Omega Seamaster XVI Ref. 2850 SC – Olympic Heritage in 18k Gold (1956)

This exceptional Omega Seamaster XVI from 1956 was created to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Omega as official timekeeper of the Olympic Games, marking the Melbourne Olympics of that year.

This particular example is the rare 18k yellow gold commercial version, offered for sale following the Games — combining historical significance with timeless dress watch elegance.

The beautifully preserved golden dial features a subtle, evenly developed patina, adding depth and character while maintaining its original charm. Paired with classic hands and a clean layout, it perfectly reflects Omega’s mid-century design language.

Inside beats the reliable Omega Cal. 470 automatic movement, making this watch not only a piece of history, but also a highly wearable vintage companion.

A refined and meaningful Omega — where heritage, craftsmanship, and design come together.

- wrist size in our picture is 18cm circumference -

DIAL:

• original never touched golden dial in good condition
• some slight evenly developed patina throughout the dial
• original hands and crown
  

STRAP & BUCKLE:

• brown KARDINAL Alligator Embossed Leather Watch Strap fitting up to 20 cm wrist size / 3.7 mm thick
• gold plated GOLDAMMER buckle

CASE:

• excellent overall condition, showing very minor trace of use
  
• 3- body 18k yellow gold case with snap-on case back
• 34 mm (without crown) / 41 mm (lug-to-lug) / 18 mm (between lugs) / 11 mm thick
• Year: 1956
• Reference: 2850 SC 
• total weight: 47 g

MOVEMENT:

• Omega Caliber 470 - automatic
• 17 jewels, 19800 A/h, 46 hours power reserve
• professionally serviced 05/2026
• +9 sec/d / 260°

BOX & PAPERS:

• GOLDAMMER certificate of authenticity & service documentation card
• GOLDAMMER box

GOLDAMMER REFERENCE: #1441