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Omega Constellation - newbie looking for info

  1. bczajk May 10, 2015

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    While I am not new to watches, I have never owned a vintage Omega and after recently acquiring one, I am trying to find out more about it and what it might be worth. It is a constellation in a stainless steel case with a gold observatory on the back. The movement is a calibre 501. The watch is in running condition. The case number is 2852 4 SC. The movement is numbered in the 14,881,xxx range. I have done some searching on the internet and prices seem to be all over the place. Can anyone tell me more about this watch and an estimate of what would be a fair price for it?
     
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  2. Mothra May 10, 2015

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    all I think I can say based on the photos above is that the movement looks ok, I think the lugs look thin from the back, but the dial has some dial warts and I suspect its going to get worse. Need a decent photo of the front to tell much more. Dial alone would kill this one for me.
     
  3. bczajk May 10, 2015

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    I agree with your thoughts on the dial. Was this a common occurrence on Omega's of this era, or due to moisture getting in? Attached are some additional photos. Thanks.
     
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  4. CanberraOmega Rabbitohs and Whisky Supporter May 10, 2015

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    I'd suggest $600-$900? The dial obviously is the issue. Cleaned up, it would be $1000ish?
     
  5. kyle L Grasshopper Staff Member May 10, 2015

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    Can't really clean up the dial, I would leave it as is so there is no risk in damaging it. It would probably sell for $650-800ish on ebay.
     
  6. bczajk May 10, 2015

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    Thanks for the prompt replies and estimates. Glad I joined the forum.
     
  7. TexOmega May 13, 2015

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    So, what's wrong with a few well earned spots? My Constellation shows the Big Dipper.

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    Well, you have to down two shots real quick, first, but that Big Dipper really POPS shortly thereafter. Trust me.
     
  8. STANDY schizophrenic pizza orderer and watch collector May 13, 2015

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    Fair price would be what you paid I hope ??
     
  9. TexOmega May 13, 2015

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    Love the crosshair, too
     
  10. axiale May 14, 2015

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    Nice omega,Pie Pan dial?