Omega De Ville Symbol Quartz - 18k Solid Gold Diamond Set Bezel - Gold Sunburst Diamond Dial - 32mm Unisex Watch - Gold Plated Stainless Steel Bracelet & Case - All Original - Cal. 1436 - Ref. 196.0316 - Excellent Condition
This striking Omega De Ville is a rare and elegant unisex-sized 32mm timepiece, suitable for both men and women. It features a factory-set 18k solid gold diamond bezel, a warm champagne sunburst dial with diamond markers, and a reliable Swiss quartz caliber 1436. With its sophisticated styling and luxury details, this De Ville embodies Omega’s fine dress-watch heritage.
Model & Reference This watch is stamped with the two known reference numbers: 196.0316 396.1016 These references correspond to De Ville Quartz models produced during the late 1970s into the 1980s when Omega offered refined quartz dress watches with gold and diamond embellishments. The paired references often indicate the same model with slight variation in market or finish code.
The first part of the serial number on the caseback has been polished over time, which is common in older gold models.
Case Markings & Hallmarks On the caseback you will find: “GX” and “CI” in a circle “JBC” at the top These are manufacturer or supplier hallmark stamps associated with Omega’s use of third-party gold case makers in certain mid-late 20th century models. Hallmarks like GX, CI, and JBC typically relate to the gold alloy verification and plating contractor identifiers used by Omega in that era — confirming authenticity of the precious metal bezel and case construction.
Dial & Bezel Original gold sunburst dial Factory-set diamond hour markers Diamonds also set around the bezel Slim polished hands Date aperture at 6 o’clock Signed Omega De Ville
The bezel is confirmed by research and hallmarking to be 18k solid gold - consistent with premium De Ville Symbol/Quartz dress models from Omega’s vintage offerings.
Movement Omega Caliber 1436 (Quartz) 6 Jewels New Swiss Renata battery fitted Movement in perfect working order
Case & Bracelet Case diameter: 32mm (unisex) Solid 18k gold diamond bezel Gold plated stainless steel Case Original Omega gold plated integrated bracelet Fits approx. 17.5cm wrist (can be adjusted)
Era – Circa late 1970s to early 1980s Based on the Caliber 1436 quartz movement, diamond bezel styling and dual reference numbers, this model was most likely manufactured from 1977 to 1983 which was a period when Omega blended quartz technology with dress-watch refinement.
Condition All original example Dial in very good condition with light age-related marks (barely visible) Crystal is clear Case has some small scratches Crown is omega stamped, works perfectly Bezel and diamonds in excellent condition Bracelet shows light surface wear, gold plating holds well Movement working perfectly
The watch does not come with its original box or papers but is 100% authentic Omega.
Please look into the photos to see the condition, measurments and movement of the watch. A video is provided to show the stunning sunburst effect with the clean diamonds, also shows the gold plating around the bracelet and that it is working perfectly.
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