Omega - De Ville - No reserve price - Women - 1960-1969
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The Omega De Ville ladies’ wristwatch, reference 511.256, dates from the late 1960s or 1970s and has a manual-winding mechanical calibre 485, a 25 mm stainless-steel case, a silver dial and a black leather strap, with minor signs of wear.
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OMEGA DE VILLE VINTAGE – REF. 511.256 – STAINLESS STEEL – MANUAL WINDING – 1960s/70s – SILVER DIAL – SWISS MADE
Elegant vintage Omega De Ville wristwatch, reference 511.256, made in Switzerland and part of Omega’s renowned collection of classic timepieces.
This is a ladies’ model with compact dimensions, an attractive rounded-square stainless steel case, a silver dial, and a mechanical manual-winding movement.
Its understated, refined design is characteristic of Swiss dress watches from the late 1960s and early 1970s.
Identification
- Brand: Omega.
- Collection: De Ville.
- Case reference: 511.256.
- Period: Late 1960s / 1970s.
- Origin: Switzerland.
- Movement: Mechanical, manual winding.
- Caliber: To be confirmed by directly inspecting the movement.
- Type: Vintage ladies’ wristwatch.
- Case material: Stainless steel.
- Dial: Silver.
- Strap: Black.
Stainless steel case
The case has an elegant rounded-square silhouette, compact proportions, and a classic design.
It is made of stainless steel, as confirmed by the interior inscription ACIER INOXYDABLE.
The following markings can be seen inside the caseback:
OMEGA WATCH CO. – FAB. SUISSE – SWISS MADE – 511.256
These inscriptions make it possible to identify the watch’s case reference precisely. The ridged crown, positioned at three o’clock, has a silver-tone finish.
Dial and hands
Silver dial with a satin finish, applied baton hour markers, and a minimalist design.
The Omega logo and the name of the manufacturer appear at the top. The inscription DE VILLE appears in the lower half, while SWISS MADE can be read at six o’clock.
It has two central hour and minute hands in a gold tone, creating an attractive contrast with the silver dial. The overall look retains the elegant, understated aesthetic of vintage Swiss watchmaking.
Mechanical movement
Swiss mechanical manual-winding movement, signed Omega. Photographs of the mechanism with the caseback removed are included, allowing its construction and finish to be seen. With caliber 485.
Strap
Black leather strap with a metal buckle. The strap and buckle are not guaranteed to be original Omega.
Condition
Vintage watch with normal signs of wear and age.
Its operation, accuracy, and power reserve have not been checked, so its mechanical condition and whether it requires servicing cannot be guaranteed.
The photographs form part of the description and show the item’s actual condition.
Collector interest
Omega De Ville watches from this period are appreciated for their elegant proportions, timeless aesthetic, and Swiss mechanical movements.
Reference 511.256 is a representative example of Omega dress watchmaking from the late 1960s and early 1970s.
The watch shown in the photographs is offered without its box or documentation.
OMEGA DE VILLE VINTAGE – REF. 511.256 – STAINLESS STEEL – MANUAL WINDING – 1960s/70s – SILVER DIAL – SWISS MADE
Elegant vintage Omega De Ville wristwatch, reference 511.256, made in Switzerland and part of Omega’s renowned collection of classic timepieces.
This is a ladies’ model with compact dimensions, an attractive rounded-square stainless steel case, a silver dial, and a mechanical manual-winding movement.
Its understated, refined design is characteristic of Swiss dress watches from the late 1960s and early 1970s.
Identification
- Brand: Omega.
- Collection: De Ville.
- Case reference: 511.256.
- Period: Late 1960s / 1970s.
- Origin: Switzerland.
- Movement: Mechanical, manual winding.
- Caliber: To be confirmed by directly inspecting the movement.
- Type: Vintage ladies’ wristwatch.
- Case material: Stainless steel.
- Dial: Silver.
- Strap: Black.
Stainless steel case
The case has an elegant rounded-square silhouette, compact proportions, and a classic design.
It is made of stainless steel, as confirmed by the interior inscription ACIER INOXYDABLE.
The following markings can be seen inside the caseback:
OMEGA WATCH CO. – FAB. SUISSE – SWISS MADE – 511.256
These inscriptions make it possible to identify the watch’s case reference precisely. The ridged crown, positioned at three o’clock, has a silver-tone finish.
Dial and hands
Silver dial with a satin finish, applied baton hour markers, and a minimalist design.
The Omega logo and the name of the manufacturer appear at the top. The inscription DE VILLE appears in the lower half, while SWISS MADE can be read at six o’clock.
It has two central hour and minute hands in a gold tone, creating an attractive contrast with the silver dial. The overall look retains the elegant, understated aesthetic of vintage Swiss watchmaking.
Mechanical movement
Swiss mechanical manual-winding movement, signed Omega. Photographs of the mechanism with the caseback removed are included, allowing its construction and finish to be seen. With caliber 485.
Strap
Black leather strap with a metal buckle. The strap and buckle are not guaranteed to be original Omega.
Condition
Vintage watch with normal signs of wear and age.
Its operation, accuracy, and power reserve have not been checked, so its mechanical condition and whether it requires servicing cannot be guaranteed.
The photographs form part of the description and show the item’s actual condition.
Collector interest
Omega De Ville watches from this period are appreciated for their elegant proportions, timeless aesthetic, and Swiss mechanical movements.
Reference 511.256 is a representative example of Omega dress watchmaking from the late 1960s and early 1970s.
The watch shown in the photographs is offered without its box or documentation.
Details
Brand
Omega
Gender
Women
Model
De Ville
Band material
Leather
Shipped insured
No
Period
1960-1969
Repainted dial
No
Movement
Manual winding
Case material
Steel
Original box included
No
Original papers included
No
Case diameter
25 mm
Original warranty included
No
Condition
Very good - minor signs of wear
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