Circa 110 Years Old Antique Omega 🏆 Museum-Grade 1915 OMEGA: The "American Champion" Set / Antique 1915 Watch / Cal Omega Movement / Serviced

Unique 1915 Omega “Relay Champion” – The Complete Historical Set of William H. Banks Jr.
An exceptional time capsule: Swiss precision meets American sporting triumph from the pre-WWI era.

This offer features a rare, gold-filled Omega pocket watch, part of an inseparable set of memorabilia belonging to the distinguished collegiate athlete, William H. Banks Jr. This is not merely a timekeeping instrument; it is a tangible testament to a victory in one of the most prestigious competitions in United States history.

🏛 Historical Provenance: The 1915 Penn Relays
This watch served as the primary prize for the 1915 Relay Race Carnival (known today as the Penn Relays—the oldest and largest track and field meet in the United States).

Case Back Engraving: The inner dust cover hides a masterful championship inscription: “Relay Race Carnival 1915 / One Mile Preparatory School Championship of America / William H. Banks Jr.” This confirms that Banks Jr. was a member of the winning one-mile relay team in the Preparatory School category.

The Medal Set: The watch is accompanied by two original fobs attached to the period chain:

Johns Hopkins Medal (1915): An exquisitely detailed, high-relief medal depicting a dynamic track scene from the “5th Regiment - Johns Hopkins Indoor Games.”

Dieges & Clust Medal: A dedicated relay race medal personalized for Banks Jr. It is hallmarked by the legendary Dieges & Clust of New York—the same jewelers who designed Olympic medals and the iconic Heisman Trophy.

⚙️ Horological Specifications: The Heart of the Omega
The watch impresses not only with its history but also with its technical condition, which remains exemplary after more than 110 years.

Movement: In-house Omega Watch Co. Swiss. Built with 7 Jewels and "Adjusted 2 Positions," ensuring the high accuracy required for prestigious sporting prizes.

Serial Number: 4409424 – Official Omega archives precisely date the production of this movement to 1915, aligning perfectly with the dates of Banks’ athletic triumphs.

Dial: Immaculate white enamel in perfect condition. Features bold Arabic numerals and a subtle red 5-minute outer track. A classic recessed sub-second dial is located at the 6 o'clock position.

Hands: Stunning gold-plated "Louis XIV" style hands with intricate, open-work filigree.

🎨 Condition and Aesthetics
The "Gold Filled" case presents beautifully, retaining its original luster and sharp edges. The watch is mounted on an authentic, period-correct "box link" chain, completing the ensemble. The movement is remarkably clean, featuring decorative "snailing" on the wheels and blued steel screws.

💎 Investment Value
This is a museum-grade specimen. It is exceptionally rare for the market to see an object where a premium brand (Omega), a specific historical event (1915 American Championship), and physical supporting medals form such a cohesive and documented provenance.

An ideal acquisition for:

Collectors of rare Omega timepieces with documented "provenance."

Investors in unique sporting memorabilia.

Connoisseurs of items with a verified identity and a "soul."