An 87-Year-Old Omega with an Enamel Dial: A Modern Collector's Unexpected Love
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An 87-Year-Old Omega with an Enamel Dial: A Modern Collector's Unexpected Love

By holdemchamp1225 · Dec 10, 2020 · 29 replies
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In this captivating post, holdemchamp1225, a collector who typically favors modern timepieces, shares a stunning vintage Omega that unexpectedly captured his heart. His detailed photographs highlight the watch's remarkable enamel dial and classic beauty, prompting a reflection on how certain vintage pieces can transcend established collecting preferences. This piece offers a glimpse into the allure of horological history and the emotional connection collectors form with their watches.

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I have spoken at length why I prefer modern watches over vintage. Even though I own many vintage pieces, I have tried to steer away from vintage for the past few years as my collection has evolved as well as my preferences. Then I stumbled upon this beauty and it was back to square one, LOL. OK maybe not fully back but I simply could not resist this one.
She has such a beautiful face 😍. Classic beauty IMHO. Not bad for a 87 year old granny 😉❤
So difficult to capture the depth and beauty of this enamel dial but I tried 🤷‍♂️









One more photo indoors to try and capture that majestic enamel dial 😜



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TheMadDruid
Dec 10, 2020

And the case looks to be in great condition. Art is going to salivate over this one.

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Mike H
Dec 10, 2020

And to answer your question... 3448 but I did not make a photo in natural light today and now it's too late (under lamp light is would be ugly). Maybe tomorrow if you are ok

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holdemchamp1225
Dec 10, 2020

Still haunts me to think that this beauty survived 87 years with as much as a tiny scratch and within the first 5 mins in my possession I put a gouge in her 😡🤬😢. Ok, maybe not a gouge but indeed a large scratch. Already been offered to polish it and remove the scratch but something tells me it will not be the only one so I decided to leave her as is 🤷‍♂️

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holdemchamp1225
Dec 10, 2020

This piece is unrivaled in my collection for overall beauty and a timeless look 😉👍

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Uncle Chico
Dec 10, 2020

It reminds me of 18th century porcelain.

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LiftAngle51
Dec 10, 2020

Wearing such a classic Omega, it must be cool. I spoke a longtime ago with a colleague who show me his vintage Omega from just after the second world war. Knowing here are vintage watch fans. I prefer modern watches. I have no problem with vintage anyway. Detail is i never bought an used watch in my life. The only downside of used watches for me personally is an attitude some used watch buyers (not all) have. A desired luxury watch is far beyond reach, they buy a second hand luxury watch for wan

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