Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch 3096.30, 345.0063

Omega Ref. 3096.30, 345.0063 An exceptionally well-preserved, highly rare and attractive limited edition platinum skeletonized chronograph wristwatch with bracelet, warranty and presentation box, numbered 31 of a limited edition of 50 pieces made to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Apollo XI

Manufacturer : Omega Year : Circa 1994 Reference No : 3096.30, 345.0063 Movement No : 31/50 Case No : 31/50, 7'410'031 Model Name : Speedmaster Moonwatch Apollo XI 25th Anniversary Material : Platinum Calibre : Manual, cal. 867, 18 jewels Bracelet/Strap : Platinum Omega bracelet, endlinks stamped “842”, max length 210mm Clasp/Buckle : Platinum Omega depoyant clasp stamped “1499/842 Dimensions : 42mm diameter Signed : Case, dial, movement, bracelet and clasp signed Accessories : Accompanied by Omega warranty stamped Takashimaya Department Store Japan dated 16th March 1995, Le Pieces de Collection Omega numbered Japanese certificate, leather card holder, product literature, fitted presentation box and outer packaging Introduced in 1994 to commemorate the Apollo XI 25th anniversary of the moon landing phenomenon, the coveted Omega Speedmaster moon watch took an unusual orbit with an artisanal approach on the Speedy with the debut of the uber rare skeletonized ref. AT 345.0063 in prestigious platinum attire. The mastery of art was by reputed independent watchmaker, Armin Strom. The present example Omega Speedmaster ref. AT 345.0063 numbered 31 is the fourth ever example to be offered in the public auction market. To further heighten its rarity, the present example is preserved in “like-new” condition and is complete with its Japanese warranty and special presentation box. Sold at Takashimaya Department Store found since 1831, it is one of Japan’s largest department store and the destination for import goods from all over the world. Playing an important and symbolic part of urban culture, its doors of the famous Nihombashi Tokyo flagship store opened in 1933 and remained its address since the Showa Period. Evolving with time, the current department store even has a dedicated “Takashimaya Watch Maison Tokyo” for all watch lovers.