Omega - De Ville - No reserve price - 511.268 - Women - 1970

Now available at auction from Second Vintage

A charming vintage ladies' De Ville, this 1970 Omega features a distinctive faceted crystal that brilliantly catches the light. The striking geometry of the crystal integrates beautifully into the small stainless steel case, perfectly complemented by an ornate, period-correct jewelry bracelet.

Brand: Omega
Model: De Ville
Reference Number: 511.268
Serial Number: 29558770
Movement: Manual-winding Caliber 485
Dial: Silver sunburst with applied baton indices
Case Size: 17 mm (excluding the crown)
Case Material: Stainless steel
Production Year: 1970
Condition: Good vintage condition. Timegrapher: -12-15s/day, performing remarkably well.

Dial and Hands
The well-preserved and highly legible dial features a striking silver sunburst finish that radiates outward, providing an elegant backdrop for the applied baton indices. The printed text remains crisp and intact, presenting a very clean overall appearance with minimal signs of aging. Contrasting beautifully against the bright dial are the black baton hands, their finish perfectly intact without any visible oxidation or damage.

Case and Crystal
The small, round stainless steel case exhibits honest wear consistent with its age, showing moderate surface scratches and handling wear along its polished flanks. Instead of a traditional separate bezel, the distinctive heavily faceted crystal integrates directly into the case design, offering a striking architectural edge. The crystal itself displays some minor surface scratches visible under direct light. Turning the watch over, the press-in caseback exterior shows light wear. A knurled crown, proudly signed with the Omega logo on its face, completes the case profile.

Movement
Powering this elegant timepiece is the Omega Caliber 485, a reliable manual-winding mechanical movement. The copper-colored plating is bright and intact, presenting beautifully with no visible corrosion, oxidation, or significant tool marks. The screws and jewels appear remarkably clean, and the movement proudly bears its OMEGA WATCH Co and SEVENTEEN 17 JEWELS engravings alongside the serial and caliber numbers. Timegrapher results show -12-15s/day. Exhibiting remarkable accuracy and consistency, performing brilliantly for a vintage timepiece.

Strap
The watch is fitted with an ornate and period-correct jewelry-style bracelet featuring decorative stone-set links. Some of the stones show slight discoloration and age-related character, while the mesh-style lower sections display normal wear. The bracelet comfortably accommodates a maximum wrist size of 16.5cm.

Condition
Good vintage condition. The stainless steel case displays honest handling wear and moderate surface scratches on the polished flanks, while the faceted crystal shows minor surface scratches under direct light. The dial and hands remain in excellent, well-preserved condition, offering crisp contrast and minimal signs of aging. The period-correct jewelry bracelet shows normal wear and charming age-related discoloration to some of its decorative stones. The manual-winding Caliber 485 is exceptionally clean and, supported by the recorded timegrapher result, is performing very strongly.

Dimensions
The case measures 17 mm (excluding the crown).

Remarks
This De Ville offers a wonderful opportunity to acquire a distinctive 1970 Omega with true architectural flair. The combination of the heavily faceted crystal and the ornate jewelry bracelet creates a captivating presence on the wrist, backed by a beautifully preserved manual-winding movement.

History
The Omega De Ville reference 511.0268, the modern formatting for the 511.268 stamped on this caseback, was introduced to the international collection in 1967. Designed as an elegant ladies' timepiece, it perfectly captured the refined aesthetics of the era with its compact proportions and striking crystal integration. Powered by the dependable manual-winding Caliber 485, these models reflect Omega's dedication to producing high-quality, beautifully finished mechanical movements even in their most petite dress watches.

Payment and Shipping
Payment must be completed within 1–3 days after purchase.
Your watch will be professionally and securely packaged, then shipped with tracking and insurance for your peace of mind.
We use fast express shipping, with typical delivery within 1–4 business days, depending on the destination.
Please note that vintage watches may show minor signs of wear, aging, or imperfections, which are considered normal for watches of this age.
We kindly ask you to review all photos carefully before bidding. We photograph each watch from multiple angles to provide the most accurate representation possible, and the photos form an important part of the description.
The timegrapher assessment if provided is seen as an indication of the movement’s condition under fully wound testing conditions. As with all vintage watches, results may vary in daily use.
If you have any concerns regarding functionality or defects after delivery, please contact us within 3 days of receiving the watch so we can assist you.
As with all used watches, water resistance is not guaranteed.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact us after the auction ends.

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SKU: OME-DVX-0050