The tropical effect on the dial of a watch today is called a specific discoloration of the dial created in some vintage watches due to the effects of the climatic conditions in which the watch was used.<\/p>\n
The ideal conditions for achieving a tropical dial effect are prolonged use of the watch in a highly exposed environment, followed by storing it for a long time in a darkened place.<\/p>\n
Obtaining a dial that has turned a shade of brown from its factory black color takes many years and favorable conditions, through which tropical dials are very rare and sought after by collectors.<\/p>\n
It is no coincidence that we often come across “tropical” watches that were originally purchased and used in South American or African countries.<\/p>\n
The tropical effect does not in any way imply damage to the watch dial. It is the result of a natural process occurring on the dial as a result of the conditions to which the watch has been exposed, combined with the varnish or paint used on the watch dial allowing this specific effect to form. <\/p>\n
Most importantly, “tropical” provides a spectacular visual effect that allows such a piece to stand out from other watches in the reference, while giving the collector the joy of owning a unique dial that “lives” and changes over time.<\/p>\n
It is worth mentioning that watches with a tropical dial are highly valued by collectors. Exemplars with a developed tropical effect often reach two or three times the price at auctions compared to watches of the same reference having a “regular” dial. <\/p>\n
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