The dial truly is the make or break factor when it comes to a timepiece. Think about human beings in general – we're largely simple creatures and we're drawn to pretty things. I mean, just look at the state of the dating world: apps that make you judge a person quite literally on their face value. It's the exact same in the world of horology. Nobody is swiping right on a watch with a dull ol' dial. So, we're singling out the most popular dial types, and listing our favourites, with a few classics thrown in for good measure.*First up is a dial design that is a perennial favourite among watchmakers great and small. We are, of course, talking about the sunburst dial. Small note: sunray, sunburst, a well-executed dial by either name looks as sweet – they're two words for the same thing. Rolex Day-Date 40 Ref.228235 * Made to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the iconic Day-Date, Rolex's Day-Date 40 in solid 18k Everose gold is drop-dead gorgeous. The radially brushed, olive green metallic sunburst dial is stunning and, in combination with its pinkish precious metal, this is the nicest Day-Date 40 that money can buy right now.…

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