THE HONG KONG WATCH AUCTION: SEVEN [Catalogue]

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849. Omega A fne and rare stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with bracelet, International Warranty, commemoration badge and presentation box, made to commemorate the Apollo VIII mission 歐米茄, 「Speedmaster」型號3597.12.00,精美及罕有,精鋼鏈帶腕錶, 配計時功能,為紀念「阿波羅八號」於約1998年製。附紀念徽章、證書和錶盒 Manufacturer Year

Omega Circa 1998

Reference No. Movement No. Model Name Material Calibre

3597.12.00 48’381’483 Speedmaster Apollo VIII Stainless steel Manual, cal. 1861, 18 jewels Bracelet/Strap Stainless steel Omega bracelet, endlinks stamped 842, max length 195 mm Clasp/Buckle Stainless steel Omega deployant clasp, stamped 1499/842 Dimensions 42 mm diameter Signed Case, dial, bracelet and movement signed Estimate

HKD 40,000-65,000 USD 5,100-8,300

The present Speedmaster is one of a limited series of watches made in 1998 to commemorate the historic Apollo VIII mission – which was launched on December 21, 1968. The watch is ftted with a special dial displaying the Apollo VIII mission badge in the subsidiary dial at 9 o’clock. Ofered here in like-new condition, it is furthermore accompanied by its original “Missions” presentation box made of the same fabric used for space suits, a commemoration badge of Apollo VIII mission, and an International Warranty. A highly coveted model, the present lot ofers an exquisite opportunity for watch collectors to acquire a piece of history and excellence.

Accessories Accompanied with International Warranty stamped on December 17, 2002 by a Japanese retailer, Omega ftted presentation box, Apollo VIII commemoration badge, product literature and outer packaging.

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