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Help Identifying My Omega Constellation

Eliseo Gallo
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Hello everyone,

I’m looking for help identifying my Omega watch as I have some details, but I’m not entirely sure of the exact model or year of production. This watch was my grandfather’s, and I would love to learn more about it. I hope someone with more experience with Omega watches can guide me.

Here are the details I have:

  • Brand: Omega
  • Model: Constellation (probably, due to the observatory symbol and five stars on the back)
  • Reference: 2852-7
  • Serial number: 15383408 (located on the movement)
  • Visible features:
    • Silver stainless steel case with gold-tone accents
    • Approximate diameter of 34-35 mm
    • Automatic movement (likely Omega 501 or 505, though I'm not sure)
    • I’m not completely sure if the strap is original, although it matches the design of the watch.
What I need:

  • Help confirming the year of production and the exact model.
  • Any additional information about the approximate value of this watch, as I’m interested in learning more about its history and possible value in the vintage watch market.
  • I also have some photos of the watch if anyone is interested in seeing them to help with the identification.
I really appreciate any help you can provide. Thanks in advance!

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Passover
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Hi,

the movement number dates the watch to around 1954

If you want an honest opinion on the condition?

Very bad condition:
Dial is badly repainted
Hands are in bad condition (if original at all, hard to tell)
Case is strongly overpolished
Bezel is missing
Wrong crown

Can't comment on the movement, pictures are too bad

So nearly no economic value IMO, sorry!

EDIT: "Exact model" Reference number is standing on the inner side of the caseback, should be 2652
Edited:
 
JimInOz
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While the above assesment may seem a bit harsh, it's the truth.
I'm not too familiar with Connies, but this one stood out to me as a basket case.

Back to real life though. It may be worth nothing to the casual buyer just after a watch, even less than nothing to a collector.
However, it's a family piece, therefore the value isn't in the watch, but in the memories it holds when looked at on your wrist.
 
MtV
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Passover Passover
Hi,

the movement number dates the watch to around 1954

If you want an honest opinion on the condition?

Very bad condition:
Dial is badly repainted
Hands are in bad condition (if original at all, hard to tell)
Case is strongly overpolished
Bezel is missing
Wrong crown

Can't comment on the movement, pictures are too bad

So nearly no economic value IMO, sorry!

EDIT: "Exact model" Reference number is standing on the inner side of the caseback, should be 2652

Correct assessment, just two details: It’s a 2852, as mentioned by the OP. That’s the model reference.

And the 2852 was launched in 1956, so it’ll be from ca. 56-59.
 
Eliseo Gallo
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Passover Passover
Hi,

the movement number dates the watch to around 1954

If you want an honest opinion on the condition?

Very bad condition:
Dial is badly repainted
Hands are in bad condition (if original at all, hard to tell)
Case is strongly overpolished
Bezel is missing
Wrong crown

Can't comment on the movement, pictures are too bad

So nearly no economic value IMO, sorry!

EDIT: "Exact model" Reference number is standing on the inner side of the caseback, should be 2652
Thanks for your time, I'm still going to consider repairing it as original as possible, it has sentimental value.
 
Eliseo Gallo
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JimInOz JimInOz
While the above assesment may seem a bit harsh, it's the truth.
I'm not too familiar with Connies, but this one stood out to me as a basket case.

Back to real life though. It may be worth nothing to the casual buyer just after a watch, even less than nothing to a collector.
However, it's a family piece, therefore the value isn't in the watch, but in the memories it holds when looked at on your wrist.
Thanks, that's right. If anyone knows where I can take a watch like that to get it repaired in the most original way possible, I would appreciate it.
 
felsby
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Eliseo Gallo Eliseo Gallo
Thanks, that's right. If anyone knows where I can take a watch like that to get it repaired in the most original way possible, I would appreciate it.
There a watchmakers specialized in restoring vintage watches. Which country are you from?
The bezel is hard to source but some vietnamese watchmakers will make you a replacement. It should be 18k gold like the original.
An 2852 gold crown will be possible to find.
The dial ideally should be repainted to a higher standard. Some european shops will do it.
I am not sure that original hands can be found, but it is easy to find better examples.

If money is not a limitation, you could also consider sending the watch to Omega. They will take care of the whole process. The cost will be high, though.
 
Peemacgee
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felsby felsby
The bezel is hard to source but some vietnamese watchmakers will make you a replacement. It should be 18k gold like the original.

IIRC on a gold capped watch the bezel will be solid 14k gold ( to match the 14k gold cap itself)
But of course on an 18k watch the bezel will be 18k gold.
 
felsby
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Peemacgee Peemacgee
IIRC on a gold capped watch the bezel will be solid 14k gold ( to match the 14k gold cap itself)
But of course on an 18k watch the bezel will be 18k gold.
Yes, you are right.
 
SOG53
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felsby felsby
If money is not a limitation, you could also consider sending the watch to Omega. They will take care of the whole process. The cost will be high, though.
In this situation I second the suggestion to send to Omega. So much is needed to restore this watch, and it will come back like a new watch in the original case, and while collectors in general are not looking for this, for a family heirloom I think it is appropriate as OP can then wear it safely and proudly.
Im guessing cost $2000 range??
 
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