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A Very Rare 1980s Omega Product Postcards (26 Postcards)
A Very Rare 1980s Omega Product Postcards (26 Postcards)
Dimension: Postcard Sleeve (19 cm x 11 cm); Postcards (18.7 cm x 10.8 cm)
This extraordinary set of 26 vintage Omega promotional postcards represents one of the most comprehensive collections of Omega timepieces from the 1970s era, featuring 82 models across their prestigious lines including the Megaquartz, Constellation, Seamaster, De Ville, and Speedmaster series.
Revolutionary Megaquartz Technology
The collection prominently features the groundbreaking Omega Megaquartz 2'400 series, which represented the pinnacle of electronic watchmaking in its time. These models, including the BA 396.0806, GD 396.0831, and ST 398.0836, showcased remarkable precision with variations of less than one second per month. The Megaquartz 2'400 was a technological marvel, featuring:
- A quartz crystal vibrating at 2,359,296 oscillations per second
- Integrated circuits equivalent to five radio sets
- Marine Chronometer certification
- Shock-resistant and temperature-variation immune construction
Space Exploration Heritage
The collection includes the legendary Speedmaster Professional (ST 145.0022), highlighting Omega's crucial role in space exploration:
- Official NASA choice for all manned space missions
- Used in all Apollo missions
- Worn during the historic Apollo-Soyuz mission
Olympic Games Legacy
Since 1932, Omega has been the official timekeeper of the Olympic Games, developing pioneering sports timekeeping equipment capable of:
- Measuring to 1/1000th of a second
- Providing simultaneous display on TV screens
- Recording individual finish times for athletes
Collection Rarity
This set of postcards is particularly significant because:
- It represents a complete catalog of Omega's diverse 1970s collection
- It includes the revolutionary Megaquartz series, which marked a pivotal moment in watchmaking history
- It documents Omega's transition period from mechanical to electronic timepieces
- It features detailed technical specifications and high-quality images of each model
- It captures Omega's prominence in both traditional luxury watchmaking and cutting-edge electronic innovation
The collection serves as an invaluable reference for watch enthusiasts, collectors, and historians, offering detailed insights into one of the most innovative periods in Omega's history.
List of OMEGA Watches Featured:
- Megaquartz BA 396.0806
- Megaquartz GD 396.0831
- Megaquartz ST 398.0836
- Megaquartz BA 396.0802
- Geneve ST 366.0835
- Geneve MD166.0188
- Geneve ST 366.0832
- Geneve ST 166.0117
- Geneve ST 166.0107
- Geneve ST 566.0038
- Geneve MD 511.0413
- Geneve MD 511.0417
- Geneve MF 511.0454
- Geneve MD 511.0412
- Geneve MD336.0801
- Geneve ST 111.0108
- Geneve ST 166.0163
- Geneve MD 366.0833
- Geneve MD 166.0168
- Geneve ST 162.0060
- Geneve CD 166.0039
- Geneve ST 535.0015
- Geneve ST 166.0081
- Geneve ST 198.0064
- Geneve MD 198.0068
- Geneve MD 198.0030
- Seamaster ST 198.0001
- De Ville MD 751.0248
- De Ville MF 711.1808
- De Ville MF 711.1807
- De Ville ST 551.0066
- De Ville ST 511.0166
- De Ville MF 511.0404
- De Ville MD 511.0469
- De Ville MD 566.0045
- De Ville ST 511.0452
- De Ville BA 562.0018
- De Ville MD 166.0162
- De Ville OA 115.0001
- De Ville ST 155.0001
- De Ville MD 156.0002
- De Ville ST 151.0051
- De Ville MD 151.0041
- De Ville ST 111.0107
- De Ville MD 511.0378
- De Ville MD 511.0379
- De Ville BA 511.0374
- De Ville ST 155.0006
- De Ville ST 155.0005
- De Ville ST 355.0803
- Seamaster Cosmic 2000 ST 166.0129
- Seamaster Cosmic 2000 ST 366.0826
- Seamaster Cosmic 2000 ST 366.0827
- Seamaster Cosmic 2000 ST 166.0026
- Seamaster Cosmic 2000 CD 166.0128
- Seamaster Cosmic 2000 ST 166.0130
- Seamaster Cosmic 2000 ST 766.0804
- Seamaster 600 ST 166.0077
- Seamaster ST 166.0088
- Semaster ST 166.0073
- Constellation DD 368.0854
- Constellation ST 368.0847
- Constellation ST 368.0850
- Constellation BA 368.0852
- Constellation DD 368.0851
- Constellation CD 568.0018
- Constellation ST 768.0803
- Constellation CD 168.0057
- Constellation CD 168.0056
- Constellation ST 168.0068
- Constellation PN 198.0002
- Constellation ST 398.0803
- Constellation ST 398.0820
- Constellation ST 398.0816
- Constellation ST 168.0063
- Constellation ST 368.0855
- Speedmaster ST 378.0801
- Flightmaster ST 145.0036
- Speedmaster Mark II ST 145.0014
- Speedmaster Mark IV ST 176.0009
- Memomatic ST 166.0072
- Speedmaster Professional ST 145.0022
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Original Magazine Ads
Our vintage ads and cutouts come straight from original magazines. Due to age, some images may have faded colors. We use high-resolution scanning to accurately capture and display the current condition of each piece.
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Framing
Our frames are crafted from solid wood for durability and longevity. We use high-transparency PVC that preserves color accuracy and authenticity while maintaining structural integrity to prevent damage during shipping.
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Shipping
We aim to process and ship your order within 3-5 business days. Shipping method depends on your order size:
- Unframed Orders will be shipped via tracked local postal service
- Framed Orders will be delivered by courier, with a tracking link provided