Exclusive Timepieces 20 –⁠ 21 April 2024 | Monaco

Auction Details

Auction sessions:

  • Session I – Saturday, 20 April, 2:30 PM – Lots 1 to 101
  • Session II – Sunday, 21 April, 10:30 AM – Lots 102 to 178
  • Session III – Sunday, 21 April, 2:30 PM – Lots 179 to 278

58 Omega Very Elegant and Unusual, “Haute Couture” Pendant Pocket Watch in Pink Gold, With Leather Strap

Estimate: € 3,000 –⁠ 6,000

Sold € 5,850

Model: Haute Couture
Case Material: Pink Gold
Bracelet Material: Leather Strap
Year: 1955
Movement: Manual
Caliber: 244
Case N°: 11219249
Movement N°: 13740690
Dimensions: 20 mm
Signed: Dial, Movement and Case

This unusual Omega watch is part of the “Haute Couture” collection, crafted in rose gold. It is a refined and precious jewel that combines craftsmanship and timeless luxury. Initially conceived as an elegant pocket watch with a pendant and chain, this masterpiece has undergone an extraordinary transformation to adapt to modern tastes and everyday practicality. The rose gold case, with its warm and enveloping tone, embodies timeless elegance and impeccable craftsmanship characteristic of Omega. Originally reflecting a classic spirit of bygone eras, this watch has embraced a contemporary aesthetic through recent adaptations, including a high-quality leather strap with a buckle. This detail not only adds a touch of modernity but also makes the watch wearable on the wrist with style and versatility. At its pulsating core, the watch houses the Caliber 244 movement, a testament to Omega’s tradition of watchmaking excellence. This particular timepiece is a precious 18-carat rose gold edition from 1955. French hallmarks attest to the authenticity and origin of this watch, confirming its connection to the renowned French jewelry of the 1950s. With its captivating history, refined design, and distinctive details, this Omega “Haute Couture” watch represents an excellent fusion of past and present. An authentic expression of style, this timepiece is more than a mere accessory: it is a symbol of timeless sophistication and an extraordinary watchmaking tradition.