OMEGA SPEEDMASTER, ref. 2998-1 / n° 17301462
Vers 1960
OMEGA SPEEDMASTER, ref. 2998-1 / no. 17301462
Around 1960
Steel bracelet chronograph
Case: round, tachymeter bezel based on 1000, screwed back, signed
Dial: patinated black, "baton" indexes and "alpha" hands, 3 counters for the indication of 12 hours, 30 minutes and seconds, railway timer, 1/5th of a second graduation, signed
Movement: mechanical, cal. 321, protective cap, signed
Strap / Buckle: grain de riz in steel / folding clasp with safety catch on the logo, signed
Wrist circumference: approx. 17.5cm
Diam. : 39.5mm
With: an Omega service invoice dated 06.12.2021, a service card guaranteed for 24 months and a service box
This watch is registered with the Omega archives, produced on 28.01.1960 and delivered to the French market.
We thank the Omega Museum for its kind collaboration.
The Speedmaster reference 2998 is the successor to the first Speedmaster, mythical reference 2915. Our example in its first version 2998-1, is distinguished by its dial with an extraordinary natural patina, perfectly homogeneous, with also the much sought after tachymeter bezel graduated on "base 1000".
A stainless steel manual winding chronograph wristwatch with black dial, stainless steel bracelet with deployant clasp signed.
With a service invoice from Omega a guarantee card, and a service presentation case
This watch is registered in the Omega archives, produced on 28.01.1960 and delivered to the French market.
With our sincere thanks to the Omega Museum for their collaboration
CONDITION REPORT:
In accordance with our general conditions of sale, please note that the lot is sold in the state it is in at the time of sale. The condition report is for information only and cannot replace your personal assessment. The condition report is a subjective description made by Artcurial, the lot may contain other defects not mentioned or not visible on the images online.
When the catalog was written, the movement worked. Please note that timing accuracy is not guaranteed and Artcurial cannot be held responsible for any repair costs.
Good state of conservation
Beautiful homogeneous patina
Oxidation visible on the hands
Beautiful freshness of the case
Visible scratches throughout
Speedmaster logo still clearly visible on the back
The original parts (the plexiglass, the insert, the barrel rock and the two bars for the handles) were kept in an Omega pouch supplied by the customer.
POSTPONEMENT CONDITION:
In accordance with our terms and conditions of sale, please note that the lot is sold as it is at the time of sale. The condition report is for information purposes only and is not a substitute for your personal assessment. The condition report is a subjective description made by Artcurial, the lot may contain other defects not mentioned or not visible on the images online.
At the time of cataloging the movement is ticking. Please note that the movement has not been checked for timekeeping accuracy and Artcurial will not be held responsible for any repairs should they be required.
Overall well preserved
Nice homogeneous patina
Visible oxidation on the hands
Nice freshness of the case
Visible scratches on the case
Speedmaster logo clearly visible on the back
The original parts (the plexi glass, the insert, the barrel rock and the two bars for the handles) have been kept in a customer supplied Omega plastic bag
Estimate 10,000 - 15,000 €
Sale €32,800
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