Thoughts on this 2852 Constellation?

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JGTRENTO

·Jul 20, 2020

Hello everyone!

Just came accross this Coonie and would like to know what are your thoughts regarding originality and conservation state in general. Although in some pics the gold seems yellow, seller said all gold parts are rose.

Case seems to be in good shape - it's not weird that it is steel and the indexes/hands are gold, right? Also, seller says it is the original box.

Any ideas of a fair value for the piece? Thanks a lot!

 

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MtV

·Jul 20, 2020

That is likely A original box, but surely not THE original box - it’s a generic Omega service box, nothing specific to a Constellation.

 

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gbesq

·Jul 20, 2020

The dial condition alone would be a pass for me.

 

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janice&fred

·Jul 20, 2020

I like the watch and the dial aging doesn't bother me, and not uncommon for a steel watch to have gold markers but wouldn't the hands be gold colored as well? Maybe those more familiar with that model will know.

 

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MikeMan2727

·Jul 20, 2020

gbesq

The dial condition alone would be a pass for me.

I agree - I would pass on it due to the dial as well.

It is interesting how sharp the case is and relatively clean the movement is with a dial like that.

If you like the patina, ask the seller for a picture in outdoor light without any editing or filter. The hands look like they could be gold, but it might just be the lighting. Gold markers and stainless hands would not be correct.

 

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JGTRENTO

·Jul 20, 2020

Thanks, everyone! I actually don't mind the patina - I even like it a little bit - and the hands are in rose gold as well.

Any thoughts on a fair price for it? Thanks again.

 

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gbesq

·Jul 20, 2020

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Thanks, everyone! I actually don't mind the patina - I even like it a little bit - and the hands are in rose gold as well.

Any thoughts on a fair price for it? Thanks again.

Check the completed and sold listings on eBay for the same reference. That should give you a range, depending upon condition.

 

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MikeMan2727

·Jul 20, 2020

J JGTRENTO

Thanks, everyone! I actually don't mind the patina - I even like it a little bit - and the hands are in rose gold as well.

Any thoughts on a fair price for it? Thanks again.

I think it would be more helpful to know what the seller is asking first to know if the ballpark price is even reasonable. The prices on these Constellations vary a lot based on condition.

Does he have a price posted or is it a "send me your best offer and I'll think about it"?

 

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JGTRENTO

·Jul 20, 2020

MikeMan2727

I think it would be more helpful to know what the seller is asking first to know if the ballpark price is even reasonable. The prices on these Constellations vary a lot based on condition.

Does he have a price posted or is it a "send me your best offer and I'll think about it"?

Yup, he is asking ~USD740,00 for it.

 

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MikeMan2727

·Jul 20, 2020

Oh, that is actually not too bad - definitely in the realm of reality!

 

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Peemacgee

·Jul 20, 2020

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Uncommon shark tooth indices on pie pan dial.
Rose gold furniture.
Sharp SS case.
Decent looking movt.
omega buckle.

if you like the patina $740 is a steal.

edit: you do need better straight on pics of the dial to make sure all is fine there.

 

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gbesq

·Jul 20, 2020

I agree that $740 USD is a very good price for a 2852 in this condition.

 

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cristos71

·Jul 20, 2020

The dial is just about on the right side of acceptable, but the excellent case condition, clean looking movement and sharp price make it a definite buy!

 

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Masterofkarate

·Jul 20, 2020

Just judging the case and movement alone, 740 is a steal in this condition. And the dial isn't all that bad.

 

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ConElPueblo

·Jul 20, 2020

janice&fred

I like the watch and the dial aging doesn't bother me, and not uncommon for a steel watch to have gold markers but wouldn't the hands be gold colored as well? Maybe those more familiar with that model will know.

The hands look ok to me. Constellations with yellow gold indices have slightly rose-coloured gold hands which these seem to be.

That case condition is superb.

 

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MtV

·Jul 20, 2020

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Yup, he is asking ~USD740,00 for it.

I wouldn’t have been surprised with an additional 1 before that number. That’s positively surprising.

 

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Maskelyne

·Jul 21, 2020

In my opinion the dial is in poor condition, but the case is not and worth a flawless dial. Prices for some Omega watches are "ballistic", take that in consideration.

Edited: Jul 21, 2020

 

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Shabbaz

·Jul 21, 2020

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Yup, he is asking ~USD740,00 for it.

Go

 

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killer67

·Jul 21, 2020

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Yup, he is asking ~USD740,00 for it.

l got dibs if you pass on it 😁

 

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Masterofkarate

·Jul 21, 2020

Let us know if you got it😉 And if You did not, I think alot of us here are interested. I know I am😀