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Concord 18k Gold & Diamond Ladies Watch Ref. #51.25.160, Mother of Pearl Dial
By Concord Watch
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Concord 18k Gold & Diamond Ladies Watch Ref. 51.25.160
Description / Condition: All watches have
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
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Concord La Scala Steel Chronograph White Guilloche Dial Quartz Watch 14.H1.1481
By Concord Watch
Located in Toronto, CA
photos carefully
Band Size :fits a wrist up to approx 19 cm
Gender: Mens Watch
Condition: In Excellent
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Illinois Early Stainless Steel Sport Watch with Original Dial
By Illinois Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
American railroad watches and as trend setters in wrist watch design. This piece, done with an experimental
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Zenith Stainless Steel Original Dial Manual Wind Watch, circa 1950s
By Zenith Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Zenith Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Mid Century Round
METAL / MATERIAL: Steel
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
A. Lange & Sohne Lange 1 Rose Gold Black Dial Mens Watch 101.031
By A. Lange & Söhne
Located in Atlanta, GA
A. Lange & Sohne Lange 1 Rose Gold Black Dial Mens Watch 101.031. Manual-winding movement. 18k rose
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Rose Gold
Hampden Watch Co. A Highly Engraved Railroad Full Hunter Pocket Watch C1890
By Hampden Watch Company
Located in London, GB
Hampden Watch Co. A Highly Engraved Heavy 14ct Gold Full Hunter Keyless Lever Railroad Pocket Watch
Category
Antique 19th Century American Pocket Watches
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Dueber Hampden Nickel Silver Watch with Original Dial & Hands & Strap circa 1920
By Hampden Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Dueber Hampden Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Cushion Shaped / Military Style
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
A. Lange & Sohne Grand Lange 1 White Gold Black Dial Mens Watch 115.028
By A. Lange & Söhne
Located in Atlanta, GA
A. Lange & Sohne Grand Lange 1 White Gold Black Dial Mens Watch 115.028. Manual-winding movement
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
White Gold
Waltham Nickel Silver Very Early Wrist Watch with Original Dial from 1897
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
flawless enamel dial and original blued steel hands an original crown as well. We never see watches this
Category
Antique 1890s Wrist Watches
A. Lange & Sohne Grand Lange 1 White Gold Black Dial Mens Watch 117.028
By A. Lange & Söhne
Located in Atlanta, GA
A. Lange & Sohne Grand Lange 1 White Gold Black Dial Mens Watch 117.028. Manual-winding movement
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
White Gold
Corum Ovale 18k White Gold Pink MoP Dial Quartz Wrist Watch 137.410.69
By Corum Watch Company
Located in Montclair, NJ
This unique and luxurious Corum Ovale wrist watch features an oval-shaped, 23.9mm wide, solid 18k
Category
1990s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
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Bulova Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Watch with Original Dial from 1960's
By Bulova Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Bulova Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Dress Watch
METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold
Category
Vintage 1960s American Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Waltham Gold Filled Ladies Art Deco Watch Engraved June 14th, 1932 Original Dial
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
Waltham Watch Company, watches were generally produced by hand, in “cottage” industries. They were owned
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Waltham Open Faced Gold Filled Pocket Watch Flawless Kiln Fired Enamel Dial 1892
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
classic 18 size American Watch is fitted with a flawless original kiln fired enamel dial. The case is
Category
Antique 1890s American Pocket Watches
Waltham Yellow Gold Filled Open Faced 18 Size Pocket Watch with Flawless Dial
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
.” Before the Waltham Watch Company, watches were generally produced by hand, in “cottage” industries. They
Category
Antique Early 1900s Swiss Pocket Watches
Waltham Yellow Gold Filled Open Faced Pocket Watch with Enamel Dial from 1897
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
“industrialization.” Before the Waltham Watch Company, watches were generally produced by hand, in “cottage
Category
Antique 1890s North American Art Nouveau Pocket Watches
Illinois Gold Filled Art Deco Pocket Watch with Rare Hammered Case and Red Dial
By Illinois Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
grade railroad watches which kept time to within 3 or 4 seconds a day. The entire watch is in excellent
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Bulova Gold Filled Art Deco Tank Style Watch with Custom Finished Dial 1940's
By Bulova Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Bulova Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style
METAL / MATERIAL
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Bulova Yellow Gold Filled Tortue Art Deco Watch with Custom Finished Dial 1950's
By Bulova Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Bulova Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tortue (Tortoise) Shaped
METAL
Category
Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
1880's Ladies J.W. Benson Bracelet Watch with Articulated Band Kiln Fired Dial
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
first watch with a luminous dial and the first watch with a stopwatch.
Benson continued to produce high
Category
Antique 1880s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Concord 18 Karat White Gold Ladies Diamond Dress Watch
By Concord Watch
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
crystal, pull/push crown, water resistant
Dial: mother of pearl diamond dial
Band: Concord 18K white gold
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Rockford Watch Co. Gold Filled Case Rare Anti Magnetic Case and Dial, circa 1870
By Rockford Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
-magnetic case. Additionally the watch is also fitted with an unusual enamel dial with the traditional
Category
Antique 1870s American Civil War Pocket Watches
Authentic Concord Veneto White Gold, Diamond and Mother of Pearl Watch
By Concord Watch
Located in Holmdel, NJ
Authentic Concord Veneto Ladies white gold, diamond and mother of pearl dial watch.
This
Category
Early 2000s Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Illinois Watch Company Display Back Pocket Watch
By Illinois Watch Company
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
subsidiary second hand dial. Watch#3434870. In spectacular condition, freshly serviced and working. Gift
Category
Early 20th Century American Pocket Watches
Materials
Brass
Concord Stainless Steel Three Register Chronograph Manual Watch
By Concord Watch
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Concord Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Chronograph / Tonneau Shape
METAL
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Waltham Classic with a white dial Manual watch
By Waltham
Located in Surfside, FL
Vintage Waltham in 14k with cushion shaped case with a white dial with set luminous Arabic hour
Category
Vintage 1930s Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Illinois White Gold Filled Watch Art Deco Wrist Watch 1930's
By Illinois Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Illinois Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Commodore / Art Deco
METAL / MATERIAL
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Palace Salmon Metal Band Quartz Watch (Complimentary Extra Straps)
By ADEXE Watches
Located in Tsuen Wan District, HK
【ＰＡＬＡＣＥ 】The Timeless Casual Business Watch
A taste of understated luxury for office ladies in a
Category
2010s Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Palace Salmon Metal Band Quartz Watch 'Complimentary Extra Straps'
By ADEXE Watches
Located in Tsuen Wan District, HK
【ＰＡＬＡＣＥ 】The Timeless Casual Business Watch
A taste of understated luxury for office ladies in a
Category
2010s Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
18 Kt Solid Full Gold & Diamonds Concord Wrist Watch Full Set
By Concord Watch
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 Kt. Solid Gold & Diamonds Concord Wrist Watch
Movement: Quartz
Case: 18 kt. Yellow gold
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Artisan Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Illinois Silver Hunters Case Pocket Watch from 1893 with Pocket Watch Chain
By Illinois Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
engraved in sterling silver and the dial is hand made as well. Illinois watches were renowned for their
Category
Antique 1890s American Pocket Watches
Materials
Silver
Hampden Watch Company Multi Colored Gold Keyless Lever Full Hunter Pocket Watch
By Hampden Watch Company
Located in London, GB
Hampden Watch Company, A 14ct multi coloured gold keyless lever full hunter pocket watch, C1890
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Pocket Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
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Large Invicta Diamond Crown 14k Gold Minute Repeater Chronograph Pocket Watch
By INVICTA WATCH
Located in Kenley surrey, GB
Lever Pocket Watch. Dial: The Excellent Champagne dial with unusual skeleton style numerals and outer
Category
Antique 1880s Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
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Palace Classic White Metal Band Quartz Watch, 'Complimentary Extra Straps'
By ADEXE Watches
Located in Tsuen Wan District, HK
【ＰＡＬＡＣＥ 】The Timeless Casual Business Watch
A taste of understated luxury for office ladies in a
Category
2010s Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Palace Classic White Metal Band Quartz Watch, 'Complimentary Extra Straps'
By ADEXE Watches
Located in Tsuen Wan District, HK
【ＰＡＬＡＣＥ 】The Timeless Casual Business Watch
A taste of understated luxury for office ladies in a
Category
2010s Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Palace Very Per Metal Band Quartz Watch 'Complimentary Extra Straps'
By ADEXE Watches
Located in Tsuen Wan District, HK
【ＰＡＬＡＣＥ 】The Timeless Casual Business Watch
A taste of understated luxury for office ladies in a
Category
2010s Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Waltham Open Faced American Pocket Watch with Period Watch Chain from 1934
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
well as promote the idea of “industrialization.” Before the Waltham Watch Company, watches were
Category
Vintage 1930s Swiss Pocket Watches
Ladies Concord Les Palais 14k Yellow Gold Watch 21 A1 1801
By Concord Watch
Located in Dallas, TX
Ladies Concord Les Palais 14k Yellow Gold Watch 21 A1 1801 - Quartz movement. 14k yellow gold case
Category
20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
West End Watch Company Secundus Indian Army Watch
By West End Watch Company
Located in London, GB
clearly marked, in our view it is just that, a rare Indian Military watch
White Enamel dial with both
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Waltham Gold Filled Art Deco Watch
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
promote the idea of “industrialization.” Before the Waltham Watch Company, watches were generally produced
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Waltham Gold Filled Art Deco Watch
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
some of the worlds most accurate pocket watches for the railroads. This model with an original dial is
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Concord for Shreve & Co. Yellow Gold Manual Wind Watch 1980's Art Deco Style
By Concord Watch
Located in Long Beach, CA
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: 17 Jewels Manual Winding / Caliber 259
DIAL / HANDS: Silvered Roman Numbers / Blued
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches
Chopard Diamond, Mother of Pearl Dial Watch
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
A timeless wrist watch by Chopard, crafted in 18k white gold, a black leather strap, the face set
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Corum Watch Love Story Model in 18K Yellow fiold Diamonds and Mother of Pearl
By Corum Watch Company
Located in Paris, FR
Watch with Lid in the Shape of a perforated Book of a Heart discovering a Mother-of-Pearl Dial and a
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vacheron Constantin Classic 33051 with a White dial Manual watch
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Surfside, FL
Constantin watch has a 31 x 31 mm case with a Round caseback and White Roman Numeral dial. Circa: Vintage
Category
20th Century Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
A. Lange Sohne Datograph 18k Rose Gold Mens Watch 403.032
By A. Lange & Söhne
Located in Atlanta, GA
A. Lange Sohne Datograph 39mm 18k Rose Gold Mens Watch 403.032. Mechanical manual winding caliber
Category
Early 2000s Wrist Watches
Materials
Rose Gold
Waltham Yellow Gold Filled Mid Century Experimental Electromechanical Watch
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
watch. This is the only example of this watch I have ever seen. The dial has a rich patinated finish and
Category
Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches
IWC Vintage Classic Watch in yellow gold with a Gold dial 36.5mm Manual watch
By IWC
Located in Surfside, FL
case size. Circa1980s. Fine Pre-owned IWC Watch. Certified preowned Vintage IWC Vintage watch is made
Category
20th Century Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
A. Lange & Söhne, 18 Karat Gold, Chronograph Pocket Watch, 1898 Constantinopel
By A. Lange & Söhne
Located in Berlin, DE
This exquisite and rare pocket watch from A. Lange & Söhne represents an extraordinary combination
Category
Antique 19th Century German Pocket Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
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Waltham Gold Filled Campaign Style with Original Flawless Enamel Dial from
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
American House of Waltham. We seldom see these early American watches in such fine condition. This watch
Category
Vintage 1920s American Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
1914 Waltham “Swing Lug” WW1…….Trench Watch, Rare Design.
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Raleigh, NC
survive 118 years
This offering has the highly coveted World War - Trench watch Shadow Box dial. A
Category
Vintage 1910s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Sterling Silver
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H 0.48 in W 1.25 in Dm 1.25 in
Zenith Watch Art Deco Platinum Diamond Antique Estate Jewelry
By Zenith Watch Company
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An exquisite Zenith Watch from the Art Deco era, made of platinum and diamond.
The case and the
Category
Vintage 1930s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Russian Submariners Watch All Original from 1940s / 50s Steel
By Hampden Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
fine pocket watches. In 1888 they relocated to Canton, Ohio. In 1923 the firm merged with a the watch
Category
Mid-20th Century Modernist Wrist Watches
Antique American Waltham Watch Co. Circa 1901 Brass Pocket Watch W Display Back
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
dial.
The brass case of the watch shows some wear with character marks and light scratches as a
Category
Early 20th Century American Pocket Watches
Materials
Brass
Gentlemen's 1960s MIDO Ocean Star Powerwind Vintage Swiss Automatic Watch.
By Mido Watch Company
Located in Victoria, BC
Automatic Watch. This automatic Swiss watch has a date feature and is in overall good condition and keeping
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
A. Lange and Sohne Lange 1 Moonphase Rose Gold Mens Watch 109.032
By A. Lange & Söhne
Located in Atlanta, GA
A. Lange and Sohne Lange 1 Moonphase Rose Gold Mens Watch 109.032. Manual-winding movement. 18K
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Rose Gold
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
Antique 14K Yellow Gold Lady's Hunting Watch W/ Chain by Waltham Watch Co. 1888
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in New York, NY
This striking antique 14K Yellow Gold Lady’s Hunting Watch w/Fob by Waltham Watch Co. 1888 retains
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Aesthetic Movement Pocket Watches
Materials
14k Gold
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H 1.66 in W 1.58 in Dm 1.7 in
Rockford Yellow Gold Filled Open Faced Pocket Watch from 1886
By Rockford Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rockford Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Open Faced Pocket Watch
METAL / MATERIAL
Category
Antique 1880s Swiss Early Victorian Pocket Watches
A. Lange & Sohne Glashutte Dresden Keyless Lever Full Hunter Pocket Watch C1920s
By A. Lange & Söhne
Located in London, GB
A. Lange & Sohne. A heavy 18ct yellow gold keyless lever, full hunter pocket watch, C1920s.
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Category
Early 20th Century German Pocket Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Surely you’ll find the exact dial of a watch you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, stainless steel and 18k gold — can elevate any look. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Finding the perfect dial of a watch may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic dial of a watch over the years, but those made by Rolex, Cartier and Patek Philippe are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A dial of a watch of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring diamond, from our inventory of 1810, is particularly popular. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also brilliant cut cut and bead cut versions available here, too. Finding a dial of a watch for sale for men should be easy, but there are 7644 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as women, too.
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Finding the Right wrist-watches for You
Antique, new and vintage wristwatches have captured the hearts and minds of all manner of watch collectors as well as the watchmakers themselves — it's time you found your own.
Certain vintage watches for men and iconic watch designs for women are sought after not only because of their graceful proportions or innovative materials but also because of the illustrious histories of the houses that created them, histories that they stylishly embody.
Bulgari’s legendary Serpenti watch was on everyone’s list after the collection’s bold bracelet, which technically debuted after the timepiece, graced the wrist of actress Elizabeth Taylor. If anything, elaborately crafted timepieces — the unmistakably boxy silhouette of Cartier Tank watches, the elegant and minimal Calatrava designed by legendary Swiss house Patek Philippe — are even more effective than the shape we associate with traditional wristwatches.
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In the early days of watchmaking, watches were fragile enough that they necessitated protection from the elements. Now, wristwatches made of gold and steel can withstand the harshest climates — even 100 meters underwater, in the case of Rolex’s Submariner. Designer Gérald Genta, whose range of clients included Rolex, created for Audemars Piguet the first luxury sports timepiece to be made from stainless steel. First introduced in 1972, the Royal Oak was a perfect choice for blending the form and function that are now synonymous with sports watches.
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Questions About Dial Of A Watch
- What is a California Watch Dial?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A 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.
- What is a matte dial on a watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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 ExpertFebruary 17, 2023The 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 31, 2023The 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022On 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.
- What is a serti dial?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021Serti 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.
- What is a blue dial?1 Answer
Roman Malakov DiamondsMarch 22, 2021A 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. - What is a drop dial clock?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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, 2022The 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.
- What is the Rolex lapis dial?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023The 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.
- What is a panda dial Daytona?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023A 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 ExpertMarch 22, 2022Yes, 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.
- Who invented California dial?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The 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.
- What is a Rolex matte dial?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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.
- What is a Rolex Ghost dial?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023The 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 ExpertNovember 1, 2023The 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.
- Does Rolex make an Arabic dial?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022The maxi dial on the Rolex 5513 refers to the hour and minute hands, which are larger on this particular model than the standard markers on other styles. You can shop a collection of expertly vetted Rolex watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The three different dials on the Rolex Daytona mark different times. The sub dial at 3 o'clock marks the chrono minutes, the sub dial at 6 o'clock marks the seconds for the time and the sub dial at 9 o'clock shows the number of hours elapsed for the chrono. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary Rolex watches from some of the top sellers around the world.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, you can indeed change the dial color on your Rolex watch. To avoid any damage to your luxury timepiece, you can contact Rolex directly to discuss options. You’ll also find a large collection of Rolex watches from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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