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Electroplating
It means they dip the dials in chemical solutions whilst passing an electriv current through the dial.
The chemicals deposit a coating bonded by 'galvansation' to the dial base metal (brass, steel, gold or silver depending on your budget). The different chenical deposit different colours,
Galva was an Italian scientist who experimented with electricity....frogs came into "play" but lets not go there...
Regards,
MTF
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I Love that Chopard dial
What is that dial decoration? It's going to be tough to the photos but I will try. Regards MTF
Chopard refer to it as "galvanic"
...but I am not sure what that means in this context, MTF. Please do try to capture some live shots if possible so we can get a better look. Best, CaliforniaJed
Electroplating
It means they dip the dials in chemical solutions whilst passing an electriv current through the dial. The chemicals deposit a coating bonded by 'galvansation' to the dial base metal (brass, steel, gold or silver depending on your budget). The different c...
Nice idea, for an appealing outcome. The dimensions are top.
The case is refined, the movement is a pleasure to look at, and the dial is original, and good looking. White metal planned? Best, Nicolas