Omega Constellation 168.009 C-Shape — 18k Yellow Gold (1966)

A golden icon of 1960s Swiss watchmaking — refined, elegant, and unmistakably Omega.

This Constellation Ref. 168.009, produced in 1966, showcases the celebrated C-shape case designed by Gérald Genta, here executed in solid 18k yellow gold with beautifully preserved sharp lines. The warm golden dial is untouched and pairs perfectly with the rare black stick hour markers and handset, giving the watch a striking contrast and sophisticated presence.

Inside ticks Omega’s workhorse chronometer Caliber 561, admired for its reliability, accuracy, and smooth automatic operation. The proportions are classic yet modern on the wrist — clean, confident, and timeless.

A superbly preserved example of one of Omega’s most enduring dress-watch designs.

- wrist size in our picture is 18cm circumference -

DIAL:

• original never touched golden colored dial in perfect condition
• original hands & Omega crown
  

STRAP & BUCKLE:

• matte black GOLDAMMER Kardinal leather strap fitting up to 21 cm wrist size / 2 mm thick
• GOLDAMMER stainless steel buckle

CASE:

• excellent overall condition, showing almost no traces of use
• 3-body 18k yellow gold case with screw-down case back from casemaker Ed. Wenger SA
• 35 mm (without crown) / 40 mm (lug-to-lug) / 19 mm (between lugs) / 11.5 mm thick
• year: 1966
• reference: 168009 / 168017
• total weight: 58 g

MOVEMENT:

• Omega Caliber 561 - automatic chronometer
• 24 jewels, 19800 A/h, 50 hours power reserve
• professionally serviced 10/2024
• +12 sec/d / 270°

BOX & PAPERS:

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

GOLDAMMER REFERENCE: #540