Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces...
Geneva, Nov 10, 2019
LOT 325
OMEGA, REF. 348.0802, SPEEDMASTER APOLLO XI, GOLD
A fine and very rare, manual wind, 18k yellow gold chronograph wristwatch.
Brand Omega
Model Speedmaster
Reference 348.0802
Year Sold in November 1980 to Germany
Movement No. 45.580.560
Calibre 861L
Case No. A 073
Bracelet 18k yellow gold Omega bracelet, approx. overall length 162 mm
Diameter 42 mm
Signature Dial, Case and Movement
Accessories Extract from the archives and fitted box
CHF 20,000 - 30,000
HKD 160,000 - 240,000 / USD 20,000 - 30,000
Sold: CHF 23,750
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AAA |
Excellent |
Case: 3-8 |
Good Slightly scratched |
Movement: 2* |
Very good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 2-01 |
Very good HANDS Original |
Notes
Made in approximately 300 pieces in yellow gold only, this commemorative edition was first launched in 1980, date at which this piece was produced and sold to Germany. Fitted with a special 19-jewel movement that can be viewed through the crystal back, this early version has the Swiss made signature at the bottom of the dial. It makes this reference one of the rarest edition of yellow gold Speedmasters ever produced.