WO2005065404A2

WO2005065404A2 - Rotating bezel watch

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Publication number: WO2005065404A2
Application number: PCT/US2004/044034
Authority: WO
Inventors: James Marin
Original assignee: James Marin
Priority date: 2003-12-31
Filing date: 2004-12-30
Publication date: 2005-07-21
Also published as: WO2005065404A3

Abstract

A rotating bezel watch including a watch face having an hour hand, minute hand and second hand connected at substantially a center of thereof and a rotatable bezel connected to the watch face. The watch further includes means for rotating the rotatable bezel, wherein the rotating means rotates the rotatable bezel about the watch face to increase the visual attractiveness of the watch face.

Description

ROTATING BEZEL WATCH

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

Field of the Invention The present invention relates generally to wristwatch devices, and more specifically, to a bezel that rotates in conjunction with the moving hands of a wristwatch. The bezel is preferably connected by a plurality of arms to the second hand gear of the wristwatch for providing means for the bezel to rotate. In an alternate configuration of the present invention, the bezel is connected to an independent gear for providing independent means for the bezel to rotate. In yet another preferred element of the present invention, the wristwatch includes a button to enable and disable the bezel rotational movement. The rotating bezel provides new styling in fashion and design whereas gems, insignia, or other items affixed to the bezel are used to attract attention. When light hits the surface of the bezel and affixed items such as gems, the rotational motion provides means to enhance the shine and gleam.

Description of the Related Art There are other timepieces having rotary members. Typical of these is U.S. Patent Nos. 3,271,945, 3,431,722, 3,757,513, 4,067,186, 4,253,177, 4,975,893, 5,122,997, 5,237,546, 5,321,670, 5,541,895, U.S. Publication Nos. 2001/0040840 Al and 2003/0123332, and U.K. Patent No. 1,537,636. While these wristwatch rotatable bezels may be suitable for the purposes for which they were designed, they would not be suitable for the purpose of the present invention, as hereinafter described. For instance, U.S. Patent Number 3,271,945 describes a watch casing that may be used for a prolonged period without significant wear or change in tension. More particularly, a sturdy watch casing is described in which the rotatable bezel is effectively locked to the casing. Further described is a sub-assembly, which includes a holding ring for the watch crystal, a rotatable bezel, as well as spring and friction elements, whereby the sub-assembly facilitates final factory assembly of the watch and ready replacement in the field. A stated advantage further advantage of the invention is that the rotation friction on the rotatable bezel can be regulated to a fine degree. U.S. Patent Number 3,431,722 describes a timepiece case having outside its crystal two concentric graduated bezels rotatably mounted on the case by means of a spring housed in two annular grooves, one made in the bezel the other made in the case in such a way that the two bezels can turn independently one of the other for the purpose of making slide rule calculations and wherein one of the annular grooves of the case cooperating with the outer bezel is disposed at least partially under the inner bezel. U.S. Patent Number 3,757,513 describes a wrist watch having a cursor ring rotatably mounted thereon, the cursor being formed with a first laterally projecting portion having a cursor line thereon for setting scales on the watch, and a second projecting portion for manual engagement for the selective rotation and positioning of the cursor ring. A bezel having graduations on its surface may be rotatably mounted relative to a fixed graduated circle on the watch with the first projecting portion of the cursor ring in overlapping relation therewith. U.S. Patent Number 4,067,186 and U.K. Patent Number 1,537,636 describes a supplementary watch crystal in a timepiece that is mounted over the regular watch crystal so as to be manually rotatable with respect to the regular watch crystal. The supplementary watch crystal may then be provided with special marking indicia or constructed of special material to achieve special visual effects when used in conjunction with other devices in a timepiece such as a rotatable bezel ring or rotatable "seconds" disc with markings thereon. Modified forms of the invention include a bezel extension formed on the supplementary crystal, or a second supplementary crystal mounted on the first supplementary crystal. The supplementary crystal is preferably mounted by an inner circumferential lip on the supplementary crystal disposed in an outer circumferential groove on the regular watch crystal. U.S. Patent Number 4,253,177 describes an actuating element for the manual adjustment of a clock comprises a rotating collar face which is arranged around the time indicating device of the clock. In a mechanical or electromechanical clock, the rotating movement of the rotating collar face is transmitted through gearing to the dial train of the clock. In an electronic clock pulse-producing elements are arranged on the collar and pulse-receiving elements are fixed in the clock to produce individual pulses or pulse trains which can be counted in according to the backward counting input of the time storage which is in operative connection with the indicating element of the clock. U.S. Patent Number 4,975,893 describes a rotating metal rim equipped with a toothed ring made of synthetic material catch-fastened to the rotating rim and catch- mounted on the frame or by means of a band. The toothing of the ring cooperates with at least one pawl mounted in a recess of the frame and held in place on the one hand by a foot and on the other hand by the rotating rim itself. The mounting of the unit and the after-sales service are facilitated. U.S. Patent Number 5,122,997 describes a watch bezel mounted on the middle part of the case by means of a wave-shaped inclined spring wire. Between the middle part of the case and the bezel is located a flat spring having inclined tongues forming pawls engaging into the toothing of a toothed ring. This ring is freely located between the middle part of the case and the bezel, and its angular position relatively to the bezel is determined by pins engaging into holes of the bezel. The indexing system of the bezel composed of the toothed ring and of the flat spring with its pawls is thus freely disposed between the bezel and the middle part of the case, and all constituents are maintained in place only by spring force of springs. The elements of the system and its assemblage are particularly simple and inexpensive. U.S. Patent Number 5,237,546 describes a watch case including an assembly capable of being rotatively driven relative to a caseband, the assembly including a bezel exhibiting an interior shoulder, a crystal and an annular element forming a flange. A packing is interposed between the bezel and the caseband. A casing ring is arranged within the caseband so as to receive a movement. The ring exhibits an annular rib resting on the bezel shoulder so as to retain the assembly on the caseband. U.S. Patent Number 5,321,670 describes a timepiece including a case, a crystal fixedly mounted on the case and a rotatable bezel guided in rotation relative to the crystal and the case, the bezel furthermore being associated with a ratchet mechanism and is characterized in that the bezel includes sealing means against solid impurities, such means being intended to isolate at least the ratchet mechanism from the exterior and to prevent solid impurities from becoming embedded at least between the bezel and the crystal and, in that it additionally includes means enabling the driving of such impurities towards the exterior of the timepiece. U.S. Patent Number 5,541,895 describes a rotating bezel hooked on a fixed ring intended to be fixed to the frame of the casing. This bezel comprises a toothed rack in which is engaged the free end of a positioning spring-wire whose other end is elbowed and engaged in a hole of the fixed ring. This spring- wire comprises three segments, two end segments practically straight and tangential to a circle concentric with the bezel and an intermediate curved segment with its center of curvature inside the bezel but of radius substantially smaller than that of the bezel. The shape of the spring permits the forces necessary to rotate the bezel in the two directions to be made practically equal. U.S. Patent Application Number 2001/0040840 Al describes a rotary vessel structure having a function movable generally vertical relative to a plane of a wrist watch case and divided with a plurality of stop points in a movable range in a vertical direction, i.e. a stop point for securing stop stability of rotation and a stop point for rotating the rotary vessel. Due to this, in the case that the rotary vessel is in a rotatable state, rotation torque can be minimized. U.S. Patent Application Number 2003/0123332 Al describes a rotating type bezel apparatus in which there is not actually a concern that the apparatus is rotated unpreparedly after having been positioned and a portable timepiece having the rotating bezel apparatus. A rotating type bezel apparatus of a portable timepiece includes a case body, a bezel mounted to the case body rotatably around a central axis line of the case body and having recesses and projections at regular angular intervals along a peripheral direction, a click spring mounted to the case body elastically engageably to the recesses and projections of the bezel at a front end portion to give a click feeling in rotating the bezel, and a stopper mounted to the case body movably in Bl and B2 directions between an engagement release prohibiting position E2 prohibiting to release the engagement between the front end portion of the click spring and the recesses and projections of the bezel and an engagement release permitting position El for permitting to release the engagement. U.K. Patent Number GB 2 115 954 A describes a plastic strap and bezel molded from plastic material to provide a bezel section and integrated flexible strap sections. The bezel is adapted to retain a bell-shaped crystal of transparent plastic with a central viewing portion. The crystal has a depending wall portion arranged to receive a caseback of metal or plastic with a water-resistant seal. The crystal wall portion includes an integral pendant for the stem or push button, and has ears or lugs, which are molded into the bezel or, which snap into bezel recesses.

BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION The present invention relates generally to wristwatch devices, and more specifically, to a bezel that rotates in conjunction with the moving hands of a wristwatch. The bezel is preferably connected by a plurality of arms to the second hand gear of the wristwatch for providing means for the bezel to rotate. In an alternate configuration of the present invention, the bezel is connected to an independent gear for providing independent means for the bezel to rotate. In yet another preferred element of the present invention, the wristwatch includes a button to enable and disable the bezel rotational movement. The rotating bezel provides new styling in fashion and design whereas gems, insignia, or other items affixed to the bezel are used to attract attention. When light hits the surface of the bezel and affixed items such as gems, the rotational motion provides means to enhance the shine and gleam. A primary object of the present invention is to provide a wristwatch that overcomes the shortcomings of the prior art. Another object of the present invention is to provide a wristwatch having one or more automated rotating bezels. Yet another object of the present invention is to provide a wristwatch wherein each of the one or more automated rotating bezels is connected by a plurality of radial arms to the second hand gear of the timepiece. Still yet another object of the present invention is to provide a wristwatch having one or more automated rotating bezels that are connected by a plurality of radial arms to an independent gear in the timepiece. A further object of the present invention is to provide a wristwatch wherein the independent gear includes a gear ratio that drives the bezel at a velocity less than the second hand. Yet a further object of the present invention is to provide a wristwatch wherein the independent gear includes a gear ratio that drives the bezel at a velocity equivalent to the second hand. Still yet a further obj ect of the present invention is to provide a wristwatch wherein the independent gear includes a gear ratio that drives the bezel at a velocity greater than the second hand. Yet another additional object of the present invention is to provide a wristwatch wherein the independent gear drives the bezel in the same direction as the second hand. Still yet another additional object of the present invention is to provide a wristwatch wherein the independent gear drives the bezel in the opposite direction as the second hand.

An additional object of the present invention is to provide a wristwatch having an activation pin or like button or trigger mechanism that may be manipulated to enable or disable the automated rotating bezel. In one embodiment, a motion sensor or like activation device is provided to sense movement of the watch (for example, from a rest position) and initiate movement (rotation) of the one or more bezels/components. Still yet another object of the present invention is to provide a wristwatch having one or more automated rotating bezels/components that are driven by a motor powered by a customized rechargeable battery, or like power source. Further to this object of the invention, there is provided a separate recharging unit/docking station that may be used to receive the wristwatch to recharge the battery. Still yet a further object of the present invention is to provide a wristwatch having one or more automated rotating bezels/components that are driven by kinetic motion, i.e., using the motion of the wearer's wrist/body, to produce energy that may be stored in a spring and transmitted to a stepper motor or any other source used to power the motor(s) driving the one or more automated rotating bezels/components. A further object of the present invention is to provide a wristwatch wherein the automated rotating bezel includes an interchangeable faceplate. Yet a further object of the present invention is to provide a wristwatch wherein the automated rotating bezel includes light-emitting diodes (LEDs) thereon. Still yet a further obj ect of the present invention is to provide a wristwatch wherein the automated rotating bezel includes cartoon characters thereon. An additional object of the present invention is to provide a wristwatch having a manually rotating and interchangeable faceplate. Yet another object of the present invention is to provide a wristwatch having glow in the dark bezel and faceplate members. Thus, in one embodiment, the one or more bezel and faceplate members may be adorned with self-luminescent materials such as Tritium, that is able to store a charge in response to a light stimulus and when in a dark environment, may glow for extended periods of time, or a non-radioactive luminous compound like Luminova®. A further object of the present invention is to provide a wristwatch that is simple and easy to use. Yet a further object of the present invention is to provide a wristwatch that is inexpensive to manufacture and maintain. Additional objects of the present invention will appear as the description proceeds. The present invention overcomes the shortcomings of the prior art by providing a bezel that rotates in conjunction with the moving hands of a wristwatch. The bezel is preferably connected by a plurality of arms to the second hand gear of the wristwatch for providing means for the bezel to rotate. The bezel may also be connected to an independent gear for providing independent means for the bezel to rotate. The wristwatch preferably includes a button to enable and disable the rotation of the bezel. Preferably, the rotating bezel is decorated with gems, insignia, or other items affixed to the bezel for attracting attention. When light hits the surface of the bezel and affixed items such as gems, the rotational motion provides means to enhance the shine and gleam. The foregoing and other objects and advantages will appear from the description to follow. In the description reference is made to the accompanying drawings, which forms a part hereof, and in which is shown by way of illustration specific embodiments in which the invention may be practiced. These embodiments will be described in sufficient detail to enable those skilled in the art to practice the invention, and it is to be understood that other embodiments may be utilized and that structural changes may be made without departing from the scope of the invention. In the accompanying drawings, like reference characters designate the same or similar parts throughout the several views. The following detailed description is, therefore, not to be taken in a limiting sense, and the scope of the present invention is best defined by the appended claims.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS In order that the invention may be more fully understood, it will now be described, by way of example, with reference to the accompanying drawings in which: Figure 1 is an illustrative view of the rotating bezel watch of the present invention in use; Figure 2 is an illustrative view of the rotating bezel watch of the present invention in use; Figure 3 is a front view of the rotating bezel watch of the present invention; Figure 4 is a rear view of the rotating bezel watch of the present invention; Figure 5 is a perspective view of the rotating bezel watch of the present invention; Figure 6 is a sectional view of the rotating bezel watch of the present invention; Figure 7 is a perspective view of an alternate embodiment of the rotating bezel watch of the present invention; Figure 8 is an alternate embodiment of the rotating bezel watch of the present invention; Figure 9 is an alternate embodiment of the rotating bezel watch of the present invention; Figure 10 is an alternate embodiment of the rotating bezel watch of the present invention; Figure 11 is a sectional view of the rotating bezel watch of the present invention with an additional element; Figure 12 is a block diagram of the means of rotation of the rotating bezel watch; Figure 13 is a block diagram of the velocity of bezel rotation of the rotating bezel watch; Figure 14 is a rear view of the rotating bezel watch of the present invention with an alternate bezel drive mechanism; Figure 15 is a sectional view of the rotating bezel watch of the present invention with an alternate bezel drive mechanism; Figure 16 is a perspective view of the rotating bezel watch of the present invention with an alternate bezel drive mechanism and an additional element; Figure 17 is an additional element of the rotating bezel watch of the present invention; Figure 18 is a sectional view of an additional element of the rotating bezel watch of the present invention; Figures 19-28 depict various embodiments of an automated rotating bezel feature of the wristwatch of the invention; and, Figure 29 depicts a charging system including a docking station adapted to receive a wristwatch having an automated rotating bezel feature of the invention.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION Turning now descriptively to the drawings, in which similar reference characters denote similar elements throughout the several views, the Figures illustrate the rotating bezel watch of the present invention. The following discussion describes in detail one embodiment of the invention and several variations of that embodiment. This discussion should not be construed, however, as limiting the invention to those particular embodiments. Practitioners skilled in the art will recognize numerous other embodiments as well. For definition of the complete scope of the invention, the reader is directed to appended claims. Turning now descriptively to the drawings, in which similar reference characters denote similar elements throughout the several views, Figures 1 through 18 illustrate an rotating bezel watch of the present invention indicated generally by the numeral 10. Figure 1 is an illustrative view of the rotating bezel watch 10 of the present invention in use. The present invention provides a watch including a rotatable bezel decorated with, for example, decorative gems. More specifically, the present invention is a wristwatch timepiece including a watch face connected to a watch band, wherein a movable bezel is connected to the second hand gear of the timepiece. Therefore, the movable bezel moves in conjunction with the second hand of the timepiece. The invention provides a novel, fun addition to the wristwatch and contributes to appearance. Figure 2 is an illustrative view of the rotating bezel watch of the present invention in use. The present invention provides a watch including a rotatable bezel decorated with, for example, decorative gems. More specifically, the present invention is a wristwatch timepiece including a watch face connected to a watch band, wherein a bezel is interlinked to the gears of the timepiece and moves in conjunction with the second hand of the timepiece. The invention provides a novel, fun addition to the wristwatch and contributes to appearance. Figure 3 is a front view of the rotating bezel watch 10 of the present invention. The rotating bezel watch 10 includes a watch face 12 connected to a watch band fastener 16 for positioning on a wrist of a user. An hour hand 20, second hand 22, and minute hand 32 are connected at one end of each to substantially the center of the watch face 12. Each of the hour hand 20, second hand 22 and minute hand 32 rotate in a clockwise direction around the watch face 12, as is typical in the art. A transparent cover 18 covers and protects the watch face 12. In a preferred embodiment, the transparent cover 18 is formed from crystal. The present invention includes means for rotating the rotatable bezel 14 wherein the rotatable bezel 14 rotates in a circular motion about the watch face 12. Preferably, the rotatable bezel 14 is connected to a second hand gear 28, as show in Figure 4. Therefore, the rotatable bezel 14 rotates about the watch face 12 in conjunction with the rotation of the second hand 22. Preferably, the rotatable bezel 14 is decorated with decorative gems 24 for enhancing the shine and gleam of the watch face 12. Figure 4 is a front sectional view of the rotating bezel watch 10 of the present invention. The rotating bezel watch 10 includes the watch face 12 connected to the watch band fastener 16 for positioning on the wrist of a user, as shown in Figures 1-3. The present invention includes means for rotating the rotatable bezel 14 wherein the rotatable bezel 14 rotates in a circular motion about the watch face 12, as shown in Figure 3. In a preferred embodiment, the rotatable bezel 14 is connected to support arms 26. The support arms 26 are connected to the second hand gear 28. A power source 30 provides power for moving the second hand gear 28 in a clockwise motion in accordance with the movement of the second hand as in a conventional timepiece. Therefore, the rotatable bezel 14 rotates around the watch face 12 in conjunction with the rotation of the second hand gear 28 and second hand 22, as shown in Figure 3. Preferably, the rotatable bezel 14 is decorated with decorative gems 24 for enhancing the shine and gleam of the watch face 12. It should be understood that, according to the invention, all of the movements will either be powered using an off the shelf battery, custom battery, off the shelf rechargeable battery, custom rechargeable battery, or by the power of kinetics, body movement, as will be described in greater detail herein. Figure 5 is a perspective view of the rotating bezel watch 10 of the present invention. The rotating bezel watch 10 includes the watch face 12 connected to the watch band fastener 16 for positioning on the wrist of a user. The hour hand 20, second hand 22, and minute hand 32 are connected at one end of each to substantially the center of the watch face 12. Each of the hour hand 20, second hand 22 and minute hand 32 rotate in a clockwise direction around the watch face 12, as is typical in the art. The transparent cover 18 covers and protects the watch face 12. In a preferred embodiment, the transparent cover 18 is formed from crystal. The present invention includes means for rotating the rotatable bezel 14 wherein the rotatable bezel 14 rotates in a circular motion about the watch face 12. Preferably, the rotatable bezel 14 is connected to a second hand gear 28, as shown in Figure 4. Therefore, the rotatable bezel 14 rotates about the watch face 12 in conjunction with the rotation of the second hand 22.

Preferably, the rotatable bezel 14 is decorated with decorative gems 24 for enhancing the shine and gleam of the watch face 12. Figure 6 is a cross sectional view of the rotating bezel watch 10 of the present invention. The rotating bezel watch 10 includes the watch face 12 connected to the watch band fastener 16 for positioning on the wrist of a user. The hour hand 20, second hand 22, and minute hand 32 are connected at one end of each to substantially the center of the watch face 12. Each of the hour hand 20, second hand 22 and minute hand 32 rotate in a clockwise direction around the watch face 12, as is typical in the art. The transparent cover 18 covers and protects the watch face 12. In a preferred embodiment, the transparent cover 18 is formed from crystal. The present invention includes means for rotating the rotatable bezel 14 wherein the rotatable bezel 14 rotates in a circular motion about the watch face 12. Preferably, the rotatable bezel 14 is connected to a second hand gear 28, as shown in Figure 4. Therefore, the rotatable bezel 14 rotates about the watch face 12 in conjunction with the rotation of the second hand 22. Preferably, the rotatable bezel 14 is decorated with decorative gems 24 for enhancing the shine and gleam of the watch face 12. Figure 7 is a perspective view of an alternate embodiment of the rotating bezel watch 10 of the present invention. The rotating bezel watch 10 includes the watch face 12 connected to the watch band fastener 16 for positioning on the wrist of a user. The hour hand 20, second hand 22, and minute hand 32 are connected at one end to substantially the center of the watch face 12 and rotate in a clockwise direction about the watch face 12. The transparent cover 18 covers and protects the watch face 12. In a preferred embodiment, the transparent cover 18 is formed from crystal. The present invention includes means for rotating the rotatable bezel 14 wherein the rotatable bezel 14 rotates in a circular motion about the outside of the watch face 12. The rotatable bezel 14 is connected to the second hand gear 28, as shown in Figure 4. Support arms 26 are preferably connected to the second hand gear 28, as shown in Figure 4. Snap fasteners 36 are positioned on the distal ends of the support arms 26. The rotatable bezel 14 is removably connected to the support arms via the snap fasteners 36. The rotatable bezel 14 rotates in the bezel channel 34. Therefore, the rotatable bezel 14 rotates around the watch face 12 in conjunction with the rotation of the second hand 22. The snap fasteners 36 allow the user to interchange the rotatable bezel 14 with additional rotatable bezels 50. Preferably, the rotatable bezel 14 is decorated with decorative gems 24 for enhancing the shine and gleam of the watch face 12. Figure 8 is an alternate embodiment of the rotating bezel watch 10 of the present invention. The rotating bezel watch 10 includes the watch face 12 connected to the watch band fastener 16 for wearing on the wrist, as shown in Figures 1-3. The present invention includes means for rotating the rotatable bezel 14 wherein the rotatable bezel 14 rotates in a circular motion around the outside of the watch face 12, as shown in Figure 3. As shown in Figure 8, the rotatable bezel 14 is connected to support arms 26. The support arms 26 are connected an additional drive gear 38, which is connected to the second hand gear 28. The power source 30 provides power for moving the second hand gear 28 in a clockwise motion in accordance with the movement of the second hand as a conventional timepiece. Therefore, the rotatable bezel 14 rotates around the watch face 12 in conjunction with the rotation of both the second hand gear 28 and the additional drive gear 38. Preferably, the additional drive gear 38 is connected to the second hand gear 28 at a gear ratio that causes the rotatable bezel 14 to rotate at a rate slower than the second hand. In an alternate embodiment, the additional drive gear 38 is connected to the second hand gear 28 at a gear ratio that causes the rotatable bezel 14 to rotate at a rate faster than the second hand. Preferably, the rotatable bezel 14 is decorated with decorative gems 24 for enhancing the shine and gleam of the watch face 12. Figure 9 is an alternate embodiment of the rotating bezel watch 10 of the present invention. The rotating bezel watch 10 includes the watch face 12 connected to the watch band fastener 16 for positioning on the wrist of a user. The hour hand 20, second hand 22, and minute hand 32 are connected at one end of each to substantially the center of the watch face 12. Each of the hour hand 20, second hand 22 and minute hand 32 rotate in a clockwise direction around the watch face 12, as is typical in the art. The transparent cover 18 covers and protects the watch face 12. In a preferred embodiment, the transparent cover 18 is formed from crystal. The present invention includes means for rotating the rotatable bezel 14 wherein the rotatable bezel 14 rotates in a circular motion about the watch face 12. Preferably, the rotatable bezel 14 is connected to a second hand gear 28, as shown in Figure 4. Therefore, the rotatable bezel 14 rotates about the watch face 12 in conjunction with the rotation of the second hand 22. Preferably, the rotatable bezel 14 is decorated with decorative gems 24 for enhancing the shine and gleam of the watch face 12. Figure 10 is an alternate embodiment of the rotating bezel watch 10 of the present invention. The rotating bezel watch 10 includes the watch face 12 connected to the watch band fastener 16 for positioning on the wrist of a user, as shown in Figures 1 -3. The present invention includes means for rotating a rotatable bezel 14 wherein the rotatable bezel 14 rotates in a circular motion around the outside of the watch face 12, as shown in Figure 3. In the alternate embodiment shown in Figure 8, the rotatable bezel 14 is connected to support arms 26. The support arms 26 are connected an additional drive gear 38, which is connected to the second hand gear 28. A power source 30 provides power for moving the second hand gear 28 in a clockwise motion in accordance with the movement of the second hand as is typical in timepieces.

Therefore, the rotatable bezel 14 rotates around the watch face 12 in conjunction with the rotation of the additional drive gear 38. Preferably, the additional drive gear 38 is connected to the second hand gear 28 at a gear ratio that causes the rotatable bezel 14 to rotate at a rate slower than the second hand. In an alternate embodiment, the additional drive gear 38 is connected to the second hand gear 28 at a gear ratio that causes the rotatable bezel 14 to rotate at a rate faster than the second hand. Preferably, the rotatable bezel 14 is decorated with decorative gems 24 for enhancing the shine and gleam of the watch face 12. Figure 11 is a sectional view of the rotating bezel watch 10 of the present invention with an additional element. The rotating bezel watch 10 includes a watch face 12 connected to a watch band fastener 16 for wearing on the wrist, as shown in Figures 1-3. An hour hand 20 and a second hand 22 are connected at one end to the center of a watch face 12 and rotate in a clockwise direction around the watch face 12, as is typical in the art. A transparent cover 18 covers and protects the watch face 12. In a preferred embodiment, the transparent cover 18 includes crystal. A present invention includes means for rotating the rotatable bezel 14 wherein the rotatable bezel 14 rotates in a circular motion around the outside of the watch face 12. In a preferred embodiment, the rotatable bezel 14 is connected to the second hand gear 28. A power source 30 provides power for moving the second hand gear 28 in a clockwise motion in accordance with the movement of the second hand as is typical in timepieces. Therefore, the rotatable bezel 14 rotates around the watch face 12 in conjunction with the rotation of the second hand 22. A bezel disconnect button 40 is connected to the watch face 12. The bezel disconnect button 40 is positioned so that upon pressing the bezel disconnect button 40, the rotatable bezel 14 is released from the second hand gear 28, and therefore, ceases to rotate. Figure 12 is a block diagram of the means of bezel rotation of the rotating bezel watch of the present invention. The bezel may be attached in one of two ways. The bezel may be attached directly to the second hand gear or the bezel may be attached to an independent gear connected to the second hand gear of the timepiece. If the bezel is attached to an independent gear, the independent gear may include a gear ratio larger than the gear ratio of the second hand gear. The independent gear may also include a gear ratio greater than the gear ratio of the second hand gear. The independent gear may also include a gear ratio equal to the gear ratio of the second hand gear. The independent gear may also include a gear ratio smaller than the gear ratio of the second hand gear. Figure 13 is a block diagram of the velocity of bezel rotation of the rotating bezel watch 10 of the present invention. The bezel maybe attached in one of two ways. The bezel may be attached directly to the second hand gear or the bezel may be attached to an independent gear connected to the second hand gear of the timepiece. If the bezel is attached directly to the second hand gear, then the bezel rotation speed is equal to the rotation speed of the second hand. If the bezel is attached to an independent gear, the independent gear may include a gear ratio larger than the gear ratio of the second hand gear. The independent gear may also include a gear ratio greater than the gear ratio of the second hand gear. If the gear ratio is greater than the gear ratio of the second hand gear, then the bezel rotation speed is slower than the rotation speed of the second hand. The independent gear may also include a gear ratio equal to the gear ratio of the second hand gear. If the gear ratio is equal to the gear ratio of the second hand gear, then the bezel rotation speed is equal to the rotation speed of the second hand. The independent gear may also include a gear ratio smaller than the gear ratio of the second hand gear. If the gear ratio is smaller than the gear ratio of the second hand gear, then the bezel rotation speed is faster than the rotation speed of the second hand. Figure 14 is a rear view of the present invention with an alternate bezel drive mechanism. The rotating bezel watch 10 includes the watch face 12 connected to the watch band fastener 16 for wearing on the wrist, as shown in Figures 1-3. The present invention includes means for rotating a rotatable bezel 14 wherein the rotatable bezel 14 rotates in a circular motion around the outside of the watch face 12, as shown in Figure 3. In the alternate embodiment shown in Figure 14, the rotatable bezel 14 is connected to a geared bezel cylinder 46. A second hand gear 28 meshes with a transitional gear 44. The transitional gear 44 meshes with a bezel drive gear 42. The bezel drive gear 42 meshes with the interior teeth of the geared bezel cylinder 46. A power source 30 provides power for moving the second hand gear 28 in a clockwise motion in accordance with the movement of the second hand as is typical in timepieces. Therefore, the rotatable bezel 14 rotates around the watch face 12 in conjunction with the rotation of the bezel drive gear 42, the transitional gear 44, and the second hand gear 28. Preferably, a transparent cover support 48 is connected to the watch face to removeably support the transparent cover 18, as shown in Figure 3. Figure 15 is a cross sectional view of the rotating bezel watch 10 of the present invention with an alternate bezel drive mechanism. The rotating bezel watch 10 includes a watch face 12 connected to a watch band fastener 16 for wearing on the wrist, as shown in Figures 1-3. A present invention includes means for rotating a rotatable bezel 14 wherein the rotatable bezel 14 rotates in a circular motion around the outside of the watch face 12, as shown in Figure 3. In the alternate embodiment shown in Figure 15, the rotatable bezel 14 is connected to a geared bezel cylinder 46. The geared bezel cylinder 46 is positioned within a cylinder channel 52. A second hand gear 28 meshes with a transitional gear 44. The transitional gear 44 meshes with a bezel drive gear 42. The bezel drive gear 42 meshes with the interior teeth of the geared bezel cylinder 46. A power source 30 provides power for moving the second hand gear 28 in a clockwise motion in accordance with the movement of the second hand as is typical in timepieces. Therefore, the rotatable bezel 14 rotates around the watch face 12 in conjunction with the rotation of the bezel drive gear 42, the transitional gear 44, and the second hand gear 28. Preferably, a transparent cover support 48 is connected to the watch face to removeably support the transparent cover 18, as shown in Figure 3. Figure 16 is a perspective view of the rotating bezel watch 10 of the present invention with an alternate bezel drive mechanism and an additional element. The rotating bezel watch 10 includes a watch face 12 connected to a watch band fastener 16 for wearing on the wrist, as shown in Figures 1-3. A present invention includes means for rotating a rotatable bezel 14 wherein the rotatable bezel 14 rotates in a circular motion around the outside of the watch face 12, as shown in Figure 3. In the alternate embodiment shown in Figure 16, the rotatable bezel 14 is connected to a geared bezel cylinder 46. The geared bezel cylinder 46 is positioned within a cylinder channel 52. A bezel drive gear 42 meshes with the gear teeth 56 of the geared bezel cylinder 46, thereby driving the rotation of the bezel, as shown in Figures 14 and 15. Preferably, the rotatable bezel 14 can be interchanged with additional rotational bezels 54. Preferably, the rotatable bezel 14 is decorated with decorative gems 24 for enhancing the shine and gleam of the watch face 12. Figure 17 is an additional element of the rotating bezel watch 10 of the present invention. The rotating bezel watch 10 includes a watch face 12 connected to a watch band fastener 16 for wearing on the wrist, as shown in Figures 1-3. The present invention includes means for rotating a rotatable bezel 14 wherein the rotatable bezel 14 rotates in a circular motion around the outside of the watch face 12. The rotatable bezel 14 rotates around the watch face 12 in conjunction with the rotation of the gears of the timepiece. In the alternate embodiment shown in Figure 17, a fixed number plate 62 is connected to the watch face 12, Additionally, a rotating bezel face plate 60 is connected to the gears of the timepiece. The rotating bezel face plate 60 may move in conjunction with or independently from the rotatable bezel 14. Preferably, the rotatable bezel 14 is decorated with decorative gems 24 for enhancing the shine and gleam of the watch face 12. Additionally, the rotatable bezel is decorated with light emitting diodes 58 and/or a self-luminescent material (Tritium, Luminova). Figure 18 is a sectional view of an additional element of the rotating bezel watch 10 of the present invention. The rotating bezel watch 10 includes a watch face 12 connected to a watch band fastener 16 for wearing on the wrist, as shown in Figures 1 - 3. A present invention includes means for rotating a rotatable bezel 14 wherein the rotatable bezel 14 rotates in a circular motion around the outside of the watch face 12, as shown in Figure 3. In the alternate embodiment shown in Figure 15, the rotatable bezel 14 is connected to a geared bezel cylinder 46. The geared bezel cylinder 46 is positioned within a cylinder channel 52, as shown in Figure 16. A second hand gear 28 meshes with a transitional gear 44. The transitional gear 44 meshes with a bezel drive gear 42. The bezel drive gear 42 meshes with the interior teeth of the geared bezel cylinder 46. A power source 30 provides power for moving the second hand gear 28 in a clockwise motion in accordance with the movement of the second hand as is typical in timepieces. Therefore, the rotatable bezel 14 rotates around the watch face 12 in conjunction with the rotation of the bezel drive gear 42, the transitional gear 44, and the second hand gear 28. Preferably, a transparent cover support 48 is connected to the watch face to removeably support the transparent cover 18, as shown in Figure 3. In the alternate embodiment shown in Figure 18, a fixed number plate 62 is connected to the watch face 12. Additionally, a rotating bezel face plate 60 is connected to the gears of the timepiece. Therefore, the rotating bezel face plate 60 may move in conjunction with or independently from the rotatable bezel 14. Figures 19-28 depict various embodiments of an automated rotating bezel feature of the wristwatch of the invention. As shown in Figure 19, there is depicted a top view of a timepiece 100 having the automated rotating bezel components according to a further embodiment of the invention. Generally, in the timepiece design 100 depicted, the automated rotating bezel watch comprises a faceplate or dial 119, which may comprise mother of pearl or like material. At the outer perimeter of the watch, a stationary outer bezel component 117 is provided having settings 118 for Baguette cut diamonds or other gems/stones, for example. An inner numeric or marker ring 115 is provided that displays hour markers, or any other design or indicia. It is a stationary marker ring and structures at a slight angle downward from the outer bezel. The timepiece 110 may be housed in a 47 mm wide casing 105, for instance, however, any casing style or size is contemplated. Central to the timepiece design 100 depicted in Figure 19 are automated rotating discs comprising one or more translucent inner disc structures, e.g., discs 110, 112 that portray inner bezel components. These discs may comprise a material such as sapphire, however, may be acrylic or mineral crystal material, and furthermore, may be further adorned at their perimeter with gems, e.g., Baguette diamonds, or self-luminescent material such as Tritium. These discs 110, 112 further are driven by the second hand motor/gearing structures or an independent drive structure such as described herein, and are extremely translucent giving the appearance that the bezel/design is floating above the faceplate/dial. To obtain the appearance of the bezel on the sapphire discs, certain portions of the disc may comprise either metal/gold plating. This would eradicate the translucency in that particular spot. Then diamonds/stones can be set at the desired location to give the effect of a finished bezel. Further, it is understood that the sapphire discs 110, 112 may either be set with stones, engraved, metal plated etc; to portray any desired visual design. In a particular design, two sapphire discs may be used with an outer disc 110 driven for automated clockwise rotational movement hugging the numeric disc 115, while the other disc 112 is driven for counterclockwise movement at specific speeds to give an attractive illusion of the bezels intertwining with one another. Further, the two discs/bezels may be rotated at respective set speeds such that, at specific times, gaps in the discs overlap to open up and reveal hour markers, for instance. Thus, for example, at every 2 to 3 rotations of the bezels might reveal the 12:00 hour mark on the faceplate/dial, and then, subsequently, the 3:00 hour mark etc.. It is understood that there is no limit to the rotation rate (speed) and direction of the discs. By choosing proper gearing ratios, each disc can be set at a desired speed and direction of rotation which should not be limited. Furthermore, while only two rotating bezels are shown depicted in the Figures 19-26 it should be understood that the amount of discs able to be fitted into the watch is not limited to two. That is, the size and thickness of the watch is the determining factor of how many discs and moving components, the wristwatch may be provisioned with. As shown in Figure 20, there is depicted an exploded view of a timepiece 150 having the automated rotating bezel feature including two automated translucent sapphire discs 151, 152 carrying jewels arranged in concentric circular settings from the perimeter or edge of each disc, and fitted within a basic casing element 155 having a top crystal element 18. This wristwatch example provides the unique effect that there are numerous discs rotating -each with a circular jewel setting, but in actuality only two discs are rotating. Thus, as shown in Figure 20, fitted above the rotatable discs 151, 152 is the top crystal/sapphire 18 that covers the face of the watch/dial. The first sapphire disc 151 is of a first radius and is of an intended design having one or more concentric circular setting arrangements for jewels, with a first concentric setting arrangement 153a about an outer disc edge broken by a gap 154a; a second concentric circular setting arrangement 153b for jewels broken by a gap 154b; and, an innermost concentric circular setting arrangement 153c for jewels broken by a gap or opening 154c. This disc 151 may be driven for automated clockwise movement. Likewise, the second disc 152 is of a second radius, preferably smaller than the radius of the first disc 151 and layered underneath the first disc, and includes a first concentric circular setting arrangement 156a for jewels about an outer disc edge broken by a gap or opening 157a; and, a second concentric circular setting arrangement 156b for jewels broken by a gap 157b; and, even a third concentric circular setting arrangement 156c for jewels. This disc 152 may be driven for automated counterclockwise movement to give the imique visual effect. Thus, for example, the two discs/bezels may be rotated at respective set speeds, e.g., 1-10 R.P.M., such that, at specific times, the gaps in the discs overlap to open up and reveal underlying hour markers or other design feature, marking or indicia (not shown). It should be understood that while the embodiments described with respect to

Figures 19-28 depict all circular watch casings, it is understood that the design is not limited to circular watches. This design concept may also be implemented in square/rectangular watches as well as watches of any other desired shape. As shown in Figure 21, there is depicted an exploded view of a timepiece 160 having the automated rotating bezel feature including two automated translucent sapphire discs 161, 162 carrying jewels arranged, for example, in concentric circular settings about the inner axis from the edge of each disc, and fitted within a basic casing element 155 in which a top crystal 18 and rotating bezels 161, 162 are fitted. While similar to the design depicted in Figure 20, this design includes an extra translucent disc element 165 underlying the top crystal 18 and watch hands and, is stationary. This disc 165 may be colored or etched with a design/pattern 113, e.g., a face, or any design that correlates with the watchband, for instance, and is stationary with respect to the discs rotating underneath it. This gives the opportunity to portray a face design over the moving bezel disc components 161, 162. Thus, as shown in Figure 21, fitted above the rotatable discs 161, 162 is the top crystal/sapphire which covers the face of the watch/dial. The first sapphire disc 161 is fitted with one to three concentrically arranged circular settings for jewels, e.g., setting arrangements 163a-163c and, the second sapphire disc 162 is fitted with one to three concentrically arranged circular settings for jewels, e.g., setting arrangements 164a-164c. This design does not depict gaps in the settings, however, the design may include gaps as in the embodiment depicted in Figure 20. With the first disc 161 of larger diameter rotating clockwise and the underlying second disc 162 of smaller diameter driven for counterclockwise rotation, a unique visual effect is attained that there are numerous discs rotating -each with a circular jewel setting, but in actuality only two discs are rotating. To give an example of how unlimited the timepiece design of the invention depicted in Figure 21 is, the stationary disc 165 may include a picture or image of a rabbit, e.g., "Bugs Bunny" (character owned by Time Warner Entertainment Company, L.P.) having his mouth open. The underlying rotating disc include an image of a carrot, for example, that may or may not be set with stones. This underlying disc can be set in motion so as to give the appearance that Bugs Bunny is eating the carrot. Figure 22 depicts an exploded view of a timepiece 170 having the automated rotating bezel feature including two automated translucent sapphire discs 171, 172 with disc 172 underlying disc 171 and each carrying jewels arranged, for example, in concentric circular settings 173, 174 respectively, about the inner axis from the edge of each respective disc, and fitted within a basic casing element 155 in which a top crystal 18 and rotating bezels 171, 172 are fitted. While similar to the design depicted in Figure 20, this design does not include the extra translucent disc element 165. Figure 23 depicts an exploded view of a timepiece 180 having the automated rotating bezel feature including two automated translucent sapphire discs 181, 182 with disc 182 underlying disc 181. Each disc 181, 182 carries jewels arranged, for example, in a circular setting 183, 184 at the outer edge or perimeter of each respective disc and are fitted within a basic casing element 166 having a top crystal element 18. In this embodiment, about twenty-six (26) jewels are set around the respective edge of discs 181, 182 so as to create respective translucent openings 185, 186 on each disc that gives a unique appearance of having one bezel passing the other when the disks are rotating. The basic casing element 166 includes a faceplate or dial 119 including another design element 113 which appears as a triangle shaped coloration in Figure 23, however, may be any colored area, imprint, or design of any shape. Figure 24 depicts an exploded view of a timepiece 190 having the automated rotating bezel feature including two automated translucent sapphire discs 191, 192 with disc 192 underlying disc 191. Each disc 191, 192 carries jewels arranged, for example, in a circular setting 193, 194 as in the embodiment depicted in Figure 23, to create a circular Bezel effect. While similar to the design depicted in Figure 23, this design does not include the gap or opening in the circular settings 193, 194. Figure 25 depicts an exploded view of a timepiece 200 having the automated rotating bezel feature including two automated translucent sapphire discs 201, 202 with disc 202 underlying disc 201. Each disc 201, 202 carries jewels arranged, for example, in a respective circular setting 203, 204 at the outer edge of each respective disc and are fitted within a basic casing element 166 having a top crystal element 18. In this embodiment, about twenty-six (26) jewels are set around the respective edge or perimeter of discs 201, 202, so as to create a translucent opening 205, 206 respectively on each disc. When set at specific rotational speeds this design provides a unique appearance of providing an opening 209 that reveals a number, numeral or other marking, indicia or design which is set on the stationary faceplate/dial when the openings are aligned. In one example, the rotational speed of a clockwise rotating top disc 201 and counterclockwise rotating underlying disc 202 is set such that for every 2- 3 rotations, the openings will align to reveal the hour markers, e.g., 12:00 hour mark on the faceplate/dial, and then, subsequently, the 3:00 hour mark etc.. The variations in designs are unlimited. Figure 26 depicts an exploded view of a timepiece 210 having the automated rotating bezel feature including one automated translucent sapphire disc 211 including j ewels 213 set around the edge or perimeter of disc 211 and further including metal plating 216 shaped to resemble a hub and spoke (e.g., a car rim-like) design. When automated, this timepiece 210 gives a unique appearance to the watch, like a wheel in motion. In this particular design, one disc 211 represents the rim, however, it is understood that two or more discs moving in unison may be fitted to create multiple appearances. In a further embodiment, a watch 220 depicted in Figure 27 is designed such that the bezel comprises a rotating chronometer-style bezel ring 221 adapted for automated rotation about an axis using a motor/kinetic power source, as described herein, and disposed concentrically relative to an exterior, e.g., stationary, bezel 235 disposed about the perimeter of the watch. This inner chronometer-style bezel ring 221 is further designed to sit flush and border the perimeter of the stationary dial/faceplate 229 and be automated underneath the glass/crystal face. The rotating bezel can be embedded with diamonds, or is inscribed, and is not limited to any particular style. In a further embodiment, a watch 230 depicted in Figure 28 is designed such that the bezel comprises a rotating chronometer-style bezel ring 231 adapted for stationary or automated rotation using the motor/kinetic power source, as described herein, and positioned concentric to and flush against an inner wall of an exterior, e.g., stationary bezel 235 disposed about the perimeter of the watch. In this embodiment, a faceplate combination comprising rotating and intertwined circular gears 238 depicted in Figure 28 is provided. That is, this watch 230 includes a faceplate/dial gearing system all intertwined with one another and the automated bezel ring 231. Generally, the motor/kinetic power source powers a gearing system and establishes contact with a circular gear 238 having teeth that will, in turn, drive one or more other circular face gears 238. Since all gears are intertwined, when the motor/gear system drives eithier one of the units from the underlying gear system, the whole face may automatically start to rotate. As mentioned, each of the example timepiece designs having the automated rotating bezel feature depicted in Figures 19-28 may be driven by a motor powered by a battery source to rotate the components desired. Several motors include miniature electromagnetic motors, stepper motors any other miniature motor able to produce an automated movement off a driven power source. Irrespective of the motor used, a customized rechargeable battery, or like power source may be used to power the motor. The motor powers a custom gearing system that will, in turn, rotate the bezel/faceplate/under-plate, etc. as described in the embodiments depicted. Generally, the gearing system provisioned within the structures depicted in Figures 19-28 are custom tooled and implement a vertical or horizontal drive system to derive an upward gearing motion to establish contact between an underneath tooth system on the bezel or other designed component. The type of gearing system should not be limited to design or structure, as long as it is used to automate a bezel or other component. With respect to the rechargeable battery-power source for the watch of the present invention, reference is now made to Figure 29 that depicts a charging system 250 for a watch including a docking station 260 that is adapted to mate with and receive the back of a watch head 252. Particularly, as shown in Figure 29, the back of the watch casing includes one or more metallic, e.g., gold, conductors 255 used to establish a rechargeable connection between the watch head and corresponding conductors 256 of the rechargeable docking station 260 depicted in Figure 29. Thus, after the wearer takes off his or her watch, it may be placed on a recharging unit/docking station for receiving power from a standard wall-outlet (not shown) that will in turn replenish the battery power supply. This concept is ideal to ensure consistent fluid motion while operating to produce some extreme movements that require a lot of energy. The docking station is an ideal solution for use with the innovative automated rotation bezel/components described herein. With respect to provision of an independent kinetic energy source to specifically power and drive the bezel/components, this source comprises body movement or motion as a means to store energy and power a motor to move the gears, which will automate the bezel/components for movement according to the embodiments of the invention described herein. It is further understood that the automated rotating bezel feature of the invention may be driven by a mechanical winding mechanism, either with or without the provision of a winding docking station (not shown). Irrespective of the power source, both concepts (rechargeable battery, or kinetic energy) are constructed solely for automating the bezel, faceplate, under-plate structures, as described in the various embodiments herein. The watch mechanics is actually constructed as a separate platform. Thus, if the power source to automate the bezel/components dies, the watch will continue to keep it's time and continue operation. It should be understood that the invention is not limited to the combinations of structures as described. That is, it is possible to have a preexisting kinetic source powering the watch mechanism and under the same unit have a rechargeable battery powering the automated bezel/component motor and gear drive, or vice- versa. The unit can also have both the watch mechanism and automated gearing system both powered by battery or both by kinetic energy (motion). The further embodiments depicted herein with respect to Figures 19-28 may further include the button activation feature, such as described herein with respect to Figure 11. For instance, when the wearer of the watch wants to establish movement to the aesthetic bezel/components he/she can do so by pressing, pushing, turning or sliding an activation button, pin or trigger 40. This will then establish contact, initiating movement of the bezel/components. Alternately, a movement activation feature may be implemented wherein, when the watch is sitting still, the bezel is still. When the user picks up the watch (to hold or wear, for example), a sensor provided in the watch indicates to the appropriate components that the watch is being worn and to start movement (rotation) of the bezel/components. Particularly, a sensor output signal is generated for receipt by a microcontroller (IC or chip) to initiate to the motor mechanism rotation when to start or stop rotation. Alternately, this may be performed by a motion detector or sensor device that sends a signal to the motor/gear head to start and stop based on sensitivity of movement. If desired, a bezel rotation may be automatically established based on a certain time of a day. For example, as a notification of the beginning of a new hour, an automated rotation of the bezel/components can be initiated for use as an alarm or signal to the user. This may be implemented with an optional "set" alarm/function, simply to specify a time change or any other combination of time related or alarm related instances. It is understood that all of the above listed functions/features may be implemented individually or, in combination, with one another, without detracting from the scope of the invention. Furthermore, it is possible to use the foregoing automation techniques to move similar components in other wearable, or non- wearable items, including, but not limited to; pieces of jewelry, such as pendants, bracelets, necklaces, etc. The invention has been described herein with reference to particular exemplary embodiments. Certain alterations and modifications may be apparent to those skilled in the art, without departing from the scope of the invention. The exemplary embodiments are meant to be illustrative, not limiting of the scope of the invention, which is defined by the appended claims.

Claims

What is claimed is:

1. A rotating bezel watch comprising: a) a watch face having an hour hand, minute hand and second hand connected at substantially a center of thereof: b) a rotatable bezel connected to said watch face; and c) means for rotating said rotatable bezel, wherein said rotating means rotates said rotatable bezel about said watch face to increase the visual attractiveness of said watch face.

2. The rotating bezel watch as recited in claim 1, wherein said rotatable bezel includes a plurality of decorative elements.

3. The rotating bezel watch as recited in claim 2, wherein said decorative elements are jewels.

4. The rotating bezel watch as recited in claim 2, wherein said decorative elements are light emitting diodes.

5. The rotating bezel watch as recited in claim 2, wherein said decorative elements include self-luminescent materials.

6. The rotating bezel watch as recited in claim 1, wherein said rotatable bezel comprises one or more substantially translucent discs adapted for automated rotation by said rotating means, each said one or more discs disposed above a watch dial and underlying a top watch face crystal.

7. The rotating bezel watch as recited in claim 6, wherein said one or more discs comprising said rotatable bezel includes a plurality of decorative elements, said plurality of decorative elements comprising one or more of: jewels, light-emitting diodes, or self-luminescent materials, or combinations thereof.

8. The rotating bezel watch as recited in claim 6, wherein said rotatable bezel comprises two substantially translucent discs adapted for automated rotation by said rotating means, each said first and second discs comprising a plurality of decorative element in settings arranged as one or more concentric circles, including an outer circular arrangement about a periphery of each respective said one or more discs, a first upper disc having a larger radius than a second disc disposed underneath such that said first disc overlaps with said second disc to create an a effect of numerous discs rotating each circle of decorative element settings.

9. The rotating bezel watch as recited in claim 8, wherein a first disc of said two substantially translucent discs is adapted to rotate clockwise, and a second disc of said two substantially translucent discs is adapted to rotate counterclockwise.

10. The rotating bezel watch as recited in claim 8, further including a translucent disc underlying said top watch face crystal that includes a design and is stationary with respect to the one or more discs rotating underneath it.

11. The rotating bezel watch as recited in claim 9, wherein on each rotatable translucent disc, each said one or more concentric circle arrangements of decorative elements includes an opening having no decorative elements, on each disc, to thereby provide an appearance of having one bezel passing the other when the disks are rotating.

12. The rotating bezel watch as recited in claim 9, wherein on each rotatable translucent disc, each said one or more concentric circle arrangements of decorative elements includes an opening having no decorative elements, such that, when set at specific rotational speeds, the openings become aligned to thereby reveal a marking which is set on the stationary underlying watch dial.

13. The rotating bezel watch as recited in claim 12, wherein the marking revealed includes a number, numeral or other indicia or design.

14. The rotating bezel watch as recited in claim 6, wherein said rotatable bezel comprises a substantially translucent disc adapted for automated rotation by said rotating means, said disc comprising a decorative arrangement of metal plating.

15. The rotating bezel watch as recited in claim 14, wherein the decorative arrangement of metal plating provides an appearance of a rotating vehicle wheel rim.

16. The rotating bezel watch as recited in claim 6, further including independent means for rotating said one or more substantially translucent discs comprising said rotatable bezel.

17. The rotating bezel watch as recited in claim 16, wherein said independent means for rotating includes a motor powered by a battery power source.

18. The rotating bezel watch as recited in claim 17, wherein battery power source is rechargeable, said watch further including a means for recharging said battery power source.

19. The rotating bezel watch as recited in claim 16, wherein said independent means for rotating includes a kinetic energy source including means for storing energy in response to motion or movement of the watch when worn.

20. The rotating bezel watch as recited in claim 16, further comprising a sensor means for determining motion of said watch from a non-moving state, and automatically initiating operation of said independent means for rotating said one or more substantially translucent discs comprising said rotatable bezel.

21. The rotating bezel watch as recited in claim 16, further comprising an activation means adapted for use by a wearer by for positively establishing rotating movement of said one or more substantially translucent discs comprising said rotatable bezel.

22. The rotating bezel watch as recited in claim 1, wherein said rotating means comprises a second hand gear connected to said second hand of the timepiece, wherein said rotating bezel is connected to said second hand gear by connecting means.

23. The rotating bezel watch as recited in claim 22, wherein said connecting means comprises support arms connected between said rotating bezel and said second hand gear.

24. The rotating bezel watch as recited in claim 22, wherein said connecting means comprises a plurality of intermeshed gears.

25. The rotating bezel watch as recited in claim 1, wherein said rotating means comprises a second hand gear connected to said second hand and to an independent gear connected to said rotating bezel by connecting means.

26. The rotating bezel watch as recited in claim 25, wherein said connecting means comprises support arms connected between said rotating bezel and said independent gear.

27. The rotating bezel watch as recited in claim 25, wherein second hand gear is connected to said independent gear with a gear ratio greater than the gear ratio of said second hand gear.

28. The rotating bezel watch as recited in claim 25, wherein second hand gear is connected to said independent gear with a gear ratio less than the gear ratio of said second hand gear.

29. The rotating bezel watch as recited in claim 25, wherein second hand gear is connected to said independent gear with a gear ratio equal to the gear ratio of said second hand gear.

30. The rotating bezel watch as recited in claim 1, further comprising a bezel disconnect button for selectively releasing said rotatable bezel from said rotating means.

31. The rotating bezel watch as recited in claim 1, further comprising a transparent cover connected to said watch face for protecting said watch face.

32. The rotating bezel watch as recited in claim 1, wherein said rotatable bezel is selectively interchangeable.

33. The rotating bezel watch as recited in claim 1, wherein said watch face is connected to a watch band for wearing on the wrist.

34. The rotating bezel watch as recited in claim 1, further comprising a rotating bezel face plate.