What does “Salmon” mean?

A salmon dial has a pink to copper-orange tone, sometimes described as peach. The exact shade varies between brands and references, from soft pink to a deeper copper, and it can look different depending on the lighting.

Salmon dials have a long history in watchmaking, especially on dress watches and complicated pieces from high-end brands, and they have been popular with collectors. Because the colour is distinctive and often produced in smaller numbers than more common dial colours, it can be an attractive feature. For dealers, the main points are confirming that the dial is original to the reference, checking for fading or uneven colour, and showing the colour accurately in photos. A daylight photo usually gives a truer impression than one taken under shop lighting.

Typical usage: “Salmon dial with blued hands, even colour, no fading.” A buyer might ask for a photo next to a white surface to judge the true colour more accurately.