Lot #3004
Omega Speedmaster Professional Apollo XVII 40th Anniversary Limited Edition 311.30.42.30.99.002
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Introduction
Released in 1957 and based on their earlier chronographs from the 1920s and '30s, the Omega Speedmaster is one of the most iconic chronographs ever. Named after the purpose of the tachymeter along its bezel, the Speedmaster was designed for race car drivers and pilots to time events and make rapid calculations. While these adrenaline-fueled activities might not be for the faint-hearted, they weren't what made the Speedmaster so iconic - that was its use in space and on the Moon. Following a gruelling series of tests with several competing brands, the Speedmaster debuted in space as a piece of NASA standard-issue equipment during the Gemini program of 1965 and would go on to become an iconic piece of each astronaut’s equipment over the course of decades. Commemorating 40 years since the last lunar mission in 1972, the ref. 311.30.42.30.99.002 that we have here combines the Speedmaster’s typical construction from the time with a rather elaborate 925 silver dial that features the same design as the Apollo XVII patch. Limited to just 1972 pieces, this is a true Omega collector’s dream.
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Grade
M 9
Status
Vetted & Approved
Included
Box and Papers
Est. value range
$4,000 – $6,000
The Details
Brand
Omega
Dimensions
42mm
Model
Speedmaster Professional Apollo XVII 40th Anniversary
Movement
Manual-wind cal. 1861
Reference
311.30.42.30.99.002
Bracelet
Stainless steel bracelet
Year
2012
Condition
Near-Mint
Material
Stainless steel
Included
Watch, box and papers
Dial Color
Silver (925 silver)
THE DIAL
Made entirely of 925 silver, the ref. 311.30.42.30.99.002's dial features the full Apollo XVII medallion design with the American flag, bald eagle motif and planets alongside Apollo himself.
THE CONSTRUCTION
Wearing with the same iconic aesthetic as almost every other Speedmaster Professional from the same era, this example's 42mm construction will be familiar to Omega collectors thanks to its lyre lugs and stainless steel bracelet. However, it swaps the traditional hesalite crystal for a sapphire one.
TIMING MACHINE READOUT
This reading was taken (crown down) with a ONEOF Accuracy Boutique Edition timing machine at time of cataloging. It is provided as a courtesy only, and shall not be construed as a warranty or guarantee of any kind. Please refer to our terms and conditions of sale for more information.
Condition
Watch is in near-mint overall condition. Case and bracelet shows only minor signs of use. Bracelet has 16 links total, 6 of which are removable. It currently fits an approx 8" wrist.
Our Perspective
Paying homage to the final Lunar mission in 1972, the ref. 311.30.42.30.99.002 celebrates humankind's most important journey in living memory in an appropriately unique and stylish manner.
Eric Ku
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