Beschreibung:

OMEGA, SPEEDMASTER APOLLO 11, REF. BA145.022 A RARE LIMITED EDITION GOLD COLOURED CHRONOGRAPH BRACELET WATCH, NO. 040, CIRCA 1969 Movement: Cal. 862, manual wind chronograph, 17 jewels Case: Gold coloured case, inner cap, screw down case back, stamped 18K 0.750 with a poinçon Dial: Champagne Bracelet: Omega gold coloured bracelet with fold over clasp Size: 40mm, bracelet 19cm Signed: Case, dial, movement, glass, crown, clasp Accessories: Omega service case, extract from the archives, original bezel The reference BA145.022 was released in 1969 to commemorate the Apollo XI moon landing. This was the first Speedmaster made available in gold. While not a limited edition, only 1014 watches were produced and each was numbered. Numbers 1 and 2 were offered to President Nixon and Vice President Spiro Agnew respectively. Numbers 3 to 28 were given to astronauts and numbers 29 to 32 were given to VIPs. Numbers 33 onwards were made available to the public, making this example number 40 one of the earliest available to be purchased. Condition Report: Movement is currently functioning. The chronograph counts one minute, but the hour counter has not been tested due to time constraints. Movement has scratches, marks and tarnishing commensurate with general wear visible when viewed under a 4x loupe. Dial appears to be in an average condition with some light marks and scratches when viewed under a 4x loupe. Blemish to the dial at 2 o'clock Hands appear to be in a generally good condition. Glass appears free of significant scratches or marks when viewed under a 4x loupe. Case shows light scratches and marks. Case back engraving worn. Bezel is a replacement, likely a service replacement. Crown has light scratches when viewed under a 4x loupe. Bracelet has scratches and some signs of stretching to links. Clasp is currently functioning and appears to be in good condition. Bracelet measures approximately 19cm including case. This lot does not come with box or papers. Dreweatts 1759 do not guarantee the working order or accuracy of any lots sold. Due to opening of the case back we recommend this watch is re-sealed by a qualified technician to ensure any stated water resistance is achieved. If you should have any further questions regarding this lot, please contact the Watch Department on 01635 553 553 or at watches@dreweatts.com Condition Report Disclaimer