The New Omega Constellation Observatory

Back to the roots

Back in 1952, Omega released the Constellation Pie Pan which is a true classic. Many collectors eye for the best condition Constellation, and even some truly unique white gold and yellow gold pieces tend to appear on the market. With the introduction of the all-new Constellation Observatory, Omega has gone back to their roots. And they did an amazing job.

The OG: Pie Pan Constellation

When it comes to serious collectors, there’s basically one Constellation that you’ll need in your life: the convex-shaped (Pie Pan) dials with 12 facets, housed in a yellow gold case and preferably a leather strap or the (super rare) yellow gold brick bracelet. These watches from the 50s and 60s are the unicorns for most collectors. And thus hard to find. But now, there’s a solution.

The brand-new Observatory Constellation

Truly vintage inspired, with the right amount of sauce: 12 facets, a reborn version of the Pie Pan dial, and dog-leg lugs. Yes, this is something to be excited about if you ask us. As it should be: the Constellation-star is on the dial (at 6) and the balance of the watch looks perfect.

The name you ask? That has a meaning too. The name of this brand-new Omega refers to the precision contests held at the Neuchatel and Geneva Observatories in the 20th century. Omega has won many of the precision contests held at those observatories, which led to the eight stars and observatory dome on the back of every Constellation, even dating back to 1952. And thus, the Constellation Observatory was born.

The case and its price tag

With the release of a new Omega, you can expect some different sorts of materials used on the watches. At first, the case measures 39mm, which is a good size for a modern version of the Constellation. If you’re picky on materials, you’ll get the hardened steel (O-Mega steel) which is the base model within the Constellation Observatory catalog. You can opt for a blue dial, a silver dial or green dial, and it looks awesome. Not so awesome? The price. Starting at €10.700, this is serious money for a steel watch on a leather strap. But, the good will come to those who wait: you will be rewarded. If you buy the Constellation Observatory on the grey market, you will save around 25% on this price tag.

Omega has also released this new Constellation Observatory in Moonshine gold, Sedna gold and Platinum. And those are for the serious players out there: Moonshine Gold will set you back €37.300, while the Platinum version will set you back €56.900. For a time-only watch, which isn’t limited.