18th Nov, 2024 12:00
Watches and Jewellery
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A RARE MEN'S MILITARY OMEGA STAINLESS STEEL MANUAL WRISTWATCH FOR THE SEWDISH MARKET.
SUVERAN ALSO KNOWN AS CIGARETTE WATCH.
A RARE MEN'S MILITARY OMEGA STAINLESS STEEL MANUAL WRISTWATCH FOR THE SEWDISH MARKET.
SUVERAN ALSO KNOWN AS CIGARETTE WATCH.
Brand: Omega
Model: Suveran
Case reference: 2400-6
Year: Circa 1940's
Movement: Manual, Cal. 30T2, No. 1036XXXX
Dial: Black, gilt Arabic numerals, gilt outer minute division, gilt hands, subsidiary dial for seconds at the six o'clock position
Material: Stainless steel
Bracelet/Strap: Grey
Signed: Dial, movement, case
Dimension: 35mm
During World War 2, this military-style watch was referred to as a cigarette watch. Swedish soldiers used to trade their Suveran watch for cigarette packs, which they got the name "cigarette watch." Suveran is also mainly made for Swedish citizens to support their government financially. Of course, only a limited quantity of the Suveran exists in today's market, most of which are with refinished dials or in deplorable condition
Estimated at £800 - £1,200
A RARE MEN'S MILITARY OMEGA STAINLESS STEEL MANUAL WRISTWATCH FOR THE SEWDISH MARKET.
SUVERAN ALSO KNOWN AS CIGARETTE WATCH.
Brand: Omega
Model: Suveran
Case reference: 2400-6
Year: Circa 1940's
Movement: Manual, Cal. 30T2, No. 1036XXXX
Dial: Black, gilt Arabic numerals, gilt outer minute division, gilt hands, subsidiary dial for seconds at the six o'clock position
Material: Stainless steel
Bracelet/Strap: Grey
Signed: Dial, movement, case
Dimension: 35mm
During World War 2, this military-style watch was referred to as a cigarette watch. Swedish soldiers used to trade their Suveran watch for cigarette packs, which they got the name "cigarette watch." Suveran is also mainly made for Swedish citizens to support their government financially. Of course, only a limited quantity of the Suveran exists in today's market, most of which are with refinished dials or in deplorable condition
Auction: Watches and Jewellery, 18th Nov, 2024
Azca Auctions proudly presents an exquisite Watches and Jewellery Auction on 18th of November. This remarkable event features 145 lots, ranging from iconic timepieces like the Omega, Speedmaster, Jaeger-LeCoultre Memovox... to rare, limited-edition watches and high-end jewellery by Jacob & Co such as a unique 18k rose gold and black diamond beads glove from the Touch Collection. Highlights include sought-after Rolex models, from the Red Submariner to the famous GMT Pepsi, to unique Rolex stone dials in malachite, ferrite and stella, as well as a limited edition Patek Philippe Grand Complication Celestial. With offerings for all budgets, this auction is a rare opportunity for collectors and enthusiasts alike.
For any specific query, please do not hesitate to contact our Head of Department, Tomas Aznar at tomas@azcaauctions.com. We look forward to hearing from you.
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