Omega Pa14321 extremely rare platinum and diamond-set Rif: AF00005
Sold
One of the most impressive Omega watches to grace market in recent years, the present watch is truly arresting. Confirmed by Omega as being produced as a single piece, it was delivered to Spain in 1952. One can easily infer that this watch was purchased by an important individual with enough clout to order such a costly and lavish timepiece during the postwar years. Interestingly, of the few known Omega platinum watches produced in the 1950s, many were delivered to Spain.
This watch most notably displays a beautiful two-tone honeycomb dial set with diamond markers - a detail that can also be found on other top-quality timepieces cased in the noblest of metals. Of particular note is its exceptional state of preservation. Considering that this watch has a snap-on case back, one would image that the dial would display heavy patina. This example remains pristine, further enhancing the two-tone design.
Its large 35mm case gives it a decidedly singular appearance. Housing the automatic caliber 342, the case is preserved in impressive condition and boasts a sharp and crisp hallmark punched to the side of the case. All angles and facets remain defined. One can conclude that this timepiece was worn sparingly and painstakingly preserved for over sixty years.
During the mid-twentieth century, platinum was the most prestigious and expensive case metal that Omega had to offer. To date, only an exceedingly small number of platinum-cased Omega watches have ever graced the auction market. Considering the austerity measures during the beginning of the 1950s, Accompanied by Omega Extract of the Archives confirming production of the present watch in December 18, 1952 and was ordered as a single piece for the Spanish market.
Type
Only Time,
Condition
3.Very Good
Reference
PA14321
Caliber
342
Movement
Automatic
Dial
Bianco
Bracelet
Leather
Warning
All our watches come with what is shown in pictures unless stated in advertising. Service history on the watch is not known unless stated in ad. Watches are checked for timing and proper working condition. Watches are preowned so may have very minor wear unless stated in ad.
Warranty
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetuer adipiscing elit. In dolor lorem, molestie ut, ultricies in, fermentum in, tortor. Integer ut libero. Maecenas pharetra. Sed cursus risus. Aliquam dignissim. Etiam id ipsum eget turpis dictum tincidunt. Phasellus ac quam.
How to Buy
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetuer adipiscing elit. In dolor lorem, molestie ut, ultricies in, fermentum in, tortor. Integer ut libero. Maecenas pharetra. Sed cursus risus. Aliquam dignissim. Etiam id ipsum eget turpis dictum tincidunt. Phasellus ac quam.
