Interiors & Decorations

Jewellery & Precious Stones

Watches, Pens & Lighters

Fashion

Coins & Stamps

Comics & Animation

Classic Cars, Motorcycles & Automobilia

Wine, Whisky & Spirits

Asian & Tribal Art

Trading Cards

Toys & Models

Archaeology & Natural History

Sports

Music, Movies & Cameras

Books & Historical Memorabilia

The finest objects brought to you by {name}

Erwin Dekker

Offered in this auction by Second Vintage

This is a magnificent opportunity to acquire a quintessential mid-century classic, the Omega Seamaster De Ville. Combining the robust, reliable engineering of the famed Seamaster line with the elegant, sophisticated aesthetics of a formal dress watch, this timepiece perfectly encapsulates the golden era of Swiss watchmaking. Featuring a stunningly aged silver dial, a beautiful domed crystal, and a high-grade movement adjusted to five positions, this 1963 example is a highly attractive and collectible piece that brings undeniable vintage charm to any wrist. 

Brand: Omega
Model: Seamaster De Ville
Reference Number: 166.020
Serial Number: 20703241
Movement: Automatic Caliber 562, 24 jewels, adjusted to five positions and temperature
Dial: Silver sunburst with applied gold-tone indices and date window
Case Size: 35 mm
Case Material: Gold-capped over stainless steel
Production Year: 1963
Condition: Good vintage condition. The watch presents a beautiful and honest vintage character with a nicely preserved dial and case showing highly attractive aging. The timegrapher result of -13 to -15 seconds per day indicates a healthy movement offering reliable vintage performance.

Dial and Hands
The watch features a beautiful silver sunburst dial that has aged gracefully over the decades, developing a warm and even vintage patina that provides immense character. It is adorned with applied faceted gold-tone baton indices that catch the light brilliantly, along with an applied Omega logo and elegant script indicating the Seamaster De Ville lineage. A date aperture is positioned at three o'clock, neatly framed in gold. The classic dauphine hands retain their original luminous material, which has oxidized to a handsome, dark golden tone, further enhancing the authentic mid-century appeal of this remarkable timepiece.

Case and Crystal
The sophisticated 35 mm case boasts a rich gold-capped finish over a stainless steel core, offering a luxurious and substantial presence. The elegant straight lugs and polished bezel remain well-defined, showing normal and honest wear consistent with its age, maintaining a highly attractive overall shape. The original Omega-signed crown is present and crisp. Enhancing the vintage aesthetic is a striking domed acrylic crystal, which perfectly contours the case and creates wonderful, warm distortions around the dial edge. The stainless steel caseback is a particular highlight, proudly displaying a deeply embossed and well-preserved Seamaster hippocampus logo alongside the classic waterproof engraving.

Movement
Powering this elegant timepiece is the highly regarded Omega Caliber 562 automatic movement. This exceptional copper-toned caliber features 24 jewels and is notably adjusted to five positions and temperature, reflecting an impressive commitment to precision chronometry typical of Omega's finest production during this era. The movement is visually clean, showcasing beautiful original finishing and crisp engravings throughout. The timegrapher result of -13 to -15 seconds per day indicates a healthy movement offering reliable vintage performance.

Strap
The watch is paired with a supple brown leather strap featuring vintage-style cream contrast stitching. This choice of strap beautifully complements the warm gold tones of the case and the aged patina of the dial, ensuring the watch is perfectly suited for immediate daily wear or elegant evening occasions.

Condition
Good vintage condition. The watch shows normal, honest vintage wear throughout, with a case that remains structurally sound and highly attractive. Visible handling marks and light scratches are present but do not detract from the stunning overall presentation. The dial and hands display a moderate, highly appealing patina that is perfectly consistent with a beloved timepiece from 1963. The timegrapher result of -13 to -15 seconds per day indicates a healthy movement offering reliable vintage performance.

Dimensions
The watch features a classic vintage case size measuring exactly 35 mm in diameter, excluding the signed crown. 

Remarks
The Seamaster De Ville represents a masterful intersection of versatile durability and refined styling. The combination of the heavily domed vintage crystal, the chronometer-grade adjustments on the Caliber 562 movement, and the exceptionally crisp seahorse caseback makes this specific configuration incredibly desirable. It is a fantastic opportunity for collectors seeking a wearable, historically significant Omega with an undeniable presence.

History
Introduced in the early 1960s, the De Ville collection originally began as a refined subset of the robust Seamaster line before eventually becoming its own independent family. Omega designed these specific models to offer the renowned durability and waterproof engineering of the Seamaster family, but packaged within a much more elegant, slim, and dressy profile suitable for formal occasions. Produced in 1963, this timepiece perfectly captures the mid-century optimism and aesthetic perfection that defined Omega's legendary historical catalog.

Payment and Shipping
Payment must be completed within 1–3 days after purchase.
Your watch will be professionally and very securely packaged, and shipped with tracking and insurance for your peace of mind. We ship via fast express service, with typical delivery in 1–4 business days (destination dependent).
Note that with vintage watches, minor signs of wear, aging, or imperfections may be present and are considered normal for watches of this age.
Please review all photos carefully before bidding. We strive to photograph each watch from multiple angles for the most accurate representation. The photos form an important part of the description.
If there are any concerns of functionality or defects after delivery, make sure to contact us within 3 days of receiving the watch so we can assist you.
As with all vintage watches, water resistance is not guaranteed.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact us after the auction ends.

/ Second Vintage

SKU: OME1SFDG7D000

Automatic - Gold/Steel

Omega - Seamaster De Ville - 166.02 - Men - 1963

Watches

Reserve price

No reserve price

Budget

From

Closing date

Wednesday

Thursday

today

Friday

tomorrow

Saturday

Sunday

5 October

6 October

7 October

Location

Japan

Italy

The Netherlands

Türkiye

France

Germany

Spain

Latvia

Poland

Hong Kong

Romania

Lithuania

Portugal

Taiwan

United Kingdom

Belgium

Singapore

Hungary

Greece

Switzerland

Austria

Sweden

Bulgaria

Czech Republic

Slovak Republic

Brand

Seiko

Omega

Rolex

Tecnotempo

Tissot

Longines

TAG Heuer

Tudor

Citizen

Norton

Cartier

Breitling

Rado

Hamilton

Gucci

Bvlgari

Locman

Hermès

Mathey-Tissot

Oris

Orient

Casio

Bulova

Maurice Lacroix

Case diameter

40 mm

42 mm

36 mm

41 mm

34 mm

38 mm

43 mm

39 mm

44 mm

35 mm

37 mm

45 mm

33 mm

32 mm

46 mm

26 mm

28 mm

30 mm

24 mm

31 mm

25 mm

Greater than 50 mm

22 mm

Less than 20 mm

29 mm

Watch band length

Regular (180–200 mm)

Short (160–180 mm)

Long (over 200 mm)

Very short (under 160 mm)

Object

Watch

Mechanical watch

Chronograph watch

Pocket watch

Watch winder

Wristwatch parts

Digital watch

Stopwatch

Marriage watch

Watch accessory

Watch band

Chronograph pocket watch

Clock

Smartwatch

Watch case

Watch necklace

Animation merchandise

Bracelet

Country of origin

Material

Stainless steel

Steel

Gold-plated

Gold/Steel

Titanium

Ceramic

Yellow gold

Chromed

Silver

Bioceramic

Gold-filled

Gold

Pink gold

White gold

Metal

Plastic

Aluminium

Bronze

Carbon

Silverplated

Platinum

Tungsten

Argentan

Gunmetal

Polycarbon

Gender

Women

Unisex

Condition

Very good - minor signs of wear

Good - visible signs of wear

Unworn - no signs of wear

Fair - major signs of wear

Unworn

Worn & in very good condition

Worn with little to no signs of use

Very good condition - slightly used with small signs of wear

Good condition - used with small signs of ageing

Very good

Vintage - used with visible signs of wear

In working condition with visible traces of use

Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear

Extras

Limited edition

with manual in opened box

Period

2020-2025

2010-2020

2000-2010

2025+

1990-1999

1970-1979

1960-1969

1980-1989

1950-1959

1900-1949

1850-1900

2020+

Earlier than 1850

1990-2000

Certification

No laboratory report

Watches

This object is no longer available, but there’s still lots to explore

Omega - Seamaster De Ville - 166.02 - Men - 1963

Popular in Watches

11556 objects

Related collections