Omega Constellation silver face sold in 1968

Hahaha, so I'm back again already, but in my defence I saw this Constellation completely by chance in a shop window whilst I'm on holiday.

So straight away, I think it's over priced at £1,500 and unless someone tells me that is some kind of incredibly rare model (which I really don't think it is) I have no intention to buy unless it is significantly reduced. This is more for my education purposes tbh.

Apologies for the poor picture, I can go in again (I did handle the watch) and get better pictures if there's no immediate red flags. This was the first time actually seeing a Constellation in the flesh, and I have to admit it lives up to pictures I've seen.

I wondered about the hands, but I've been on other threads on this forum and seen some the same so I think they're okay. The crown looks like it is the type that you'd find on this watch at the point it was sold. The bracelet looks original, and would have been one sold with this model.

There are some marks on the glass and dial. The glass is apparently original. The constellation emblem on the back is clear and defined and is all stainless, not silver and gold or anything obvious to suggest it came from another watch.

Ther are no heavy scratches on the case, but there is some dirt/black marks on the bracelet.

It's stated as having the original box (as shown in the picture), has the original bill of sale from 1968, was serviced 2 months ago and comes with 1 year warranty.

What I haven't done yet is to get the back off to make sure it has (I assume) the correct 564 caliber workings, that the serial number is 1968 or before, the parts are all copper coloured and to see if the service has been well done (which I would definitely need help on).

So, thanks if you actually read this far, advice and education much appreciated!

Brilliant, thanks

Thanks for these replies, very helpful.

For my education, I'd appreciate it if you could give me more info/direct me to a thread or website on the models for the Constellation during the 60s and 70s? I'm struggling to see what makes a rare model and what was common.

Also, is the badly damaged face the marking that can be seen between the date window and 4 o'clock mark?

Also wondering how much premium, if any, is placed on having the original box and documentation?

Appreciate you were not put on this earth to educate me, so no worries if no reply.

Oh, and how could you tell the case had been polished. As simple as just looking too shiny?

Brilliant, thanks Harry!

Oh, yes, I've read the article and think I see it now. The lugs should have a distinct change in angle near to the point of attachment for the bracelet. On the 5 o'clock one (top right) it looks good, whereas the others are rounded from the polishing.