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What is a matte dial on a watch?

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What is a matte dial on a watch?
A matte dial of a watch refers to the finish, which is flat in appearance, in comparison with its glossier counterparts which have a shine to their finish. The lume plots are typically painted on, instead of being applied. You can shop a collection of expertly vetted watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Vintage Rolex Gilt Brass Painted Horseshoe-Shaped Desk Clock C1960
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
Rolex. A Gilt Brass Painted Horseshoe-shaped Desk Clock, La Hora Al Secundo with Original Wooden
Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Desk Accessories

Materials

Brass

Rolex Datejust 1603 Tropical Gilt Dial Watch in Stainless Steel, 1967
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
gilt dial with stunning natural patina. The gilt dial era for Rolex spanned from the early 1950s to
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Vintage 5512 Gilt Underline Dial Pointed Crown Guard Submariner Full Set
By Rolex
Located in Boston, MA
A vintage Rolex Submariner, model 5512, with rare Underline gilt dial and pointed crown guard case
Category

Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Submariner Glossy Gilt Explorer Dial 5513 Steel Automatic Watch, 1964
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand: Vintage Rolex Model: 5513 Year: 1964 Serial number: 11xxxxx Reference: C03610 Many have
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex GMT-Master 1675 "Pepsi" Gilt Gloss Dial Rivet 6636 Bracelet Vintage Watch.
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Rolex GMT Master 1675 steel case, year of production 1966, bidirectional steel bezel with Aluminium
Category

Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Air King with Original Dial Gilt Markers, 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Air King / Reference 5500
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

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