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Who invented California dial?
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The California dial likely originated in the 1930s because Californians loved mixing Roman and Arabic numbers. However, the style grew in popularity in the 1970s when refinisher Kirk Rich was tasked with creating California dial watch faces. You’ll find a range of California dial watches on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Rolex Oyster Perpetual Bubbleback Chronometer California Dial
By Rolex
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Chronometer wristwatch.
California Dial with original Patina
Case and movement signed.
Description / Condition
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Mens Rolex Oysterdate Precision 1980s 6694 Diamond Dial and Bezel RA17
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
master watchmaker. Dazzling aftermarket, gemmed Rolex diamond dial, applied color sapphire hour markers
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches
Mens Rolex Oyster Datejust 16220 Rare Tapestry Dial Automatic 1990s RA278B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
rare tapestry dial. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous, unique Rolex signed tapestry
Category
1990s Swiss Wrist Watches
Rolex 18kt. Yellow Gold President Series 1970's with Original Dial
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: President / Reference 1803
METAL / MATERIAL
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches
Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 6564 Diamond Dial Automatic 1950s RA150
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
and sapphire dial and diamond bezel, c.1957. Gorgeous custom Rolex signed aftermarket gemmed, diamond
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold
Mens Rolex Oyster Datejust 1601 18k SS Automatic Linen Dial 1970s RJC141T
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
.1970s. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed gold linen dial, applied indice
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
