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What does tropical dial mean on a watch?
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On a watch, a “tropical dial” is one that was originally black in color but has since faded to a deep brown color. Rather than being viewed as a design flaw, a tropical dial is believed by some to give a timepiece more value by adding one-of-a-kind character. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of tropical-dial watches.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Vintage Rolex Tropical Dial Air King Reference 5500 in Stainless Steel
By Rolex
Located in Boston, MA
markers. The dial is marked with the Rolex signature, reflecting its Swiss origins.
The automatic
Category
Vintage 1980s Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer Tropical Dial 1016
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
A 36mm, vintage Rolex Explorer in stainless steel. Featuring a distinctive rare tropical dial with
Category
20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Submariner Date Violet/Tropical Dial Service Papers
By Rolex
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex
MODEL: Submariner Date
REFRENCE: 16618
SIZE: 40mm
CASE: 18k Yellow Gold
DIAL: Blue
Category
1990s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
Rolex Vintage GMT-Master Pepsi Tropical Dial 1675
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
A vintage GMT-Master Pepsi in stainless steel by Rolex. Features a matte black gilt dial which over
Category
20th Century European Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Tropical Patina Vintage Oyster Perpetual Ref 6332 Stepped Dial
By Rolex
Located in Boston, MA
Aston Estate Jewelry Presents:
A refined Rolex wristwatch in stainless steel. This vintage
Category
Vintage 1950s Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694 Men's Stainless Steel Watch Brown Tropical Dial
By Rolex
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
& Hands (S, M, H)
Note: Dial shows some wear and has not been refinished
Labeled "♛ / ROLEX / OYSTERDATE
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
