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Hi there, I recently saw an Omega Constellation reference 2648 calibre 352 in a solid 18k gold case with a very low movement serial number (12280xxx) and case number (11000xxx). Both these numbers are the lowest I have seen on a Connie, and I say this aft...  

. . . which, incidentally, doesn't belong to me, has a movement number of 12,334, xxx. You're on the trail of an early production piece; here's hoping it ends up in your collection! Cordially, Art

Thanks for sharing your info with me, Art. In the few weeks since I first saw the watch and started my research I've probably come across 50+ early-1950s Connie serial numbers, whether via enthusiasts such as yourself sharing with me or images of watches ... 

. . . and serrated crown are also atypical attributes of this example. Please, cut to the chase and order the extract - utterly fascinating, this. (Assuming it's yours, of course!) Art

Once again I must defer to Desmond's extensive knowledge when responding. According to what Desmond wrote to me, the 'scientific' chapter ring was in fact a feature in some early Connies from the 1952 production slate. In fact the first Connie dial -- acc... 

. . . with serrated crowns, there's at least an even chance the original owner is correct. Art

...I'm illiterate when it comes to Connie crowns so I bow before your experience. All I know about Connie crowns I learnt from Desmond, either directly or from the illuminating article he wrote on the subject. Definitely recommended, it can be found on hi... 

The "Old Man" got this Connie with the same or at least similar crown. After some deliberation here a very generous member sent what Mickey believes to be the correct crown. The plot thickens ;-) ...  

Lovely, MikiJ. Thanks! Your watch is indeed very similar to mine. May I ask what are the first five digits of your watch's movement serial number and case serial number? Thanks again, ghoti

He said he remembered it being cica 1954.