Omega - De Ville - Women - 1967

Main features

Model: De Ville. Originally, this line was part of the Seamaster collection before becoming an independent Omega collection in 1967.

Case: Round shape, solid 18k gold (18k).
Dial: Silver or champagne sunburst style with applied baton indices, very characteristic of the minimalist aesthetic of the era.

Movement: It is a hand-wound movement. The hallmark is the Swiss guarantee hallmark "Helvetia", representing a woman's profile.

This is clear evidence that the watch case is made of 18-carat gold (750‰).

What you need to know about this hallmark:

Meaning: Used in Switzerland since 1881, it guarantees that the object is of national manufacture with a minimum fineness of 750/1000 (18k gold).

Location: On Omega watches of this era, it is often found on the lugs (the bracelet attachments) or on the edge of the case, as in this instance.

Distinctive detail: If you look closely, you can see a small letter or symbol (called a "difference" or ‘punch’) under the profile, which indicates which Swiss certification office checked the watch (for example, a "G" for Geneva or a "B" for Biel/Bienne).
This hallmark confirms that your Omega De Ville is not simply gold-plated, but solid gold. This greatly increases its value, both for collectors and for the weight of precious metal.

We also find the same hallmark, accompanied by the number "750" and the Omega logo, engraved on the inside of the case back.

BRACELET
Brand marking difference: The mark "Emile Pequignet" corresponds to an independent French watchmaking house, founded in 1973 in Morteau. Omega is a Swiss manufacturer that makes its own bracelets, usually marked with the Ω (Omega) logo on the inside of the leather and on the clasp.

Replacement accessory: It is very common for the original leather strap of a vintage watch to wear out over time (after 10 or 15 years). The previous owner simply replaced the worn leather with a high-quality strap from Pequignet, a brand renowned for its leathers and craftsmanship.

Material: The mention "Croco Véritable" confirms it is a premium replacement strap. The original Omega models of this era were often supplied with lizard or calf leather, although alligator leather existed for gold models.