Hi! I will start by saying I do not know much about watch craftsmanship or Omega watches specifically but would love one of you experts could help me learn more about this watch- time period, what it is made of..etc This watch was given to me-belonged to my grandmother who owned it in the 40's-60's. The watch face says - Omega and Anti magnetic underneath The back says Omega Swiss made- 18 /.750 on the clasp it says "Omega 18k" Here are a few pictures. Anything would be helpful! Thanks!
Almost certainly a fake, unfortunately. Omega very rarely engraved watches with hallmarks on the outside of the caseback. One way to get more information would be to have a jeweler test the case for gold content. I suspect that in your example, there is no gold. Highly doubt that the diamonds are real either, but again, you need a jeweler to confirm this. The 1960's were the "golden age" of faked Swiss watches. http://books.google.com/books?output=html_text&id=fQEAAAAAMBAJ&jtp=54 Sorry to be the bearer of bad news, gatorcpa
That's a great attitude. Often times, sentimental value is much more important than "actual" value. If you choose to, you can earn enough money to buy any thing you want, but nothing can replace a gift from someone you care for. My most cherished possession is my grandfather's old razor. It's worth about $10.00 on eBay, but it is priceless to me.
