Omega De Ville 531.004 1967 — Montre femme vintage facettée — Occasion

Montre dress watch années 60 à cadran patiné — Bracelet maille Omega

Cette De Ville incarne l’élégance urbaine des années 1960, période où Omega distingue sa ligne de montres de prestige des modèles sportifs. Le modèle 531.004 de 1967 concentre les codes du design mid-century : cadran argenté patiné, cristal taillé à facettes et bracelet maille intégré, autant de détails qui positionnent cette pièce comme un accessoire de joaillerie mécanique plutôt que comme simple instrument de mesure.

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This elegant ladies’ timepiece perfectly encapsulates Omega’s dedication to refined, mid-century design. During the 1960s, the De Ville line emerged as a symbol of sophisticated urbanity, offering a dressier alternative to the brand’s robust tool watches. This particular example is a testament to that era’s delicate craftsmanship, featuring a brilliantly faceted crystal with a distinctive geometric crystal form that plays with light from every angle and a seamlessly integrated-style mesh bracelet. It is a charming and character-rich vintage accessory that brings authentic retro glamour to the modern wrist.

Brand: Omega
Model: De Ville
Reference Number: 531.004
Serial Number: 25174392
Movement: Manual wind, Caliber 630, 17 Jewels
Dial: Silver-tone dial with applied baton indices, exhibiting visible even spotting and age-consistent patina throughout
Case Size: 20 mm (excluding the crown)
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Production Year: 1967
Condition: Good vintage condition with honest wear and attractive dial patina

Dial and Hands
The silver-tone dial features an elegant, understated layout characteristic of Omega’s mid-century dress watches. It is adorned with applied silver-tone baton indices and an applied Omega logo positioned prominently at twelve o’clock. The typography is clean and distinct, with « OMEGA » and « DE VILLE » printed in a crisp sans-serif font, accompanied by the « SWISS MADE » designation at the bottom. The dial exhibits a very clear, age-consistent patina, characterized by noticeable freckling and spotting across the entire surface. This even distribution of moisture marks and oxidation provides a deeply authentic vintage character without obscuring the text or indices. The slender black baton hands remain highly legible and contrast beautifully against the patinated dial.

Case and Crystal
The 20 millimeter stainless steel case features a classic round profile with a fully polished finish. The case lines remain well-defined, showing honest signs of wear including fine surface scratches and light handling marks consistent with decades of careful use. The watch is fitted with a signed Omega crown, featuring the iconic horseshoe logo deeply embossed on its fluted surface. A standout feature of this timepiece is its striking faceted crystal, defined by its crisp, angular crystal form. The diamond-cut edges of the crystal catch the light beautifully, adding a layer of depth and jewelry-like brilliance to the watch face. The crystal remains in highly presentable condition, allowing an unobstructed view of the dial beneath. The snap-on stainless steel caseback is brushed and displays normal wear, with the reference number 531.004 clearly stamped on the interior alongside the Omega Watch Co. triangle hallmark.

Movement
Powering this timepiece is the Omega Caliber 630, a compact and reliable manual-winding movement featuring 17 jewels. The movement is finished in Omega’s traditional copper-tone plating, which remains vibrant and visually striking. Close inspection reveals the caliber engraving « 630 » and the serial number 25174392, accurately dating the production of this watch to circa 1967. The movement components, including the balance and gear train, present cleanly under magnification. Running in vintage operational condition. Maintains the authentic mechanical character of the era. +50 to +60 s/d.

Strap
The watch is fitted with an original stainless steel mesh bracelet that perfectly complements the delicate nature of the case. The fine mesh provides a supple, fabric-like drape on the wrist, enhancing the jewelry aspect of the timepiece. The bracelet is secured by a sliding clasp mechanism that proudly bears an applied Omega logo. The bracelet is sized to accommodate a wrist up to 15.5 centimeters.

Condition
This timepiece is presented in good vintage condition. The stainless steel case retains its fundamental shape and polished finish, displaying normal, expected surface wear for a watch of its age. The dial exhibits significant but honest spotting and patina, which will appeal to collectors who appreciate the unpolished, natural aging of mid-century timepieces. The faceted crystal remains a beautiful focal point, and the original signed mesh bracelet completes the authentic presentation.

Dimensions
Case Size: 20 mm
Wrist Size: 15.5 cm

Remarks
This Omega De Ville is a wonderful representation of 1960s ladies’ watchmaking. The combination of the heavily patinated dial, the brilliant faceted crystal, and the sleek mesh bracelet creates a piece that is as much a vintage bracelet as it is a reliable timekeeper. It offers a fantastic opportunity to acquire a character-driven, signed vintage Omega.

History
The Omega De Ville collection officially became a standalone line in 1967, having previously been a sub-collection within the Seamaster family. It was created to house Omega’s more elegant, design-forward dress watches, separating them from the sporty and waterproof Seamaster models. The De Ville quickly became synonymous with urban sophistication, winning numerous design awards in the 1970s. Ladies’ models from the early years of the De Ville collection are particularly noted for their delicate proportions, innovative crystal designs, and high-quality miniaturized mechanical movements, reflecting Omega’s commitment to providing precision horology in highly refined, jewelry-like formats.

Payment and Shipping
Payment must be completed within 1–3 days after purchase.
Your watch will be professionally and very securely packaged, and shipped with tracking and insurance for your peace of mind. We ship via fast express service, with typical delivery in 1–4 business days (destination dependent).
Note that with vintage watches, minor signs of wear, aging, or imperfections may be present and are considered normal for watches of this age.
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If there are any concerns of functionality or defects after delivery, make sure to contact us within 3 days of receiving the watch so we can assist you.
As with all vintage watches, water resistance is not guaranteed.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact us after the auction ends.

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SKU: OME-ODV-0042