Omega
1965 Omega Seamaster De Ville Automatic 14K YG (Ref. LL 6509-1) Silver "Senior NYLIC" Dial W/ Box & Papers
The Speedmaster might be the watch that made Omega a household name (and took it to the moon), but the Seamaster has been around quite a bit longer and has its own incredible legacy worth talking about.
First released in 1948 in celebration of Omega’s centennial anniversary, the Seamaster became a worldwide success and was the brand’s top seller for a long time. Today, it’s the longest-running name in the Omega catalog and still holds a special place in plenty of collectors’ hearts.
In the early '60s, Omega began appending the name De Ville to some Seamasters as a subcategory, until the brand saw the early success of the younger and dressier styles of the De Ville and ultimately made it a stand-alone product line within the Omega family.
This gorgeous 14k gold Omega Seamaster De Ville ref. LL 6509-1 was originally gifted to a New York Life Insurance Co. senior employee in 1965. It has survived as a complete time capsule, in immaculate condition with a beautiful inscription on the case back commemorating the gift, as well as its original box and papers. And what a gift it is.
| Stock # | OMSMLL65091-2 | |
| Brand | Omega | |
| Style | Seamaster De Ville | |
| Model | LL 6509-1 | |
| Serial | 22XXXXXX | |
| Size | Men's | |
| Material | 14K Yellow Gold | |
| Dial | Silver "Senior NYLIC" | |
| Millimeters | 35 | |
| Strap | 2pc Handmade Leather Strap |
CASE & BRACELET
The 14K yellow gold case is in exceptional condition, showcasing the original case dimensions and angles in impressively crisp condition with no evidence of previous polishing present. The case exhibits very minimal signs of previous use. The case retains its original crown signed with the Omega logo and original acrylic crystal. The case back features an engraving that reads "Awarded to Bill Hamilton, Senior, NYLIC, December 3, 1965." The watch comes supplied on a two-piece leather strap with silver tang buckle.
DIAL & HANDS
The original silver dial is in virtually flawless condition, exhibiting no age or damage whatsoever. The tritium lume plots have achieved a lovely creamy golden patina and exhibit no degradation when inspected under UV light. The original hands match the dial perfectly. The dial also features an additional line of text, reading "Senior NYLIC" above the Seamaster name to once again commemorate the gift.
ACCESSORIES
The watch comes complete with its original Omega box and Omega Guarantee booklet. The watch is keeping time, but the service history is unknown. A movement service can be provided upon request.