Omega - Speedmaster Professional Moonwatch - Unisex

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lot/omega speedmaster professional moonwatch unisex 1980 1989 ufP9u4Y 633273523

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Omega - Speedmaster Professional Moonwatch - Unisex - 1980-1989

For farsighted collectors and investors in the watch sector, this lot represents a unique market opportunity: the Omega Speedmaster Professional Moonwatch "Apollo XI 1969" (20th Anniversary of the Moon Landing, 1969-1989), considered by enthusiasts and experts to be the true Holy Grail for every Speedmaster collector. In high-end collecting, the real investment value is driven by scarcity, condition, and completeness of the set. This specific example collects the rare combination of three key appreciation factors: commemorative edition "APOLLO XI 1969" (Primary Value Driver): Characterized by the original factory-period engraving on the left flank of the steel case (at 9 o'clock) with the inscription "APOLLO XI 1969". Produced in a limited run in 1989 to celebrate the twentieth anniversary of the first moon landing, this detail makes the case unmistakable and historically of the highest collectible value. The Legendary Bracelet Ref. 1450 with End Pieces 808: Considered by watchmaking experts to be the best bracelet ever produced in the Speedmaster’s history for solidity, aesthetics, and comfort on the wrist. Even on its own, this bracelet, when traded on the vintage collectible market, maintains autonomous, high valuations and is continually rising. Integrity of the Set (Full Set with 12/1989 Guarantee): A watch of this significance preserves and increases its value over time only if accompanied by its original documentation. This lot is supplied complete with the original dark wood, premium box with an engraved commemorative medallion and the original paper warranty dated December 12, 1989. Maison: Omega Model: Speedmaster Professional Moonwatch "Apollo XI 1969" (20th Anniversary) Reference: 3590.50.00 / ST 145.0022 (PIC: 03890.50.37) Original Purchase Date: December 12, 1989 Serial Number: 48,255,018 Dial: Matte black tri-compax original. Indices and hands with original tritium aged to a beautiful, uniform cream patina of the era. Case: 42 mm stainless steel with original engraving on the left flank at 9 o'clock "APOLLO XI 1969". Movement: Hand-wound mechanical Omega caliber 861 (Lemania-based), renowned for its extraordinary robustness and historical reliability. Bezel: Original with black insert and tachymeter scale. Crystal: Original Esalite / Plexiglas. Case Back: Screwed steel back with the iconic NASA inscriptions: "Flight-Qualified By NASA For All Manned Space Missions" and "The First Watch Worn On The Moon" with the hippocampus at the center. Bracelet: Original Omega stainless steel Ref. 1450 with end pieces 808. Clasp: Stainless steel deployment clasp bearing "Stainless Steel 1450 - Omega Speedmaster" (case code 32). COMPLETE SET (FULL SET) Original Omega wooden box in dark premium wood with a commemorative medallion on the lid. Original international Omega warranty card dated 12/12/1989 (consistent with serial and reference). Case & Bezel: Excellent condition and consistent with age, with clearly defined edges and chamfers; the side engraving "APOLLO XI 1969" perfectly sharp and legible. Dial & Hands: 100% original dial, free of wear defects. Original tritium uniformly aged to a cream tone. Bracelet: In excellent condition, compact and well-tensioned. Mechanics: Fully functional, both in timekeeping and in starting, stopping, and resetting the chronograph. The watch will be shipped with maximum safety packaging and insured, for 100% of the hammer price, via a specialized luxury goods express courier (DHL / UPS / FedEx).

Estimate:£11,444.67

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