock mark. The watch is presented on an Omega 1037 "Beads of Rice" bracelet, equipped with 570 end links, sized to fit a wrist of approximately 6 3/4 inches. The auction description reports the watch maintains regular time, though the history of previous services remains unknown.

Front view of the Omega Constellation ref. 168.005 showing the Pie-Pan dial, Dauphine hands, and date display.
Front view of the Omega Constellation ref. 168.005 showing the Pie-Pan dial, Dauphine hands, and date display. — Zamanito / Craft & Tailored. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
zamanito.com
Category
Wristwatch · Automatic chronometer wristwatch
Maker / attribution
Omega
Reference
168.005
Catalogue / lot identifier
Source URL identifies the listing
Source-reported date
1971
Source-reported place
Switzerland
Source-reported serial
33XXXXXX

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 timepiece is housed in a stainless steel case measuring 34mm in diameter. The design incorporates angled lugs and a screw-down caseback, which is adorned with the characteristic Constellation observatory medallion. The watch retains its original crown, featuring the Omega logo.

The dial is a silver "Pie-Pan" variant, noted for its faceted depth. The dial displays applied hour indices and Dauphine hands, both of which are finished with black enamel inlay. The dial does not contain luminous material. A calendar window for the date is integrated at the 3 o'clock position.

Evidence for this section
  • “بدنه این ساعت از جنس فولاد ضدزنگ (Stainless Steel) با قطر ۳۴ میلی‌متر ساخته شده و دارای لبه‌های زاویه‌دار (Angled Lugs) است.”
  • “درب پشت ساعت از نوع پیچ‌دار بوده و مدالیون رصدخانه کانسلیشن در مرکز آن دیده می‌شود.”
  • “صفحه ساعت از نوع بدون شب‌نما (Non-luminous) بوده و با شاخص‌های برجسته و عقربه‌های مدل دوفین که دارای خطوط لعاب مشکی هستند تزیین شده است.”

Movement and Bracelet

The movement's precise caliber is not specified in the provided data beyond its chronometer designation.

The watch is fitted with an Omega 1037 "Beads of Rice" bracelet, featuring 570 end links. The bracelet consists of 18 links and is stated to accommodate a wrist size of approximately 6 3/4 inches. The auction description notes the presence of mild stretching in the bracelet, commensurate with the age of the piece.

Evidence for this section
  • “سری کانسلیشن امگا که از سال ۱۹۵۲ معرفی شد، در دوره‌های متمادی به عنوان نمادی از دقت بالا و استانداردهای کرونومتر شناخته می‌شد.”
  • “بند متصل به ساعت مدل Omega 1037 با سرپیچ‌های شماره ۵۷۰ است”

Condition and Attribution

According to the auction description, the case is in good condition with clean finishes and edges. The caseback displays natural signs of wear. The dial is reported to be free of damage, exhibiting only minor patina developed over time.

The watch functions correctly and maintains time. The auction source explicitly states that they have not performed independent verification of the watch's components or authenticity, and the history of service is unknown.

Evidence for this section
  • “وضعیت فیزیکی بدنه طبق توضیحات منبع در شرایط بسیار مناسب با لبه‌ها و پرداخت تمیز گزارش شده و درب پشت ساعت نشانه‌های استفاده طبیعی و متناسب با سن خود را نمایش می‌دهد.”
  • “صفحه ساعت فاقد آسیب‌دیدگی عنوان شده و تنها گرمای ملایمی ناشی از گذر زمان بر روی آن پدیدار شده است.”
  • “کارکرد ساعت طبق منبع منظم بوده و زمان را نگه می‌دارد، هرچند پیشینه سرویس‌های قبلی آن نامشخص است.”

Open research questions

  • What specific caliber is contained within this 1971 Constellation reference?
  • Does the 33XXXXXX serial number range correspond to the 1971 production year for the 168.005 reference?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Omega Constellation Ref. 168.005
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
MakerOmega“سازنده: امگا (Omega)”
Reference168.005“شماره رفرنس: 168.005”
Date of production1971“ساخت سال ۱۹۷۱ میلادی است”
Case materialStainless steel“بدنه این ساعت از جنس فولاد ضدزنگ (Stainless Steel)”
Case diameter34 mm“قطر ۳۴ میلی‌متر ساخته شده”
Bracelet modelOmega 1037“بند متصل به ساعت مدل Omega 1037”
Serial number33XXXXXX“شماره سریال: 33XXXXXX”

Visible details

  • Silver-toned "Pie-Pan" dial with a central raised faceted section.
  • Dauphine hands feature black enamel inserts.
  • Stainless steel case with angled lugs and a signed winding crown.
  • Beads of Rice style bracelet with 18 links.

Research qualifications

  • The watch's full service history is unknown.
  • The auction description reports the physical condition is based on their own assessment and has not been verified by an independent party.

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

Consulted source

ساعت امگا Omega Constellation رفرنس 168.005 با صفحه پای-پن (۱۹۷۱)

Reviewed 2026-11-02 · Record 2bfdc15098

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