Constellation has been the name of an Omega collection of high-precision watches since 1952. At the time, its symbol was the dome of Geneva Observatory surrounded by eight stars in reference to the main chronometry records set by the brand. The initially round watches appeared in different shape variations as of 1964, including the introduction of the so-called ‘C-case’, and especially from 1967 onwards with the addition of women’s models. 1982 proved a decisive year, with the introduction of the four griffes (claws). They combined design with functionality as they secured the crystal and thus helped ensure water-resistance. Subsequent evolutions prefigured the choices made in 2009 for the contemporary Constellation. When the time came to redesign the Constellation, even though water-resistance was achieved by other means, the claws had become such a powerful symbol of the collection, they were deftly integrated into the design of a relatively broad bezel displaying Roman numerals… or were gem-set. The dial features generally baton-type hour-markers, Dauphine hands and, as on the original model, a star bearing the Constellation name at 6 o’clock. The “supernova” concept – named after particularly bright stars – implies that the finishing and decoration radiate out from the distinctive star. This pattern was introduced in 2008 on models celebrating Omega’s 160th anniversary year. The metal bracelet is seamlessly integrated with the case, a feature that debuted on the “Integral” line launched in 1969, but with the later single-row structure. Composed of wide rectangular links with intercalated bars, the bracelet attaches to the case by half-moon lugs. Other common denominators of the Constellation watches, entirely in tune with their history, are 100-metre water-resistance and remarkably precise quartz calibres or self-winding movements equipped with the famed in-house Co-Axial escapement. The first Constellation Master Chronometer, certified by the Swiss Federal Institute of Metrology (METAS), was launched in 2016 as a gem-set version with small seconds. The movement is the Omega Co-Axial 8704. Although rigorously defined, with identical design codes for men’s and women’s executions, and technical options focused on simple functions, the collection offers almost unlimited choice: a wide variety of sizes – 24, 27, 31, 35 and 38mm diameters –, materials, colours, finishes and decorations. It is the quintessential Omega watch that is perfect for everyone.

• Constellation collection redesigned in 2009 • Iconic claws integrated within the bezel