Property of an Important American Collector
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Omega
Ref. OT 3944
“Cosmic”
A superb, well-preserved, and highly attractive yellow gold square-shaped triple calendar wristwatch with moon phases and fancy lugs
- Estimate
- $12,000 - 24,000
Lot Details
- Manufacturer
- Omega
- Year
- 1952
- Reference No
- OT 3944
- Movement No
- 12'591'655
- Case No
- 10'805'815
- Model Name
- “Cosmic”
- Material
- 18K yellow gold
- Calibre
- Manual, cal. 381, 17 jewels
- Bracelet/Strap
- Leather
- Dimensions
- 31.5mm width x 32.5mm length
- Signed
- Case, dial, and movement signed.
Specialist
Full-Cataloguing
Catalogue Essay
Originally introduced to the market in 1947, the celebrated Cosmic model was Omega's first watch featuring a full calendar combined with moon phases. It was mainly available in 14K or 18K yellow gold, and less often in pink gold, fitted with various dial configurations.
Offered in extremely appealing condition, the present example illustrates the evolution of the model over time. This example from the 1950s features a highly elaborate square construction with fancy lugs. From the 1950s to the 1970s, watchmaking design does indeed focus on much more elaborate and geometric case constructions. The trend will eventually fizzle out in the 1980s with the return of the more conventional round case style.
The present Cosmic has an extremely well-preserved dial, accented by black date and day windows, which are in Spanish, consistent with the country of delivery. The Omega Heritage Department has confirmed the present watch in their archives as being delivered on August 14th, 1952 to Venezuela. A stunning example of a 1950s classic, this reference 3944 is an exceptional choice for the vintage enthusiast.
Offered in extremely appealing condition, the present example illustrates the evolution of the model over time. This example from the 1950s features a highly elaborate square construction with fancy lugs. From the 1950s to the 1970s, watchmaking design does indeed focus on much more elaborate and geometric case constructions. The trend will eventually fizzle out in the 1980s with the return of the more conventional round case style.
The present Cosmic has an extremely well-preserved dial, accented by black date and day windows, which are in Spanish, consistent with the country of delivery. The Omega Heritage Department has confirmed the present watch in their archives as being delivered on August 14th, 1952 to Venezuela. A stunning example of a 1950s classic, this reference 3944 is an exceptional choice for the vintage enthusiast.
Omega
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