{"product_id":"omega-de-ville-la-magique-191-8523z","title":"Omega De Ville La Magique 191.8523Z","description":"\u003ctable style=\"width: 99.646%; height: 43.1876px;\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 33.2435%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.7898%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22.6415%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBox \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25.1572%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePapers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 23.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 33.2435%; height: 23.5938px;\"\u003eLike New (9\/10)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.7898%; height: 23.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e2024\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22.6415%; height: 23.5938px;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25.1572%; height: 23.5938px;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"3086\" data-start=\"2712\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOpening Context\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Omega De Ville La Magique reflects a particularly experimental and design-driven period in Omega’s history, when the maison explored unconventional forms of display and ultra-thin case construction during the late twentieth century. Rather than focusing purely on traditional watchmaking codes, the La Magique collection embraced illusion, minimalism, and visual theatre, resulting in watches that remain unlike almost anything else produced by Omega. The reference 191.8523Z captures that spirit especially well, pairing sculptural yellow gold construction with one of the collection’s most distinctive features: the floating sapphire disc display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy This Reference Matters\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 191.8523Z stands out because of how radically it approaches time display while maintaining an elegant and refined character. The black mirror dial creates the illusion of depth and absence, allowing the floating sapphire disc and gold hands to appear almost suspended within the case itself. This unusual presentation gives the watch a striking architectural quality that feels more closely related to industrial design and modern art than conventional dress watchmaking. The slim 18k yellow gold case further reinforces the minimalist aesthetic, while the quartz calibre 1357 provides reliable long-term operation with approximately one to two years of power reserve between battery changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the Wrist\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMeasuring 28mm by 35mm, the De Ville La Magique wears with slim and elegant proportions that suit its highly minimalist design language. The thin yellow gold case sits lightly on the wrist, while the black mirror dial creates constant visual contrast and reflection as lighting changes throughout the day. Paired with a brown leather strap and matching 18k yellow gold pin buckle, the watch feels refined, unconventional, and distinctly representative of late twentieth-century design experimentation. On the wrist, it is subtle in size yet visually captivating in execution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Transparency\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis example features a 28mm x 35mm 18k yellow gold case with black mirror dial, floating sapphire disc display, and gold hands. It is fitted to a brown leather strap secured by an 18k yellow gold pin buckle and powered by the quartz calibre 1357 with an approximate battery life of one to two years. As always, particular attention should be given to case condition, sapphire and dial preservation, movement functionality, strap condition, and overall set completeness—communicated strictly on verified information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy It Belongs in a Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe De Ville La Magique belongs in a collection that appreciates unconventional and design-led watchmaking from historically important maisons. It offers a very different perspective on Omega’s creative history, prioritising visual experimentation and form over traditional complication or sport-oriented functionality. For collectors drawn to unusual display concepts, minimalist dress watches, and overlooked references with strong period character, the 191.8523Z represents a deeply distinctive piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClosing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Omega De Ville La Magique 191.8523Z remains one of the more unusual and visually intriguing expressions of Omega’s design experimentation. With its floating sapphire disc display, mirror-like black dial, and slim yellow gold construction, it stands as a refined and highly individual interpretation of late twentieth-century dress watch design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"55\" data-start=\"41\"\u003eCase Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 28 mm x 35 mm\u003cbr data-is-only-node=\"\" data-end=\"69\" data-start=\"66\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"82\" data-start=\"69\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"82\" data-start=\"69\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18K Yellow Gold\u003cbr data-end=\"101\" data-start=\"98\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"110\" data-start=\"101\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"110\" data-start=\"101\"\u003eDial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black Mirror Dial with Floating Sapphire Disc Display and Gold Hands\u003cbr data-end=\"182\" data-start=\"179\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"192\" data-start=\"182\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"192\" data-start=\"182\"\u003eStrap:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brown Leather Strap with 18K Yellow Gold Pin Buckle\u003cbr data-end=\"247\" data-start=\"244\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"265\" data-start=\"247\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"265\" data-start=\"247\"\u003ePower Reserve:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 1 to 2 years\u003cbr data-end=\"343\" data-start=\"340\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"356\" data-start=\"343\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"356\" data-start=\"343\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Quartz (Calibre 1357)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eShipments are delivered under Delivered Duty Unpaid (DDU) terms, with duties and taxes payable by the recipient.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e","brand":"TimeTells","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53227051286828,"sku":null,"price":12888.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0919\/4982\/6348\/files\/191.8523Z-1.jpg?v=1779258391","url":"https:\/\/www.timetells.shop\/products\/omega-de-ville-la-magique-191-8523z","provider":"TimeTells","version":"1.0","type":"link"}