Nelly Richard Neptune Enamel Dials Guide

Key Points from the Discussion

• Stern Frères produced numerous dials, with artists creating sketches that were then shopped to various brands. Some were true commission pieces, while popular motifs like mythical creatures were shared across brands.
• Artists were paid 50-150 CHF per dial, and Stern Frères would stamp their star logo and a customer code on the counter-enameled back of the dial to prevent warping, with artists sometimes etching their names.
• The authenticity of example No. 4, despite being sold by Antiquorum, is questionable, highlighting the need for critical evaluation even with reputable auction house provenance.
• The clean design of the second Omega "logo no text" dial and the Rolex pieces allows the artistry of the enamel work to stand out prominently.
• It is both surprising and interesting to find the same enamel dial commissioned and used by both Omega and Rolex, indicating a shared artistic source for these luxury brands.