Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces.

Geneva, Nov 12, 2017

LOT 503

OMEGA, SPEEDMASTER APOLLO, REF. 145.012 A fine and extremely rare, manual wind chronograph steel wristwatch with protective case.

CHF 55,000 - 75,000

HKD 440,000 - 600,000 / USD 55,000 - 75,000


Grading System
Grade:
Case: 3-8

Good

Slightly scratched

Movement: 3*

Good

Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense

Dial: 2-10-01

Very good

Patinated

HANDS Original

Brand Omega

Model Speedmaster Apollo

Reference Ref. ST145.012

Year 1968

Bracelet Velcro Omega strap

Numbers Movement N. 25'009'490

Caliber 321

Dimensions 42 mm. (without protective case)

Signature Dial, case and movement.

Accessories Omega letter and copy of the Omega archive.

Notes

According to the accompanying letter from Marco Richon of Omega dated 1998, they confirm the production of this piece made in 1968 for the retailer De Marchi in Turin. According to our research and the fact that no other pieces have ever surfaced on the auction market, we can safely assume that this piece was made in very few examples with a white radial dial and hands. A rare opportunity to acquire a never previously seen Omega Speedmaster. Interestingly the watch also comes accompanied by a photocopy of the delivery card from Omega that confirms its production in 1968, a testament to its originality.