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Finding the Right pocket-watches for You
Can you pull off a vintage pocket watch? Of course you can. With a suit and a waistcoat, a pocket watch can be a refreshing alternative to a wristwatch.
The earliest pocket watches were luxury items, and, owing to cost, they weren’t commonplace until the 19th century. Artfully crafted pocket watches were a symbol of wealth, and manufacturers such as Vacheron Constantin and Patek Philippe became known for theirs. (Today, they’re among the most sought after by collectors and enthusiasts.)
At the onset, pocket watches resembled small round table clocks, and pulling your small round table clock — perhaps of the silver variety — out of your breast pocket in front of someone else demonstrated unequivocally that you cared about punctuality. For collectors, pocket watches are big, and that means a larger canvas provided for functions without crowding the dial. For example, the Marius Lecoultre pocket watch — made circa 1890 — does everything but uncork your wine.
In the late 1800s, the open-face pocket watch became a staple on the American railroad. It was a requirement for railway workers to wear a pocket watch, as the timepieces were responsible for keeping conductors on schedule. This was a boon to the watchmaking industry, with companies like Hamilton, the Elgin National Watch Company and the Waltham Watch Company producing high-grade and workingman’s watches.
By the 1930s, wristwatches comprised the bulk of watch manufacturing in America, superseding the pocket watch. Suddenly, if you wanted to know the time, you merely glanced at your wrist. But given their vintage charm and our general appetite for good design, pocket watches are a piece of statement-making jewelry and today can prove complementary to your formal attire in a manner that is stylish and unconventional.
Let time take its course — browse a vast selection of antique and vintage pocket watches available on 1stDibs designed by legendary brands such as IWC, Cartier and more.
- Can I polish Gucci belt buckles?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, to polish your Gucci belt buckle, wipe the metal buckle down with a dry cloth and vinegar to dissolve the tarnish. Apply a small amount of metal polish to a cotton cloth, and rub for three to five minutes. Find Gucci belts and other accessories from the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024What a Gucci belt buckle is made of varies from piece to piece. Often, the gold-toned buckles are brass. For silver-toned buckles, Gucci typically uses a base metal plated with palladium to create the iconic interlocking G logo buckle. Find a diverse assortment of Gucci belts from some of the world's top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023To tell if a Gucci belt buckle is real, look at how it attaches to the belt. An authentic Gucci buckle will always be permanently attached to the belt, while on some replicas, the buckle can be removed. The screw at the attachment point is also a clue. On authentic belts, the screw will have the same finish as the buckle, and it will be located just above the embossed label and serial number. Shop a variety of Gucci belts on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Montana Silversmiths belt buckles are made of sterling silver, but they're typically coated in rhodium to make them both appear brighter and avoid oxidation. The rhodium keeps the belt buckle looking shiny for longer.
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