Rare Swiss 18 carat gold Art Deco lever watch Circa 1935

Gold Art Deco dress watch with two tone dial
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A very rare Art Deco dress watch with special case made by Omega SA in Biel, Switzerland, circa 1935. The numbered open faced high quality hinged case of this watch was crafted from 18 carat gold and has an engraved Art Deco decoration on the back lid. The original two tone dial has Arabic hour numerals, a subsidiary seconds dial at 6 o’clock and steel Art Deco hands. The movement has 17 jewels and a lever escapement. Dial and movement are signed.
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Diameter: 46 mm
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Weight: 65 g
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Signed: Ω Omega
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This dress watch is a rarity in terms of the overall Art Deco design of the case, dial and hands. An identical copy was sold at an Omega special auction in Geneva in 2009 and fetched CHF 3.600!
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Watches for special occasions
Dress watch
A dress watch is a type of pocket watch designed primarily for formal occasions and elegant attire. Unlike more casual pocket watches, dress watches typically feature a sleek, refined design with a thin profile often made from precious metals like gold or silver. They may have minimalistic dials, elegant hands and sometimes decorative engravings. These watches are often carried in a waistcoat or jacket pocket, usually attached to a chain. Dress pocket watches are valued not only for their functionality but also for their aesthetic appeal, making them a stylish accessory for formal events and occasions.