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Omega Constellation - solid gold bezel, or gold plated?

  1. JohnWT

    JohnWT May 30, 2015

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    I have a quick question for any Connie collectors out there. My Constellation (pictured) has a gold capped case and bracelet, however I'm not sure about the material used in the bezel. All of the c-shape Connies featuring fluted bezels I've been able to find online have had solid gold bezels, so I'm not sure if it's gold or just gold-plated. The model number is 168.0017.
    Cheers in advance.
     
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  2. mondodec

    mondodec Editor Constellation Collectors Blog May 30, 2015

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    Hi, the model number for the knurled bezel C Shapes should be 168.027 and should have the quick-set calibre 564. The bezel on gold capped models is 14k solid gold.

    Cheers

    Desmond
     
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  3. JohnWT

    JohnWT May 30, 2015

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    Hi Desmond, thanks for your reply.

    I've just checked the caseback for myself and it is indeed the 168.027 model (and calibre 564 movement). The Ebay seller I bought it from must have listed it with the wrong model number.

    Cheers, John