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Up for sale is a highly collectible piece of watchmaking and anime history: the Omega Speedmaster Professional "Galaxy Express 999" Limited Edition. Released in 1999 exclusively for the Japanese market, this rare timepiece celebrates the legendary manga and anime space opera by Leiji Matsumoto.
This specific watch is individually numbered #0988 out of only 1,999 pieces ever produced worldwide.
Key Features
Exclusive Caseback: Features a detailed etching of Maetel, the iconic heroine of Galaxy Express 999, alongside Leiji Matsumoto’s signature and the unique limited edition number.
Classic Moonwatch DNA: Built on the legendary Speedmaster Professional chassis, featuring the robust manual-wind Omega Caliber 1861 movement.
Period-Correct Presentation: This watch comes accompanied by an Omega box consistent with the late-1990s release period.
Condition & Specifications
Model: Speedmaster Professional "Galaxy Express 999"
Reference: 3571.50.00
Limited Edition: #0988 / 1999
Movement: Caliber 1861 (Manual-wind chronograph)
Case Size: 42mm
Dial: Matte black with crisp tritium or early Luminova markers
Scope of Delivery: Watch and period-correct Omega box
Why Buy This Piece?
Finding a Galaxy Express 999 Speedmaster is becoming increasingly difficult, as most reside in permanent private collections. With less than 2,000 pieces in existence, its value is driven by both serious horologists and vintage anime collectors. It offers the perfect blend of daily wearability and investment-grade rarity.
The Citizen Tsuyosa Calavera Nocturna brings Día de los Muertos to the wrist in full maximalist glory. This hand-painted custom dial features a decorated sugar skull wearing a red and green striped sombrero at its center, surrounded by maracas, bones, butterflies, ornamental swirls, and flowers that fill every millimeter of the dark surface. Each element draws from Mexican folk art tradition – dense, colorful, and completely unafraid. No two dials are identical, with every brushstroke creating a unique celebration of life, death, and everything in between.Built on the Citizen Tsuyosa’s 40mm cushion-shaped stainless steel case with chamfered edges and integrated three-link bracelet, this timepiece pairs artistic expression with everyday reliability. The Caliber 8210 automatic movement delivers 42 hours of power reserve, while anti-reflective sapphire crystal protects the artwork and an exhibition caseback reveals the movement in action. Water-resistant to 50 meters – a wearable piece of art built for daily wear.
This preowned 2023 Longines Spirit Zulu GMT features a striking green ceramic bezel, a deep black dial, and comes in very good condition with a recent Longines service record, the original steel bracelet, and an extra unworn OEM brown leather strap.
Key Highlights
Condition: Very good preowned condition with minor signs of wear.
Service History: Recently serviced by Longines in 2026, complete with official service paperwork.
Dial and Bezel: Matte black dial with luminous Arabic numerals and a bidirectional rotating green ceramic 24-hour bezel.
Movement: Longines caliber L844.4 automatic GMT movement with a 72-hour power reserve and a silicon balance spring.
Case Size: 42mm stainless steel case.
What’s Included
Original Steel Bracelet: Fitted with a secure folding clasp and micro-adjustment links.
Extra Strap: Additional genuine Longines unworn brown leather strap with a steel pin buckle.
Documentation: Official Longines service records and original box/papers
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