Omega Seamaster 2518 Vintage Authentication

Danny V · 2015-12-20T17:20:51Z

Seeking advice on an Omega Seamaster 2518 14k gold with Caliber 343. Community insights on authenticity, crown, and valuation for this vintage reference.

Danny V seeks community advice on a vintage Omega Seamaster 2518, a rare 14k gold model with a Caliber 343 movement. His post highlights the importance of expert authentication and valuation for vintage pieces, especially given the seller's claim of an untouched dial. This discussion provides insights into verifying the originality and condition of such a historically significant Omega reference.

Hi,

I need advice and valuation on this (looking to buy this one...).
Does everything look legit? Seller claims dial is untouched.
14k Seamaster OJ 2518 with 343 movement. Says here that only 5000 pieces were ever made (first year of seamaster watches?).
http://www.omegawatches.cn/planet-omega/heritage/vintage-details/15747/
Almost identical to this (this one is 18k with slightly different dial?):
http://www.omegawatches.com/planet-omega/heritage/vintage-details/14715/
What do you think? Any advice and suggestions are welcome!

This message has been edited by Dan_Volkov on 2015-12-20 17:33:25

Key Points from the Discussion

Forum protocol discourages direct valuation requests on public threads, but community experts can provide private valuations for members in the midst of a purchase negotiation.
The correct crown for Seamasters of this era, including the 2518, is typically the 'clover leaf' design, which is an important detail for authenticating vintage pieces.
The watch in question appears to be original and authentic, with the exception of a potentially incorrect crown, a common detail to scrutinize in vintage Omega watches.

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Dr No

Dec 21, 2015

. . . and incorrect at that, but otherwise, original and authentic. Funny - I just recently posted that this reference was on my front burner! Enviously, Art

Danny V

Dec 21, 2015

How much do you think it's worth in this condition?

Dr No

Dec 21, 2015

. . . as a matter of forum protocol, Dan. It's just not our way . Having said that, there are community experts here who can send you a private valuation; I hope they'll view this thread sooner rather than later, as it seems you're in the midst of negotiating for this Seamaster. Art

Dr No

Dec 21, 2015

. . . the crown I'd expect would be the 'clover leaf', typical to Seamasters of the era. Here's an example . . . . . . of one from my collection. Art PS - I'll be sending you a private message shortly.

Dr No

Dec 21, 2015

[photo and watch credit: François] . . . originally posted in '08 by François.

Omega Seamaster 2518 Vintage Authentication

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