Vintage Nivada White Gold Tone Swiss Watch Dial
Watch Component · White Gold appearance (metallic plating)
Purity: Non-gold material (Likely Rhodium-plated Brass or Silver-plated)
Type
Watch Component
Purity
Non-gold material (Likely Rhodium-plated Brass or Silver-plated)
Gold Type
White Gold appearance (metallic plating)
Weight
1.0 - 2.0 grams
Description
A vintage Swiss-made Nivada watch dial featuring an 'Antichoc' protection indicator. The dial exhibits a classic mid-century aesthetic with applied hour markers and a crosshair sub-dial marking.
Key Features
Applied '12' numeral, shield-style crest logo, and crosshair horizontal/vertical alignment lines
Color & Finish
Silver-white satin sunburst finish with heavy oxidative patination and edge pitting
Hallmarks & Stamps
Nivada brand logo with shield; 'SWISS MADE' at bottom; 'ANTICHOC' printed horizontally
Dimensions Estimate
25mm to 30mm diameter (standard men's vintage size)
Gemstones & Inlays
Applied silver-tone sword-style indices and Arabic '12' numeral
Clasp & Closure
Not applicable (Internal component)
Chain & Links
Standard circular watch dial profile with centrally drilled pinion hole
Craftsmanship Details
Precision-stamped metal base with applied hour markers and high-quality pad-printed text
Authentication Indicators
Typography matches period Nivada fonts; 'SWISS MADE' positioning is consistent with genuine parts
Origin & Maker
Switzerland; Nivada Grenchen
Era & Period
Mid-Century Modern (Circa 1950s-1960s)
Age Estimate
Approximately 60-70 years old
Cultural Significance
Represents the height of Swiss horological dominance during the mechanical watch golden era
Condition Notes
Poor to Fair; significant surface spotting, oxidation, and perimeter corrosion; lacks hands and movement
Value Estimate
$20 - $50 (Value is purely for horological salvage/parts, not gold content)
Care & Maintenance
Keep dry; do not wipe surface as it can remove delicate print; store in acid-free paper
Similar Items
Vintage Omega, Longines, or Tissot dials of the same era
Interesting Facts
Nivada was famous for the 'Antartic' model used by the US Navy in Operation Deep Freeze in 1955.