In the De Ville line, introduced in 1960, Omega combined the water-resistant case of the Seamaster collection with high-grade movements often used in other references. However, the cases of the De Ville line — in any metal — were thinner and more elegant than their sportier contemporaries. In such a way, elegance was not substituted for functionality, and the De Ville could be worn with a suit and not lose any of its water resistance. As time progressed, so too did the spec sheet of the average De Vill become more impressive, leading to a collection of handsome yet robust timepieces perfect for everyday wear. The particular De Ville we have here is Trésor Quartz 36MM — a gorgeous ladies’ watch perfectly suited to more formal occasions. Housed in a 36mm stainless steel case with a sapphire crystal, a steel and red enamel ‘flower’ crown, and a polished bezel with pavé-set diamonds, it features a beautiful, white lacquered dial with oversized, printed blue ‘Roman’ indices and a matching blued-steel ‘lance’ handset. Powered by the Omega Calibre 4061 quartz movement and paired to a signed, blue fabric & leather strap with a signed stainless steel pin buckle, it’s accompanied by its factory goodies, ready for a second life with somebody who appreciates its ample, dressy charm. Is that somebody going to be you?
