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Omega Speedmaster White Dial (Ref. 3511.20), 1993

DocumentedDocumented from a dealer's listing; attribution and date as stated by the dealer.
Maker / attribution
Omega (maker)
Date
1993
Country of origin
Switzerland
Object type
Wristwatch
Dimensions
Case 39 mm
Stock no.
Product 7830522069175
Credit line
Dealer listing, Huntington Company (product 7830522069175)
Catalogue title (original)
1993 Omega Speedmaster White Dial (Ref. 3511.20) (English)

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Record summary

Catalogued by Huntington Company (dealer) (stock number Product 7830522069175), this is a wristwatch by Omega, made in Switzerland, dated 1993. The Atlas places it in the Mechanical Renaissance period (1990 – 2010) of its Wristwatches collection. Recorded dimensions: Case 39 mm. The record is illustrated with 6 photographs.

Assembled from the source record's structured fields. Dates and attributions are given as the source states them; where a field is missing the Atlas leaves it blank rather than estimating.

Catalogue description

Dealer description — Huntington Company

Specifications Reference: 3511.20 Model: Speedmaster Reduced Movement: Automatic Year: 1993 Case: The 39mm case looks to be in great shape with little signs of wear. The bezel is sharp with all the black numerals intact. Dial: The classic white dial has a matte finish with silver markers. The dial also features pumpkin colored tritium lume on the hour markers and warm lume on the hands. Strap & Buckle: The bracelet is in fantastic shape. Worth The Read The history of the Omega Speedmaster dates back to 1957 when the first Speedmaster model was launched. Designed as a robust and precise chronograph for motorsport enthusiasts, the Speedmaster quickly caught the attention of NASA and underwent rigorous testing for space missions. In 1965, it was officially chosen by NASA as the official watch for all manned space missions, making it the first watch to be worn on the moon during the Apollo 11 mission in 1969. This historic association with space exploration earned the Speedmaster the nickname "MoonWatch," solidifying its place as one of the most revered timepieces in history. The Speedmaster Reduced shares the same pedigree and heritage as the MoonWatch but has some notable differences. The most apparent distinction lies in its size. The Speedmaster Reduced features a 39mm case, which is smaller than the 42mm size of the MoonWatch. This reduced size makes it more suitable for wearers with smaller wrists or those who prefer a more restrained and comfortable fit. Additionally, the Speedmaster Reduced houses an automatic movement, while the MoonWatch is equipped with a manual-winding movement. The automatic movement in the Reduced allows the watch to self-wind through the natural motion of the wrist, eliminating the need for manual winding daily. On the other hand, the manual-winding movement in the MoonWatch has a unique charm for watch enthusiasts who appreciate the traditional and tactile aspect of winding their timepieces.

Historical context

Mechanical Renaissance (1990 – 2010)

Mechanical watches return as cultural objects; independent watchmaking flourishes.

Mechanical watches returned as cultural and luxury objects. Complications, tourbillons and new materials proliferated; independent watchmakers such as George Daniels, F.P. Journe and Philippe Dufour revived artisanal watchmaking; collecting vintage watches became a major field.

Read the period in the timelineMore wristwatches from this periodEarlier: Quartz Revolution

Atlas type guide

Wristwatches

Bracelet watches were worn by women from the early nineteenth century — Breguet made one for Caroline Murat, Queen of Naples, in 1810–12 — but the wristwatch only became a man's instrument with military use and aviation in the early twentieth century. Between the World Wars it overtook the pocket watch; the 1920s and 1930s brought rectangular Art Deco cases, water-resistant cases and the first automatic winding systems.

After 1945 the wristwatch became a carrier of identity — dress watches, sports and dive watches, chronographs, calendars — produced by Swiss, American, Japanese, German, Soviet and Chinese industries. The quartz revolution after 1969 and the mechanical renaissance since the 1990s, including the rise of independent watchmakers, complete the story.

What to look for

  • The reference number (between the lugs or inside the case back) and serial number, the starting point for dating.
  • The calibre: its maker and number are often stamped under the dial or on the bridge.
  • Originality of dial, hands and crown — refinished ('redial') dials are common.
  • Case material marks: 18K/750, 14K/585, stainless steel, gold-filled, plated.

Dating clues

  • Wire-lug cases: before c. 1925.
  • Water-resistant screw-down cases: from 1926.
  • Quartz movements: from 1969; sapphire crystals widespread after c. 1980.

General guidance written by the Atlas editors about this kind of object. It is not a statement about this particular piece; for that, rely on the source record above and on physical examination.

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