What is the difference between the dial and the face of a watch?

The difference between the dial and the face of a watch comes down largely to preferred terminology. Both terms refer to the part of a watch where you look to see the time. Dial is generally a more technical term than face. Find a large collection of watches on 1stDibs.

Why do trench watches have a red 12?

Trench watches have a red 12 to make this mark on the watch more visible. As wrist watches became more popular, it was important to clearly mark where the 12 was located, as it was not always expected to be at the top of the face. Shop a collection of vintage trench watches from top sellers on 1stDibs.

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Located in Dubai, Dubai

Design Title: "Watching" This is a unique piece, hand-knotted from New Zealand wool. Here Cecilia

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Elegant Hermes Paris Gold Kelly Watch with Red Face + Rouge H Leather Strap 90s

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gold metal and features a red face; the leather watch band is Rouge H, a deep classic red. Stamped U

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Located in McKinney, TX

genuine leather strap - Face depicts a red spiked heart with thorn vine and chrome studs - Quartz

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What is the difference between the dial and the face of a watch?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
The difference between the dial and the face of a watch comes down largely to preferred terminology. Both terms refer to the part of a watch where you look to see the time. Dial is generally a more technical term than face. Find a large collection of watches on 1stDibs.
Why do trench watches have a red 12?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Trench watches have a red 12 to make this mark on the watch more visible. As wrist watches became more popular, it was important to clearly mark where the 12 was located, as it was not always expected to be at the top of the face. Shop a collection of vintage trench watches from top sellers on 1stDibs.

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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Western European Rugs

Watching - Unique Modern Geometric Wool Rug with Graphic Blue Red White Face

1990s French Contemporary Wrist Watches

Elegant Hermes Paris Gold Kelly Watch with Red Face + Rouge H Leather Strap 90s

1990s Unknown Modern Wrist Watches

Red Bandana "Trash" Wristwatch With Heart Face and Leather Band By Swatch, 1990s

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