OMEGA, GOLD SPEEDMASTER APOLLO XI 1969, NO. 999

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The Omega Speedmaster Apollo XI model was manufactured in August 1969 to commemorate Apollo XI's successful moon landing. A limited and numbered edition of initially 28 pieces were engraved with the recipients name and inscription To Mark Man's Conquest of Space with Time, Through Time, on Time were given to all of the active NASA astronauts during a gala dinner in Houston on the 25th of November 1969 and to US President Nixon and his Vice President Spiro Agnew. Due to the success of this model for obvious historical reasons an additional total of 1,014 were produced until 1972 with the engraved dedication Omega Speedmaster - Apollo XI 1969, the first watch worn on the moon and numbered. There are three different types of engraving: thin and unpainted for approximately the first 100 examples, then thick and unpainted and finally thick and painted with a burgundy colour, which complements its burgundy coloured bezel.An identical watch is illustrated and described in Omega - A Journey Through Time by Marco Richon, p. 605, pl. 321.

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I confirm that I have read this Important Notice regarding Condition Reports and agree to its terms. View Condition Report The condition of lots can vary widely and the nature of the lots sold means that they are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale. Movement: The movement is ticking at the time of cataloguing, the chronograph functions appear fully operational, however, a service is recommended. Dial: Nice and original with dust at 6 and 7 o’clock. At 2 o’clock, next to the hour marker, a small nick is visible with a loop. Case: Very good overall condition with two small nick visible to the necked eye on the left band. The bezel with a small nick between 4 and 5 o’clock. Screw back engraved “Omega Speedmaster – Apollo XI 1969, The First Watch Worn on The Moon, No. 999”, Bracelet: 18k gold Omega bracelet in very good overall condition with minor signs of wear and light scratches on the deployant clasp.Overall condition: Very good 1.All lots are sold "AS IS", and this condition report is provided purely as a goodwill service and may not specify all mechanical replacements or defects. The absence of any reference to the condition of a lot does not imply that the lot is in good condition and without defects, repairs or restoration. You are accordingly encouraged to view the lots personally or through your own professional advisor.2. For further information on these issues, please refer to the IMPORTANT NOTICES and CONDITIONS OF SALE in our catalogue. Print Report Cancel Close Cost calculator Enter your bid amount for an estimated cost Bid amount Please enter numbers only Amount must be higher than the starting bid Amount must be higher than the current bid Buyer's premium Loss, damage and liability Shipping Estimated Excise Duty Artist Resale Royalty Estimated total cost exclusive of customs duties/charges and tariffs Close