Here is a unique and rare vintage Omega Centenary Chronometre automatic watch. The Omega Centenary is known as the predecessor of the Omega Constellation. There are two Centenary model references, under 2500 and 2499. 2500 is the bigger version of the two references. This piece that is for sale here is the 2499 version, and it measures 33mm across, excluding the crown by 40.4mm lug tip to lug tip. The unpolished case is made of 18k solid gold. Brand new acrylic crystal. Stunning and attractive factory original finish 18k gold dial in very good condition with minimal age spots. Professionally serviced automatic movement running solid and accurate. The movement calibre is 343 with serial number 11518222, dating this watch to 1948. This watch will come with a new 18mm high-quality genuine leather strap—Ready for everyday wearing. The wrist size in the photo is 6 inches. There are two versions of this 2499 reference, and this is the second version which comes with the luxury finish bumper automatic movement, with a total production of 5000 pieces. Many have been melted for gold in the past or the watch is in poor condition. So, if you're looking for something rare, do not miss this opportunity to own this timepiece.
1948 OMEGA CENTENARY CHRONOMETRE
Circa: 1948
Model: Centenary
Calibre: 343
Movement serial #: 11518222
Jewel count: 17 jewels
Movement Type: Automatic wind
Case model: 2499
Case Material: 18k gold
Case gasket: Does not take a gasket
Crystal: New acrylic crystal
Crown: Signed
Case Diameter excluding crown: 33mm
Case length lug tip to lug tip: 40.4mm
Dial: Factory original finish
Hand type: Dauphine (original)
Strap material: genuine leather
Strap width between lugs: 18mm
Wrist size in photo: 6 inches