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18 Karat White Gold, Mother of Pearl, Pink Tourmaline, Sapphire Cocktail Ring
By Anna Maccieri Rossi
Located in Santarcangelo Di Romagna, IT
tourmaline cabochon and a mother of pearl dial where the hours of the day are marked by multicolored
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2010s Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Tourmaline, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

18 Karat Gold, Painted Mother of Pearl, Sapphires, Diamond, Lapis Cocktail Ring
By Anna Maccieri Rossi
Located in Santarcangelo Di Romagna, IT
' incorporates signature Swiss techniques with a painted and lacquered mother of pearl dial with sapphire indexes
Category

2010s Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Rare Art Deco 2.30 TCW Diamond 14K White Gold Cocktail Ring with Concealed Watch
Located in New York, NY
This striking, elegant Art Deco cocktail ring holds a delightful surprise- a miniature watch is
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

One-of-a-Kind Cushion-Cut Emerald Ring With Diamonds
By Maximilian
Located in New York, NY
Origin: Colombia Dial: 1.65ct Ring Size: 6.75 *This piece comes with an official Geublin Certificate.
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21st Century and Contemporary British Aesthetic Movement Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Square Omega Watch Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a wonderful Vintage Omega watch ring. It features a square face with a gold dial, black
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20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian enamel and diamond watch ring, circa 1910.
Located in London, GB
featuring a circular watch dial with blue and red numerals and two gold hands, the gallery decorated around
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

18 Karat White Gold Mother of Pearl, Turquoise, Sapphire and Diamond Ring
By Anna Maccieri Rossi
Located in Santarcangelo Di Romagna, IT
Between Fingers Ring' features a natural turquoise cabochon and a mother of pearl dial where the hours of
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2010s Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold

18 Karat White Gold, Blue Mother of Pearl, Brilliant Cut Diamond, Chevalier Ring
By Anna Maccieri Rossi
Located in Santarcangelo Di Romagna, IT
mother of pearl dial where the hours of the day are marked by multicolored sapphires with a white diamond
Category

2010s Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

18 Karat White Gold Diamonds Sapphire White Mother of Pearl Chevalier Ring
By Anna Maccieri Rossi
Located in Santarcangelo Di Romagna, IT
of pearl dial with the hours of the day marked by multicolored sapphires with diamond star at center
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold, Pink Tourmaline Sapphire and Mother of Pearl Ring
By Anna Maccieri Rossi
Located in Santarcangelo Di Romagna, IT
pearl dial with tourmaline cabochon at center. The 11 multicolored sapphires and a gold star at 8
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2010s Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold, Diamonds and Pale Pink Mother of Pearl Chevalier Ring
By Anna Maccieri Rossi
Located in Santarcangelo Di Romagna, IT
of pearl dial with the hours of the day marked by 4 diamonds indexes with diamond star at center
Category

2010s Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Hamilton Cocktail in Platinum with a Ivory dial 14.5mm Manual watch
By Hamilton
Located in Surfside, FL
Hamilton diamond Cocktail watch in platinum with approximately 3 carats in G-H color, VS clarity in
Category

Vintage 1950s Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum

Hamilton Cocktail in White Gold with a White dial 14mm Manual watch
By Hamilton
Located in Surfside, FL
Hamilton Cocktail in 14k white gold. Manual. 14 mm case size. Fine Pre-owned Hamilton Watch
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

Float Coffee Table Shiny Light Green Mirror Polished Steel Based By La Chance
By La Chance
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
made of spun metal is made in a workshop where clock tower dials have been turned for a century with a
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21st Century and Contemporary French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Float Coffee Table Shiny Cream Mirror Polished Steel Based by La Chance
By La Chance
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
upper cone made of spun metal is made in a workshop where clock tower dials have been turned for a
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21st Century and Contemporary French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Float Coffee Table Shiny Blue Mirror Polished Steel Based By La Chance
By La Chance
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
made of spun metal is made in a workshop where clock tower dials have been turned for a century with a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Float Coffee Table Mat Grey Mirror Polished Steel Based by La Chance
By La Chance
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
upper cone made of spun metal is made in a workshop where clock tower dials have been turned for a
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21st Century and Contemporary French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Float Coffee Table Shiny Yellow Mirror Polished Steel Based By La Chance
By La Chance
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
made of spun metal is made in a workshop where clock tower dials have been turned for a century with a
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21st Century and Contemporary French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Float Coffee Table Shiny Pink Mirror Polished Steel Based by La Chance
By La Chance
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
upper cone made of spun metal is made in a workshop where clock tower dials have been turned for a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Float Coffee Table Shiny Light Blue Mirror Polished Steel Based By La Chance
By La Chance
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
upper cone made of spun metal is made in a workshop where clock tower dials have been turned for a
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21st Century and Contemporary French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Float Coffee Table Shiny Red Mirror Polished Steel Based By La Chance
By La Chance
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
made of spun metal is made in a workshop where clock tower dials have been turned for a century with a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Ebel Cocktail in Yellow Gold with a Champagne dial 10mm Manual watch
By Ebel
Located in Surfside, FL
Ebel Vintage Cocktail watch with tourmalines and diamonds in 18k yellow gold with bark finish
Category

Vintage 1950s Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Float Coffee Table, Shiny Cream by Luca Nichetto for La Chance
By Luca Nichetto
Located in FR
clock tower dials have been turned for a century with a technic that has hardly evolved. The paint job
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2010s French Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

Float Coffee Table, Shiny yellow by Luca Nichetto for La Chance
By Luca Nichetto
Located in FR
clock tower dials have been turned for a century with a technic that has hardly evolved. The paint job
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2010s French Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

Float Coffee Table, Mat Grey by Luca Nichetto for La Chance
By Luca Nichetto
Located in FR
clock tower dials have been turned for a century with a technic that has hardly evolved. The paint job
Category

2010s French Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

Float Coffee Table, Shiny Pink by Luca Nichetto for La Chance
By Luca Nichetto
Located in FR
clock tower dials have been turned for a century with a technic that has hardly evolved. The paint job
Category

2010s French Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

Rare English "Dial-a-Drink" Recipe / Menu Cocktail Shaker by Mappin & Webb
By Mappin & Webb
Located in Bath, GB
American maker, Napier. The arrow points to the desired cocktail and the ingredients required appear
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Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Barware

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver Plate

Hamilton Cocktail Platinum Silver dial Manual watch
By Hamilton
Located in Surfside, FL
Vintage Hamilton Cocktail watch in platinum diamond case and 14k white gold diamond bracelet
Category

Antique 16th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Diamond Set Silver Dial Platinum Cocktail Wristwatch
Located in London, GB
A Platinum Diamond Set Cocktail Vintage Ladies Wristwatch, silver dial with arabic numbers, a fixed
Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Mathey Tissot Cocktail Watch 14K Rose Gold Hidden Dial
Located in New York, NY
dial, accentuated with gold markers, offers a classic yet understated aesthetic that is both
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Gubelin 18K Yellow Gold Cocktail Watch
By Gubelin
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Gubelin 1960's Ladies Cocktail Watch, a timeless epitome of sophistication and
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Gubelin 18K Yellow Gold Cocktail Watch
Gubelin 18K Yellow Gold Cocktail Watch
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H 0.91 in W 0.44 in
Omega Cocktail Watch 18K White Gold
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Omega 1960s Cocktail Watch, a timeless symbol of elegance and sophistication
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

Omega Cocktail Watch 18K White Gold
Omega Cocktail Watch 18K White Gold
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H 0.79 in W 0.36 in
Hamilton Cocktail 14k White Gold Wristwatch
By Hamilton
Located in Surfside, FL
Hamilton Cocktail watch in 14k white gold and 0.45 carats in diamond accents G-H color, VS-SI
Category

Vintage 1950s Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

Hamilton Cocktail 14k White Gold Wristwatch
Hamilton Cocktail 14k White Gold Wristwatch
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H 0.6 in W 0.6 in
Omega Cocktail Diamond & Emerald Set Watch
By Omega
Located in London, GB
A stunning white gold Cocktail Watch by Omega. Featuring a silver dial with a white gold bezel set
Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 18k Gold

Omega Cocktail Watch Platinum and Diamonds
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
timekeeping. The silver/grey dial adorned with silver arrow-shaped markers adds to its timeless sophistication
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Omega Cocktail Watch Platinum and Diamonds
Omega Cocktail Watch Platinum and Diamonds
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H 1.34 in W 0.48 in
Longines Diamond Cocktail Wristwatch, Circa 1950
By Longines
Located in London, GB
A vintage, Art Deco style cocktail wristwatch, featuring a rectangular off-white dial with cut
Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Omega Cocktail 14k white gold Manual wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Surfside, FL
Vintage Omega Cocktail watch in 14k white gold with diamond bezel. Mesh bracelet. Manual wind. 13.5
Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, White Gold

5.32 Ct Diamond Hamilton Platinum Cocktail Watch
By Hamilton
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage Hamilton 5.32 carat diamond cocktail watch of the highest
Category

Vintage 1940s American Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

5.32 Ct Diamond Hamilton Platinum Cocktail Watch
5.32 Ct Diamond Hamilton Platinum Cocktail Watch
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W 0.63 in L 7.09 in
Jaeger-LeCoultre Cocktail Watch 14K White Gold
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in New York, NY
classic proportions and unique design. The black dial, adorned with arrow-shaped silver markers, adds a
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

 Jaeger-LeCoultre Cocktail Watch 14K White Gold
 Jaeger-LeCoultre Cocktail Watch 14K White Gold
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H 1.11 in W 0.79 in
Antique Hamilton Diamond Platinum Ladies Cocktail Watch
By Hamilton
Located in Miami, FL
This Antique Hamilton Ladie's cocktail is watch crafted in solid Platinum. With an off-white dial
Category

Vintage 1950s American Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Gruen Cocktail Watch 14K White Gold and Diamonds
By Gruen
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Gruen 1950's Ladies Cocktail Watch, a timeless blend of elegance and sophistication
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Gruen Cocktail Watch 14K White Gold and Diamonds
Gruen Cocktail Watch 14K White Gold and Diamonds
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H 0.56 in W 0.56 in
Sandoz Uno 18K and 8.00CT Diamond Cocktail Watch
Located in New York, NY
This is a mid century gem a solid 18K white gold Sandoz Uno cocktail watch. This watch is decorated
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Piaget Cocktail Watch Diamond & Sapphire Set 2504 Watch
By Piaget
Located in London, GB
A ladies Cocktail Watch crafted in white gold by Piaget. Featuring a silver dial with a white gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold

1960s Vintage Hamilton Diamond Platinum Ladies Cocktail Watch
By Hamilton
Located in Miami, FL
This Vintage Hamilton Ladie's cocktail is watch crafted in solid Platinum. With an off-white dial
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Rolex Cocktail Watch 14K Yellow Gold Manual Wind
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
square. The dial of the watch is silver in color with non numeric stick hour markers. The watch is
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Cocktail Watch 14K Yellow Gold Manual Wind
Rolex Cocktail Watch 14K Yellow Gold Manual Wind
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H 0.67 in W 0.67 in
Pesag 14KT White Gold and Diamond Cocktail Watch
Located in New York, NY
weight of the watch is 48 grams. The Silver Dial, complemented by Roman Numeral markers, adds a touch of
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Pesag 14KT White Gold and Diamond Cocktail Watch
Pesag 14KT White Gold and Diamond Cocktail Watch
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H 1.46 in W 0.67 in
Eloga Kent 14K Yellow Gold and Diamond Cocktail Watch
By Eloga
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Vintage 14kt Yellow Gold Eloga Kent Cocktail Watch, a timeless treasure exuding
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Vintage Platinum and Diamond Cocktail Watch, Ladies Wristwatch
Located in NEWARK, GB
it maximum sparkle! The bracelet is marked platinum. The dial is a champagne white with black
Category

Early 20th Century European Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Glycine Cocktail Bracelet Watch 14K White Gold and Diamonds
By Glycine
Located in New York, NY
timeless elegance. Featuring a manual wind movement, it boasts a silver dial exuding vintage charm. The
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Paul Breguette Cocktail Watch 14K White Gold and Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
the back from 1973 adding to the watch's authenticity. The seconds sub dials adds to the beauty of its
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Vacheron Constantin Cocktail Watch White Gold Diamond Bezel F3.1046
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in London, GB
A stunning 20mm white gold cocktail watch by Vacheron Constantin. Featuring a distinctive silver
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Hamilton Cocktail Watch 14K White Gold and 4.00CT Diamonds
By Hamilton
Located in New York, NY
baguette cuts, these diamonds add brilliance and sophistication to the watch's design. The silver dial
Category

Vintage 1950s American Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Bueche-Girod Lapis-Lazuli Dial, Diamond Bezel Classic Wristwatch
By Bueche Girod
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This lovely vintage timepiece was created in Geneva Switzerland. The vivid blue Lapis dial is
Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

North Star Cocktail Watch 14K Yellow Gold Diamonds and Opals
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the North Star 1960's Opal and Diamond Cocktail Watch, a radiant fusion of elegance and
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold

Corum Cocktail Watch 18K Yellow Gold with Diamonds and Rubies
By Corum
Located in New York, NY
This is a vintage 1980's Corum Cocktail watch in 18K yellow gold with diamond and emerald bezel
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Diamond and Platinum Cocktail Wristwatch, Circa 1925
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco diamond cocktail wristwatch, with a rectangular, silvered dial with Art Deco style
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Ladies Art Deco Cocktail Diamond Sapphire Platinum Secret Watch
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
" doubles as a bracelet. The hidden dial has a spring cover and is adorned with 2 sapphires and over 2
Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Napier Recipe / Menu Cocktail Shaker, c.1930's
By Napier Co.
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
20th century Art Deco "Dial a Drink" recipe menu cocktail shaker silver plate circa 1930. A
Category

Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Napier Recipe / Menu Cocktail Shaker, c.1930's
By Napier Co.
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
20th century Art Deco "Dial a Drink" recipe menu cocktail shaker silver plate circa 1930. A
Category

Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Brass

Vintage 1970's Corum 18k Gold Ladies Diamond Cocktail Watch
By Corum Watch Company
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A vintage 1970's Corum 18k yellow gold ladies cocktail watch, with its original gold dial and
Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Dial A Cocktail For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact dial a cocktail you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, White Gold and 18k Gold. Find an antique version now, or shop for 13 vintage or 2 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Making the right choice when shopping for a dial a cocktail may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic dial a cocktail over the years, but those made by Patek Philippe, Piaget and Rolex are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A dial a cocktail of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Diamond, from our inventory of 6, is particularly popular. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for a dial a cocktail, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Dial A Cocktail?

Prices for a dial a cocktail can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $750 and can go as high as $22,509, while this accessory, on average, fetches $6,207.
Questions About Dial A Cocktail
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Serti watch dials are dials that are set with precious gems such as diamonds, sapphires, emeralds, and rubies. The word serti is derived from the French word “sertir” which means to set — the term Serti dial is used by Rolex to refer to its gem-studded dials. Find vintage Rolex watches today on 1stDibs.
  • A watch with a blue dial is a watch with a blue "face". The dial is the face of the clock that is marked to show the units of time. This is the part of the watch that holds the numbers, hands, etc.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A California watch dial is a clock face featuring half Roman numerals (generally for 10 o’clock to 2 o’clock) and half Arabic numerals (generally for 4 o’clock to 8 o’clock). A dash might replace the hours of 3, 6, and 9 — instead of the comparatively unexciting numerical representation — and an inverted triangle might be used to represent the hour of 12. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique, modern and contemporary watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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
    A drop dial clock is similar to a dial clock, but it has a longer drop or extends further from the bottom of the clock to accommodate a longer pendulum. Drop dial clocks also have different gearing than dial clocks, but it's the way the clocks look that most quickly distinguishes them from other clocks. Shop a collection of drop dial clocks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The dial on a Rolex Submariner tracks the time. A diving bezel that surrounds it allows the wearer to measure decompression stops while scuba diving. Its presence and high level of water resistance are what makes the timepiece a diver's watch. Shop a variety of Rolex Submariner watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    The Rolex lapis dial is a watch face or dial crafted out of lapis lazuli, a semiprecious stone. Timepieces that feature the dial catch the eye, thanks to their vibrant cobalt blue color. Shop a selection of Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    A panda dial Daytona is a nickname for a timepiece made by the luxury watchmaker Rolex. Specifically, the term describes a Daytona watch with a white dial and black sub-dials. Any watch with this black-on-white design may be called a panda. On 1stDibs, find a range of Rolex Daytona watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    The main dial on a Daytona watch is the time in hours and minutes, and the three smaller dials are timers. The one at the bottom is a 30-second timer, while the right and left dials are 30-minutes and 12-hour timers, respectively. Find a collection of Rolex Daytona watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, you can change the dial on a Rolex. However, the luxury watchmaker cautions you not to try and make changes to Rolex watches yourself. To install a new dial, visit an authorized Rolex service center. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Rolex watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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
    A Rolex matte dial is a timepiece made by the Swiss luxury watchmaker Rolex that has a particular type of dial or face. Matte refers to dials that have a flat finish rather than a glossy shine. Shop a wide range of Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    The term Rolex Ghost Dial is a nickname for rare variants of Rolex Datejust watches from the 16XXX series. These timepieces have gray dials with white text and silver-toned hour markers. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Rolex Datejust watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    Ottomans are used as footstools, but can also be used as a makeshift side table, perhaps to be used for resting cocktails. They usually have four short but wide legs providing stability and ease of mobility. Your average ottoman is almost always firmer than a pouf, and even if the plush pouf in your living room feels sturdy, it’s probably not the best surface for your early-evening glass of wine. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary cocktail ottomans from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Cocktail tables are ornate low tables traditionally used to serve cocktails and food in a seating area. When first sold in the early 20th-century, cocktail tables tended to be square or rectangular, while coffee tables were round or oval shaped. Today, both types of table come in a wide range of shapes. Find a variety of antique and vintage cocktail tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A cocktail ring is a large ring typically set with a precious gemstone. These opulent rings are ideal for cocktail parties, hence the name. These rings are designed with bright colors and flashy sizes to attract attention.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    A cocktail chair is a type of seating used in living rooms, parlors and similar spaces. Often designed with comfort in mind, cocktail chairs typically feature cushioned upholstery. While providing inviting places to sit, the chairs also add to the overall look of a seating area. You may sometimes see cocktail chairs referred to as accent chairs. Shop a large collection of cocktail chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    The dial on the Audemars Piguet is simply called a dial. However, many Audemars Piguet timepieces feature an iconic textural effect known as Tapisserie. Watches with Tapisserie patterning on their dials show off raised squares arranged in a grid. Applying the patterning is a complex process that involves engraving, lathing and pantography, a method of reproducing drawings mechanically by increasing and decreasing their size. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Audemars Piguet watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Rolex did make watches with an Arabic dial from roughly the 1950s to the late 1970s. It then revived the Arabic dial again in 2016. Today the company no longer makes the Arabic dial, and all of the ones they produced in the past were limited editions. Find vintage and contemporary Rolex watches from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    The three dials on a chronograph watch vary. Generally, the dials are 30-second, 60-minute and 12-hour timers used to precisely track time, but some timepieces may have different dials. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of chronograph watches.

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