It’s a celebrated part of Omega lore that the brand’s Speedmaster Professional Chronograph was the first watch to make a lunar landing. But the universal love for vintage Omega watches isn't confined to astronomers, and there’s more to the company’s heritage than the story of the Moonwatch.
The house’s origins date to 1848, when Swiss watchmaker Louis Brandt first set up shop. His sons Louis-Paul and César took over after his death, and in 1894, the pair developed an intriguing new movement.
Not only was it highly accurate, but every part was replaceable, making it easy for any professional to service. The Brandts called their movement the Omega, and as its popularity spread, they changed their company’s name to that of its flagship product.
In 1917, the British Royal Flying Corps designated Omega as an official supplier, and during World War II it became the principal watch supplier for the British forces and their allies. These commissions further strengthened Omega’s commitment to ensuring its products’ reliability under extreme conditions. In 1948, it launched the versatile Seamaster. Developed as a dive watch, the Seamaster proved its durability at high altitudes and freezing temperatures, as well. (Here is the 1stDibs guide to spotting a fake Omega Seamaster.)
Thanks in part to its rugged reputation and Omega’s links to the British military, it became James Bond’s watch of choice in 1995, appearing in GoldenEye and every succeeding Bond movie; it returned in 2021’s No Time to Die. Nevertheless, the most famous Omega by far is the Speedmaster, introduced in 1957. The first chronograph to display its tachymeter scale on the bezel instead of the dial for easier readability, it was quickly adopted by engineers and scientists.
Worn by Buzz Aldrin during the 1969 Apollo 11 lunar mission, it’s the only watch certified by NASA for extravehicular activity (space walks) — and, as far as we know, the only one approved by the Russian space agency, too.
Watch aficionados and aficionadas alike can find vintage Omega watches today on 1stDibs.
Omega Constellation Diamond Watch 131.10.25.60.55.001
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
Mint condition Movement: Quartz Stainless steel Dial markers: Diamond Clasp: Fold Over with Push Button Release Crown: Pull / Push Water resistance: 30 meters / 100 feet Comes with Box
Omega Constellation My Choice Stainless Steel MOP Dial Quartz Women's Watch
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Omega Constellation “My Choice” wristwatch in stainless steel, showcasing the collection’s signature design with Roman numeral bezel and “griffes” claws at 3 and 9 o’clock. T...
Stainless Steel
Omega Constellation 1562.30.00 – Ladies Mini Quartz 22.5mm with Omega Case
By Omega
Located in London, GB
Discreet, elegant, and unmistakably Omega, the Constellation 1562.30.00 is a beautifully compact ladies’ watch designed specifically for smaller wrists. At just 22.5mm, this “Mini” C...
Steel
Omega Constellation Stainless Steel Champagne Dial Quartz Women’s Watch
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
A classic Omega Constellation women’s wristwatch featuring a refined champagne-tone dial with applied dot hour markers and sleek silver-tone hands. The brushed stainless steel case i...
Stainless Steel
OMEGA CONSTELLATION Ladies SS Steel & Factory Diamond Watch - Mint with Warranty
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stD...
Stainless Steel
$2,495
H 0.79 in W 0.6 in
Omega Ladies Constellation Quadra - SS Steel & Original Factory Diamonds - Mint
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stDibs, but we have sold over 10,000 fine watches and exceptionally served thousands of customers with a 5.0 star rating. OMEGA Ladies Constellation Quadra Watch - Stainless Steel & Original Omega Factory Set Diamonds Gorgeous Original Condition - $5,600 Replacement Value - 1 Year Warranty Omega's flagship line for decades, the Constellation represents style, luxury, attention to detail, robust function, and superior precision. With strong lines and graceful curves, this Certified Pre-Owned Omega Quadra...
Steel
Omega Constellation – Ref. 1252.30.00 – Silver Dial – Quartz – Full Set
By Omega
Located in London, GB
Omega Constellation – Ref. 1252.30.00 – Silver Dial – Quartz – Full Set This Omega Constellation Ref. 1252.30.00 Quartz Watch is a complete full set, accompanied by inner and outer ...
Gold, Steel
Omega Constellation Globemaster 130.33.39.21.02.001 Stainless Steel Box Paper
By Omega
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 130.33.39.21.02.001 Year: 2018 Model: Omega Constellation Globemaster Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Leather Band Bezel: Tungsten Carbide ...
Men’s Omega Day Date Constellation Watch Stainless Steel
By Omega
Located in Miami, FL
Men’s Omega Day Date Constellation Watch 34mm Stainless Steel. The watch will fit a wrist of up to 6.75 inches. Quartz movement. The XI on the bezel fell of...
Stainless Steel
$25,499
W 0.48 in Dm 1.3 in
Omega Constellation 18K White Gold Black Dial Ladies Watch 123.55.31.20.51.001
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
Brand new. This watch comes with an original box and paper. Brand and Model Information: Brand: OMEGA Model Number: 123.55.31.20.51.001 Type and Style: Department: Women Style: Lux...
White Gold
