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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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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
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Rolex Milgauss Anti-Magnetic Tropical Honeycomb Dial 6541 Automatic Watch 1958
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
has engraved the name “Charles Sheffield”
Dial: Aged Super Glossy Tropical Gilt Honeycomb Dial where
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel, 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
Rolex Submariner Tropical Brown Glossy Gilt Dial 5512 Steel Automatic Watch 1960
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Dial: Super Smooth Glossy Gilt Tropical Dial where the lumes are still intact and have turned into
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer Gilt Tropical Dial 1016 Steel Automatic Watch with 2 Papers, 1964
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
environmental factors and is highly prized by collectors. Owning a Rolex Explorer 1016 with a tropical dial is a
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex GMT-Master Glossy Tropical Gilt O.C.C. Dial 1675 Steel Watch, 1960
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand: Vintage Rolex
Model: 1675
Year: 1960
Serial number: 50xxxx
Reference: OT1249
Case: Show
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
