In its infancy, it was believed that radium had healing properties and so was used in drinks, toothpaste and even hair creams! From around 1915, radium also was the go-to substance for situations when luminescence was desirable on objects such as clocks, watches and military instruments. She became a leading light in the research of cancer treatment and today, one of the most significant cancer charities in the UK, is named after her.Ī great number of them died as a result of being exposed to the radioactive paint, while some developed tumors on their faces and mouths over time
She was responsible for developing mobile x-ray units for in-field use in World War One, as her work on radiation was key in the development of accurate x-ray technology. They were awarded the Nobel Prize in 1903 and following the tragic death of Pierre in 1906, Marie went on to win it for a second time in 1911. The element was discovered by husband and wife team Pierre and Marie Curie in 1898. The story of the discovery of radium is a fascinating one. It hasn’t, however, always been the safest… The tried and tested method of painting or filling the hands and hour plots with luminous material has always been the favorite. Over the past century there have been many different innovative ways to shine a light on the time, from backlit LCD screens to mini light bulbs built into the case. In some cases, it’s a matter of life or death, such was the case in the 1950s with the advent of recreational diving when your dive watch was the most important piece of safety equipment on your list. Whether you’re a diver, deep under the surface of the water or deep asleep surfacing from the arms of Morpheus, there are times when there is a need to check the time in low-light conditions. We explore the journey of luminescence in watchmaking over the past few decades Over the past century there have been many innovative ways used to ‘shine a light’ on watch dials - right from backlit LCD screens to mini light bulbs built into the case.
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