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Magic GoldMaterials
Omega's proprietary gold alloy designed to resist scratches and maintain its luster indefinitely.
Marker lumeMaterials
Luminous coating on hour markers and indices for improved nighttime readability
Meteorite DialMaterials
Natural meteorite material sliced and polished to create unique watch dial patterns
Modern lume standardsMaterials
Contemporary luminous material specifications balancing safety, brightness, and longevity
Mother of PearlMaterials
Iridescent nacre from mollusk shells used decoratively on watch dials