Description
Basic Info | |
Brand | Omega |
Model | Seamaster |
Reference number | 166.0216 |
Movement | Automatic |
Case material | Steel |
Bracelet material | Steel |
Year of production | 1970 (Approximation) |
Condition | ( signs of wear or scratches) |
Scope of delivery | No original box, no original papers |
Gender | Men’s watch/Unisex |
Location | |
Price | 4150 |
Availability | Item is in stock |
Caliber | |
Movement | Automatic |
Caliber/movement | 1020 |
Number of jewels | 17 |
Case | |
Case material | Steel |
Case diameter | 35 x 40 mm |
Water resistance | Not water resistant |
Bezel material | Steel |
Crystal | sapphire |
Dial | Silver |
Dial numerals | No numerals |
Bracelet/strap | |
Bracelet material | Steel |
Bracelet color | Steel |
Clasp | Fold clasp |
Clasp material | Steel |
Functions | |
Date, Weekday |
The Omega Seamaster 166.0216 was first introduced in the early 1970s. It was a time of great change for both Omega and Tiffany & Co. Omega was at the height of its popularity, having just provided watches for the Apollo 11 astronauts on the moon landing. Tiffany & Co., meanwhile, was looking to expand its luxury watch offerings.
The 166.0216 was the perfect partnership. It was a stylish and sophisticated watch that fit perfectly with Tiffany & Co.’s image. The watch was available in a variety of styles, including stainless steel, gold-plated, and even two-tone models. It also featured a variety of dial colors, including silver, blue, and black.
The 166.0216 was a popular watch among celebrities and other high-profile figures. It was worn by actors like Steve McQueen and Paul Newman, and it was even featured in the James Bond film “Live and Let Die.”
The 166.0216 was discontinued in the late 1970s, but it remains a popular collector’s item today. Watches in good condition can sell for several thousand dollars.
Tiffany & Co. Collaboration:
The Tiffany & Co. collaboration is one of the things that makes the 166.0216 so special. Tiffany & Co. had a long history of selling Omega watches, but the 166.0216 was the first time that the two companies had officially collaborated on a watch.
The Tiffany & Co. logo is prominently featured on the dial of the 166.0216. This is a sign of the close relationship between the two companies.
The Tiffany & Co. collaboration is also evident in the quality of the watch. The 166.0216 is made with high-quality materials and craftsmanship. It is a truly luxurious watch.