The MOY test is a standard first test to determine authenticity of Omega Constellation dials. But, is there enough consistency in the manufacture of vintage Constellation dials for it to be reliable?
The answer to that question is no. While it could be argued that MOY is the standard, there are some deviations from the norm in some Constellation dials.
Click here for an essay on the usefulness of the MOY test when appraising Connie dials for authenticity.
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The link to the essay seems to be broken. Maybe upload again? Thanks
ReplyDeleteHi Josef, I just tested the link and it works.
ReplyDeleteon clicking on the link you will receive a message box asking if you wish to save or download the pdf document.
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Desmond
does this look like a redial to you guys
ReplyDeletehttp://www.ebay.com/itm/172410153591?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
No, but it looks to me that a dial for a cal 352RG/354 has been placed on top of a cal 505 movement. The double crossed Ts in Constellation are too late for a 2852, so its a frankenwatch.
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Desmond
http://www.ebay.com/itm/172410153591?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
ReplyDeletea re dial ?? no swiss made on the bottom
My comments above. Swiss or Swiss Made could be obscured by crystal ring.
DeleteThank you Desmond. I am new in this fascinating world of Omega and have just found your blog here. This is such a noble work.
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Desmond
Hi Desmond,
ReplyDeleteLearning a lot here, thank you for that!!
I'm receiving my first Constellation today, you can find the online ad here:
https://www.chrono24.co.uk/omega/omega-constellation-pie-pan--id21023239.htm
Unfortunally I learned about the MOY-check after my purchase, and what I can see from the pictures in the ad it doesn't check out. BUT it has the more oval 'O' in 'Chronometer', so this can be an explanation.
Do you see any problems from the pictures?
Hope you have the time to check it out, thank you!
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Stefan
Hi Stefan,
DeleteYes, this is one of the exceptions we see from time to time. Dial looks genuine to me.
A tidy ensemble overall.
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Desmond
Hi Desmond,
ReplyDeleteThank you for your swift reply!
Maybe the price is a bit steep, but I originally started my search for a new watch with research on a new Globemaster, so it isn't too bad taking that in to account :) The heritage of the Globemaster made me fall in love with the pie pan Constellations. So I will be a frequent visitor of your fantastic website from now on!
Keep up the good work.
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Stefan