{"product_id":"omega-de-ville-andrew-grima-automatic-ref-551-074-circa-1973","title":"Omega De Ville “Andrew Grima” Automatic Ref. 551.074 (circa 1973)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWHY WE CURATED IT:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eDe Villes are special in Omega history. Originally a sub-set of Seamasters, it diverged into a standalone line by 1967. Over time, technical milestones such as Omega’s first co-axial escapement and first anti-magnetic central tourbillon were housed in De Villes. But beyond technology, De Villes also channeled Omega’s brief forays into avant-garde design. In the 60s, Omega had famously convinced a reluctant Andrew Grima, rockstar British jeweller from London’s Mayfair, to collaborate on a once-off series of watches that “tell time through gemstones”. These were high-end bespoke pieces, and one of Grima’s conditions before agreeing was that the pieces must carry no Omega branding. Luckily for us, Omega re-introduced a range of De Villes under the “Time In Style” series in the 70s, a reimagining of Grima designs made affordable (and branded Omega). Like this one right here, an absolute gem (no pun intended) with a mirror-like dial, a jewel-faceted sapphire crystal and automatic movement. Absolutely killer on- or off-wrist and a stunning must-have for design lovers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCONDITION:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e9\/10, with minimal light hairlines, no nicks\/wear-down of gold surfaces. Intact hallmarks on the case side. Minimal microscopic marks on the crystal and dial from over half a century of careful use. Hands, dial text and indices remain pristine. Original signed crown. New aftermarket strap and buckle. Movement excellent with to-spec power reserve, strong amplitude, low beat error and accurate to ±10 secs\/day averaged from 6 timegrapher positions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDIMENSIONS:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e24mm width excl. crown\u003cbr\u003e39.2mm length incl. lugs\u003cbr\u003e10.6mm thickness\u003cbr\u003e14mm lug width\u003cbr\u003eVisual dial width ~17mm\u003cbr\u003eWrist in photos is 15.8cm in circumference\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCRYSTAL:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eSapphire\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCASE:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eSteel, 20-micron gold-plating\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWATER RESISTANCE:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eAssumed none, as per vintage watches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSTRAP:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eAftermarket brown matte croc-embossed with aftermarket buckle (12mm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCALIBRE:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eOmega Cal. 661, 2-hander automatic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCOMES WITH:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eWatch, aftermarket strap \u0026amp; buckle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTERMS OF SALE:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003ePlease see our stories Highlight entitled “Terms” on our Instagram profile. Thanks!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My First Vintage X Next Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44712233304087,"sku":null,"price":4900.0,"currency_code":"MYR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0790\/2593\/0263\/files\/BB08BA59-CB0C-42FE-BF75-262F39F6EE44.jpg?v=1772954768","url":"https:\/\/www.nextvintage.com.my\/products\/omega-de-ville-andrew-grima-automatic-ref-551-074-circa-1973","provider":"Next Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}