Omega - 4970145 - 1900-1949

Overview
This is a very appealing antique Omega mechanical pocket watch with the refined and balanced character typical of early Swiss pocket watches. The clean white dial is easy to read and visually elegant, with bold black Arabic numerals, a striking red 12, subsidiary seconds at 6 o’clock, and a pair of finely pierced hands that give the watch strong period charm. The silver case has an attractive engine-turned back with a floral shield-shaped vacant cartouche, while the inner covers retain Omega silver marks and Grand Prix Paris 1900 decoration. Accompanied by an old matching pocket watch chain, the watch has a complete and highly collectible presentation. The strongest attraction lies in the combination of the Omega name, the red 12 dial detail, the 0.800 silver case mark, and the accompanying old chain.
Technical and condition details
Brand: Omega.
Type: Open-face mechanical pocket watch.
Function: Running when tested. No long-term accuracy test has been performed.
Diameter: Approx. 52.19 mm.
Weight: Approx. 97.02 g.
Dial: White dial with black Arabic numerals, a red 12, subsidiary seconds at 6 o’clock, and elegant pierced hands.
Movement: Signed Omega Swiss mechanical movement with visible regulator. Movement number 4950197.
Case: Silver-tone case with an engine-turned back and a floral shield-shaped vacant cartouche. Inner cover marked with the Omega stamp, 0.800 silver mark, and case number 4970145.
Inner dust cover: Engraved with Omega and Grand Prix Paris 1900 medal motifs, adding strong period identity and collector appeal.
Chain: Accompanied by an old double-strand pocket watch chain with a large top ring and twin end clasps. The chain suits the watch well and adds to the completeness of the set.
Condition: Honest vintage condition with age-related wear throughout. The dial presents attractively overall, with clear numerals and scales, though light age-related marks and fine hairlines are visible around the 12 o’clock area and in a few other places. The case shows normal surface wear, light edge rubbing, and age-related patina. The engine-turned back remains attractive, while the central cartouche shows light old surface scratches. The inner covers show expected opening and use marks. The movement appears complete and consistent with the natural condition of an antique Omega pocket watch. The chain also shows normal age and use wear. Overall, this remains an attractive Omega pocket watch with chain and strong display value.
Collector’s highlights
* Clearly signed Omega example with matching details on dial, case, dust cover, and movement
* Classic white dial with black Arabic numerals and a distinctive red 12
* Subsidiary seconds at 6 o’clock and elegant pierced hands add strong antique character
* Inner case marked 0.800, adding clear material interest
* Dust cover with Omega Grand Prix Paris 1900 medal decoration enhances period appeal
* Accompanied by an old double-strand pocket watch chain for a more complete and displayable set
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