Forte dei Marmi Auction
Forte Dei Marmi, Jun 24, 2022
LOT 108
OMEGA
REF.145.022, MOONWATCH, LIMITED EDITION 720/1014, 18K YELLOW GOLD
REF.145.022, MOONWATCH, LIMITED EDITION 720/1014, 18K YELLOW GOLD
EUR 30,000 - 60,000
USD 31,900 - 64,000 / HKD 250,000 - 500,000 / CHF 31,200 - 63,000
A rare manual-winding 18K yellow gold chronograph wristwatch with 30
minute and 12 hour recorder accompanied by the original Extract of the
Archives.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AAA |
Excellent |
Case: 2-8 |
Very good Slightly scratched |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 2-01 |
Very good HANDS Original |
Brand Omega
Model Speedmaster Professional Moonwatch
Reference BA 145.022
Year Circa 1969
Movement No. 28.422.279
Case No. Not applicable
Bracelet Original Omega 18K yellow gold Length 180 mm (approx.)
Caliber 861
Dimensions 42 mm
Weight Gr. 156 (approx.)
Signature Dial, case and movement
Accessories Omega Original Extract from the Archives
Notes
The Omega Speedmaster
Chronograph reference 145.022
in yellow gold was released
to commemorate an historical
accomplishment, the landing of the
Apollo XI spaceship on the surface of
the moon.
Omega produced 1014 examples; 32 of them were donated to mission astronauts with a special engraving on the case-back. The remaining watches were sold to the general public like the present one featuring noteworthy specifics that give the watch a unique charm.
Omega produced 1014 examples; 32 of them were donated to mission astronauts with a special engraving on the case-back. The remaining watches were sold to the general public like the present one featuring noteworthy specifics that give the watch a unique charm.