Hey guys, you won’t believe what I stumbled upon today! It’s about why Rolex uses “IIII” instead of “IV” on their watch dials. I know, it sounds like a small thing, but trust me, it’s pretty interesting.
So, I started my day like any other, scrolling through some watch forums. Suddenly, I saw a post asking about the “IIII” on Rolex watches. I had always wondered about it myself, so I decided to dig deeper.
First, I googled it, of course. I found a bunch of articles and forum threads. It turns out, it’s not just Rolex that does this. Many watchmakers, especially those making high-end watches, use “IIII” instead of “IV.”
- One thing I learned was that using “IIII” actually goes way back. Apparently, it was common to see “IIII” on old buildings and documents, even in Roman times. “IV” was used, but “IIII” wasn’t some weird mistake.
- Then I discovered another interesting reason. It seems like “IIII” helps to balance out the “VIII” on the other side of the watch face. It makes the dial look more symmetrical, you know? I never thought about that before, but it makes sense.
I kept reading, and I found that using “IIII” is also kind of a tradition in the watchmaking world. It’s like a nod to the past. And honestly, it does look kind of cool and unique, doesn’t it?
I even compared some watch faces with “IIII” and “IV”. The ones with “IIII” did look more balanced to me, especially the fancier ones. It’s like a subtle detail that makes a big difference, at least to my eye.
So, after all this digging, I finally understood why Rolex and other fancy watch brands use “IIII.” It’s a mix of history, balance, and tradition. It might seem like a small detail, but it’s one of those things that makes luxury watches even more special, I guess.
I finished up feeling pretty satisfied. I always love learning new things like this.
Anyway, I just wanted to share this little adventure with you guys. What do you think about the “IIII” vs. “IV” thing? Let me know in the comments!
