{"product_id":"1972-omega-de-ville-emerald-gold-plated-ref-511-0383-by-andrew-grima","title":"1972 Omega De Ville Emerald 'Gold Plated' (Ref. 511.0383) By Andrew Grima","description":"\u003cp\u003eFew watchmakers embraced the design revolution of the 1970s quite like Omega. While the brand had already established itself through iconic tool watches and elegant dress pieces, the De Ville collection became a platform for some of its most experimental creations. Originally introduced as a Seamaster sub-line before becoming its own collection in 1967, the De Ville embodied Omega's more refined and design-driven approach to watchmaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmong the most fascinating chapters of the De Ville story was Omega's collaboration with legendary British jeweler Andrew Grima, whose avant-garde aesthetic transformed the wristwatch into wearable sculpture. Following the acclaimed 1969 About Time collection, Grima continued his partnership with Omega through the Time in Style series, where conventional watch design gave way to bold architectural forms and artistic expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis De Ville \"Emerald\" is one of the standout designs from that collection. Its defining feature is the extraordinary gemstone-inspired faceted crystal, precision-cut to resemble a polished emerald. Rather than simply protecting the dial, the crystal becomes the centerpiece of the watch itself, manipulating light through dramatic reflections and subtle optical distortions that continuously change the appearance of the minimalist dial beneath. The result is a striking blend of horology, jewelry, and modernist design that remains one of the most distinctive and collectible expressions of 1970s Omega.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSPECS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"specs\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"47%\"\u003eStock #\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"2%\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"47%\"\u003eOMDV5110383AG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOmega\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDe Ville\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e511.0383\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSerial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e34XXXXXX\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSize\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMen's\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGold Plated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrey \/ Lavender\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMillimeters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e38 X 21\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStrap\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2pc Black Lizard Leather Strap\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCASE \u0026amp; BRACELET\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"collapse show\" id=\"case-amp-bracelet\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe impressive rectangular gold-plated case is exceptionally well-preserved, showing no notable evidence of past polishing, with only gentle signs of use present. The Omega signed crown is original. The faceted acrylic crystal, an integral part of Gima's design, also remains original and in excellent condition. The stainless steel span-on case back exhibits minimal wear. The watch comes supplied on a 2pc black lizard leather strap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDIAL \u0026amp; HANDS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original, ultra-mod, virtually brushed grey dial is in virtually perfect vintage condition, and has achieved a subtle lavender coloration from age. The original white enamel hands are in perfect condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eACCESSORIES \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNone. The watch is keeping time, but the service history is unknown. A movement service can be purchased upon request.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Omega","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45550512734317,"sku":"OMDV5110383AG","price":2950.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1104\/9180\/files\/Img043866.jpg?v=1785876791","url":"https:\/\/www.craftandtailored.com\/products\/1972-omega-de-ville-emerald-gold-plated-ref-511-0383-by-andrew-grima","provider":"Craft + Tailored","version":"1.0","type":"link"}