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  1. Mouse_at_Large still immune to Speedmaster attraction Dec 4, 2015

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    I do kind of like nice medallions in contrasting colours on casebacks, and this got me thinking. I'm aware that Omega only seem to use these in a kind of limited way on mainstream models such as the Connie observatory

    Connie medallion.jpg

    Seamaster hippocampus

    Seamaster medallion.jpg

    and my current favourite - the Titane Polaris

    Titane medallion.jpg
    Leaving aside limited editions such as Snoopy Speedies, and Olympic issues, did Omega use contrasting caseback medallions with any regularity on other models?

    P.S. Apologies for the quality of the photos :oops:
     
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  2. gatorcpa ΩF InvestiGator Staff Member Dec 4, 2015

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    They are using them on the new Globemasters. The white gold medallion is particularly striking:

    Omega-Globemaster-Co-Axial-Master-Chronometer-hands-on-aBlogtoWatch-29.jpg

    Enjoy,
    gatorcpa
     
  3. ConElPueblo Dec 4, 2015

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    I've never seen the golden hippocampus on a Seamaster before, which model is that? Looks great :)

    In regards to caseback medallions, Longines is (was) the leader of the pack here, IMO.
     
  4. LawBrk Dec 4, 2015

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    I really love the caseback medallions, they are for the wearer, a little bit extra that nobody else sees but you.
     
  5. Mouse_at_Large still immune to Speedmaster attraction Dec 5, 2015

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    I snagged the top two images off the net, the third is mine, but the Seamaster can also be found here https://omegaforums.net/threads/arrival-the-goldcap-specials-edition.10080/

    As for the Longines - please show :cool:
     
  6. Barking mad Prolific Speedmaster Hoarder Dec 5, 2015

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    Here you go... Bit grubby but you get the idea....Note to self, must clean watches:eek:

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  7. al128 unsolicited co-moderation giverer Dec 8, 2015

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    lovely - with a case back like those L's - who needs a dial ;-)
     
  8. ulackfocus Dec 8, 2015

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    The Kon Tiki and Grand Seiko had some cool medallions back in the 50's through the 70's.
     
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  9. Horlogerie EU based Professional Watchmaker Dec 9, 2015

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    Very impressive, makes you want to wear the watch inside out to show off the caseback...
     
  10. Ludi Dec 9, 2015

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    I
    Right

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    (Uncleaned caseback instant shot at the non Dunkin' coffee house ::facepalm1:: )
     
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  11. dragoman Dec 19, 2015

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    An eberhard one a friend of mine snatched last week

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  12. Bibeinflacon May 19, 2019

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    Hi everyone.

    Have you ever seen this medallion before?. Is it original or fake?. It’s supposed to be the one in the caseback of this solid gold Geneve with caliber 1481. Some help...
     
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