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Constellation 18k Pie 505 ref2852/3 year 1956 with gold bracelet

  1. Luiz P Dec 18, 2017

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    Hi Sirs,
    I'm brazilian and my grandfather left this nice watch for me. Unfortunally, I need to sell this. May anyone help me to estimate the value?
    Thanks in advance. DSC00700 (1).JPG DSC00703 (1).JPG DSC00700 (1).JPG DSC00703 (1).JPG IMG-20170403-WA0023.jpg
     
  2. fjf Dec 19, 2017

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    An in focus close pic of the dial would help. A lot.
     
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  3. Luiz P Dec 19, 2017

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    Thanks, LJF
    New pic posted.
     
  4. fjf Dec 19, 2017

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    That is better. Now try more light and get the hands out of the text in the dial. Seems you have a gold constellation with a deluxe gold pie-pan dial. VERY nice watch. Your grandad was a man with good taste.
     
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  5. ICONO Dec 19, 2017

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    My own 1956 18k 2852/2853 - Nearly identical to yours

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  6. Luiz P Dec 19, 2017

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  7. gatorcpa ΩF InvestiGator Staff Member Dec 19, 2017

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    I’d say $2,500 to $3,500 for watch, plus the gold in the bracelet.

    If the bracelet is genuine Omega branded, add another $1,000 to melt value.

    Beautiful piece.
    gatorcpa
     
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  8. Luiz P Dec 19, 2017

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    Thanks Gator!!
    Thanks for him! To be honest, my mom is taking the pics, because Im in a trip. But I'll post better pics soon. Thanks for the help!
     
  9. flame Speedmaster Neil Dec 20, 2017

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  10. ConElPueblo Dec 20, 2017

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    That looks very, very nice. I'd seriously reconsider selling it unless there is some pressing need for the money.

    The bracelet looks to be an aftermarket addition, but look for stamps on the inside of the clasp to verify it - an Omega logo on the outside of the buckle is not a guarantee. The case looks reasonably crisp, but if you could post a picture of the rear of the watch, it will be interesting to see how worn it is and if there are marks from opening attempts. The crown has been replaced to a Seamaster type crown which of course is a minus, but not a huge one.
     
  11. Luiz P Dec 20, 2017

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  12. cristos71 Dec 20, 2017

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    Looks more €3.5k and up to me, excluding the bracelet of course
     
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  13. Luiz P Dec 20, 2017

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    Thanks, Cristos71
     
  14. ICONO Dec 20, 2017

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    A small investment on your part, in a documented service, and changing the crown, by a professional watchmaker.

    I think you are looking at the thick end of €5000, including the bracelet

    It is a very nice, & desirable vintage watch……and the price can only rise
     
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  15. Luiz P Dec 21, 2017

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    Thanks, Icono!
    I will start selling around US$ 4500