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Pocket Watch Chronometre

14 kt. Pink Gold chronomètre Pocket Watch Cilinder Balance Helical Hairspring
Located in Antwerp, BE
Collectors Extremely Rare 14 kt. Pink Gold Chronomètre Pocket Watch with Subsidiary Seconds
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20th Century Swiss Artisan Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Rare Limited 18kt Gold Omega Chronometre Savonette Pocket Watch, Grade Very Best
By Omega
Located in Antwerp, BE
Extremely Rare & Collectable Limited 18kt Yellow Gold Omega Chronometre pocket watch, Grade Very
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Artisan Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Vacheron Constantin Chronometer Royal Gold Open Face Pocket Watch C1910
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in London, GB
Antique Vacheron Constantin Chronometre Royal 18ct Yellow Gold Keyless Lever Open Face Pocket Watch
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Early 20th Century Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rare & Historic Rose Gold Enamelled Pivoted Detente Hunter Pocket Watch, C1880
Located in London, GB
An Historic and Rare Rose Gold Enamelled Keyless Pivoted Detente Cronometre Half Hunter Pocket
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Antique Late 19th Century Pocket Watches

Materials

Rose Gold, Enamel

B.Hass Jeune Rose Gold Calendar Minute Repeater Split Second Hunter Pocket Watch
Located in London, GB
Keyless Lever Full Hunter Pocket Watch C1895. Dial: The superb white enamel dial with Roman numeral
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Antique 19th Century Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Vacheron Constantin, a Fine and Large Yellow Gold Open Face Keyless Pocket Watch
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Firenze, IT
covered by the seller (customs duties included). Model: "Chronometre Royal" Movement No: 345042, signed
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Vintage 1910s Swiss Art Nouveau Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rare Movado Early Maki-E Ermeto Manual Wind Purse Watch, circa 1929
By Movado
Located in London, GB
Movado. A Rare and Early Maki-E Ermeto Manual Wind Purse or pocket Watch C1929 Dial: The original
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Vintage 1920s American Pocket Watches

Materials

Silver

Rolex Black 18K White Gold & Stainless Steel Datejust 16234 Men's Wristwatch 36
By Rolex
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The Datejust is one of the most recognized and coveted watches from the house of Rolex. It has a
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2010s Italian Pocket Watches

Materials

White Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

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Antique Patek Philippe. A Rose Gold Keyless Lever Full Hunter Pocket Watch C1891
By Patek Philippe
Located in London, GB
Patek Philippe 18kt Rose Gold Keyless Lever Full Hunter Pocket Watch C1891. Dial: The white enamel dial fully signed Patek Philippe & Co Geneve with Roman numerals outer minute trac...
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Antique Late 19th Century Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Patek Philippe Rare Sliver & Gold Keyless Lever OpenFace DressPocket Watch C1920
By Patek Philippe
Located in London, GB
A rare Patek Philippe silver and gold, keyless lever open face dress pocket watch, C1920s. Dial: The beautifully crisp fully signed Patek Philippe & Cie Genève silver dial with blac...
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Early 20th Century Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Cartier 18 Karat Gold Rope Cigarette Case
By Cartier
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
A beautiful Cartier Gold Cigarette Case, ca. 1940s-1950s, with a beautiful design of ropes all around it, made in 18k gold. A cigarette safety latch is installed inside the compart...
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Vintage 1940s French Retro Boxes and Cases

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier 18 Karat Gold Rope Cigarette Case
Cartier 18 Karat Gold Rope Cigarette Case
H 0.4 in W 3.15 in L 4.34 in
Waltham American Riverside Pocket Watch with Fob and Charms
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Own a bit of history with this exceptional ladies heirloom timepiece from Waltham American Watch Company. This exquisite pocket watch is made of fourteen karat 14K yellow gold and h...
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Antique 1880s American Pocket Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Rolex Submariner 116619
By Rolex
Located in Surfside, FL
Rolex Submariner "Smurf" in 18k white gold. Auto w/ sweep seconds. 40 mm case size. With box and booklets. **Bank wire only at this price** Ref 116619. Circa 2010s. Fine Pre-owned Ro...
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

Rolex Submariner 116619
Rolex Submariner 116619
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Museum Quality, Certified Natural Jadeite Jade 壽星公 Longevity Man Decoration
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Please check out the HD video! From our extensive Jade collection passed down from my grandfather, this is a museum quality piece of jadeite jade. This large piece of jade is certifi...
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Vintage 1940s Hong Kong Contemporary Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Jade, Silver

A Gold Minute Repeater Calendar Chronograph Hunter Pocket Watch C1890s
Located in London, GB
A Swiss Gold Keyless Lever Minute Repeater Calendar Chronograph Hunter Pocket Watch C1890s Dial: The white enamel dial with Roman numerals outer minute track and tachymetric track. ...
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Antique 19th Century Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tsumori Chisato - Leather Key Wallet / Purse - NEW With Tags + Box & Cloth Bag
Located in KENT, GB
Product Details: Tsumori Chisato - Leather Key Wallet / Purse - Printed Leather, Rhinestone, Gold Metal & Leather Heart Detailing - Gold Cracked Leather Inner Lining + 2 Inner Compa...
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2010s Japanese Wallets

Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver 925 Somerset Mesh Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very good. Hardly any visible wear to ring is evident on this used Tiffany & Co designer resale item. Details Model: 925 Somerset Silver Sterling silver Ring Mes...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Band Rings

Jaeger-LeCoultre. Gold-Plated Metal Pocket Watch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Geneva, CH
Jaeger-LeCoultre. Gold-plated pocket watch. Signed and numbered. Original Jaeger-Lecoultre pouch. We do not guarantee the movements are working. Scratches. Length: 4.60 centimeters....
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Late 20th Century Retro Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold Plate

Fabergé Gold-Mounted Guilloche Enamel Desk Clock
By Fabergé
Located in London, GB
An Important Fabergé two-colour gold-mounted guilloche enamel desk clock, marked Fabergé, square, with circular seed-pearl bezel on lilac sunburst guilloché ground, the border enamel...
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Early 20th Century Russian Art Nouveau Desk Accessories

Materials

Gold, Enamel

Vintage Certified 12.01ct Color Change Green-Brown Cat's Eye Diamond Men's Ring
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
This bold, contemporary dome ring will not go unnoticed! One of the most sought-after colored gemstones in the world, the Chrysoberyl Cat's Eye possesses not just one, but two rare ...
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1990s Hong Kong Contemporary Dome Rings

Materials

Cat’s Eye, Diamond, Chrysoberyl, Yellow Gold

Roman Malakov GIA Certified 3.14 Carats Total Emerald Cut Diamond Men's Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A marvelous mens ring features a dazzling bezel set GIA Certified 3.14 carat emerald cut diamond, H Color and IF in Clarity. Surrounded in an outer halo design by a row of round diam...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Hampden Watch Company Multi Colored Gold Keyless Lever Full Hunter Pocket Watch
By Hampden Watch Company
Located in London, GB
Hampden Watch Company, A 14ct multi coloured gold keyless lever full hunter pocket watch, C1890. Dial: A beautiful condition white enamel dial with large Art Nouveau Arabic numerals...
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Antique Late 19th Century American Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Waltham 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pocket Watch Circa 1888 Floral Engraving
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This rare vintage 14 karat yellow gold pocket watch by Waltham is a stunning piece of history. The luxury solid gold timepiece is made with exquisite fine details. It features a 46mm...
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Antique 1880s American Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Audemars Piguet 18k Gold Pocket Watch 1910s Vintage RA369
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless luxury, solid 18k gold Audemars Piguet open face pocket watch, c.1910s, all original. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Audemars Piguet signed white enamel...
Category

Vintage 1910s Swiss Art Nouveau Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

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Gold Omega Chronometre, Swiss Pocket Watch
By Omega
Located in Lugano, CH
Stunning Gold Omega pocket watch "Chronométre" with a pure gold chain. In vintage working
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Vintage 1910s Swiss Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Gold

Vintage Silver and Brown Leather Movado Ermeto Chronométre Travel or Purse Watch
By Movado
Located in Carlisle, GB
Movado Ermeto Chronométre silver (0.935) and leather purse watch, import hallmarks London 1927
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Vintage 1920s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

Silver

Rare Black Enamel and Silver Cased Movado Chronometre Ermeto Travel Clock
By Movado
Located in Carlisle, GB
Black Enamel And Silver Movado Chronometre Ermeto Travel Clock. This rare charming travel clock
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Vintage 1920s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

Silver, Enamel

1950s Silver Movado 'Ermeto' Travelling Watch in Sliding Brown Crocodile Case
By Movado
Located in Carlisle, GB
be placed in a pocket or bag. The watch also has a small ring allowing it to be hooked on to a chain
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

Silver

Pocketwatch Reguateur Veritable Echappement Roskopf Oversized Railroad
Located in Aliso Viejo, CA
Hunter Very cool old estate watch with a round white ceramic face, roman numerals and a 2nd hand dial
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Antique Early 19th Century American Civil War Pocket Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vacheron Constantin Chronometre Royal Open Face Pocket Watch
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in London, GB
A rare 57 mm antique Chronometre Royal open face pocket watch, in yellow gold by Vacheron
Category

20th Century Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vacheron Constantin Chronometre Royal Open Face Pocket Watch Yellow Gold
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in London, GB
A rare 57 mm antique Chronometre Royal open face pocket watch, in yellow gold by Vacheron
Category

20th Century Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Men's 18 Karat Gold Lip Chronometre Dress Pocket Watch France Art Deco Case
Located in Lauderdale by the Sea, FL
This is a fine example of a French-made men's LIP Chronometre pocket watch in 18k yellow gold. Lip
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gold Minute Repeater Swiss Pocket Watch
Located in New Orleans, LA
This handsome gold pocket watch by D. Borgeat, Geneva is an exemplary specimen of superior Swiss
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Antique 19th Century Swiss Aesthetic Movement Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Perpetual Calendar Jump Date Pocket Watch by Marius LeCoultre
Located in New Orleans, LA
pocket watch features a beautifully crafted 18K rose gold case decorated in a foliate and scroll motif
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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Aesthetic Movement Pocket Watches

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Vacheron Constantin Chronometer Royal 18ct Gold Keyless Lever Pocket Watch C1920
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in London, GB
Vacheron Constantin Chronometre Royal 18ct Yellow gold Keyless Lever Open Face Pocket Watch C1920s
Category

Early 20th Century Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Vacheron Constantin Chronograph Royal 18CT Keyless Open Face Pocket Watch C1920s
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in London, GB
Vacheron Constantin Chronometre Royal 18ct Yellow gold Keyless Lever Open Face Pocket Watch C1920s
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Early 20th Century Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vacheron Constantin Historiques Chronometre Royal 1907 Rose Gold 86122/000r-9362
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in London, GB
pocket watch. Featuring a simple but classic white enamel dial with Arabic numbers and chapter ring. Its
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Vacheron Constantin Yellow Gold Pocket Watch, 1894
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Holland, PA
18k yellow gold hunting cased 49mm pocket watch by Vacheron Constantin. Circa 1894. This watch
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Antique 1890s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Henry Capt Quarter Repeating Enamel Half Hunter Pocket Watch
By Henry Capt
Located in London, GB
A quarter repeating keywind 35mm enamel half hunter pocket watch. The front and back cover is
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Antique 19th Century Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Vacheron & Constantin Yellow Gold Blue Enamel Pocket Watch c1900
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Cape May, NJ
Antique Vacheron & Constantin 18K Gold Blue Enamel 31mm Pocket Watch in original Case. The
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Early 20th Century Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Vacheron Constantin, a Fine and Large Yellow Gold Open Face Keyless Pocket Watch
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Firenze, IT
Model: "Chronometre Royal" Movement No: 348408, signed Case No: 214667, signed Year: Circa 1915
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Vintage 1910s Swiss Art Nouveau Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ferdinand Berthoud Rose Gold Dumb Quarter Repeating Pocket Watch 1762
Located in Brussels, BE
Ferdinand BERTHOUD Dumb quarter-repeating pocket watch Paris 1762 Gold 20 ct. Ferdinand
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Antique 1760s French Georgian Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, 22k Gold, Enamel

Vacheron Constantin gold Chronometre Royal extreme precision watch Circa 1955
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in New York, NY
, watch manufacturers began submitting watches for chronometer competitions to determine not only which
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Antique 14 Karat Gold Savonette Chronomètre Pocket Watch, Late 19th Century
Located in Bologna, IT
A stunning antique 14K gold savonette Chronomètre pocket watch, dating from the Late 19th Century
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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Swiss Art Deco Chrome Chronometre Perfecta Red and Black Watch with Fob
By Perfecta
Located in Port Hope, ON
This stunning Swiss Art Deco Chronometre perfecta pocket watch boasts one of the best and graphic
Category

Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Clocks

Materials

Enamel, Chrome

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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.

Questions About Pocket Watch Chronometre
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A pocket watch pocket is called by a number of names. You will sometimes see people refer to it simply as a watch pocket. Other names include a coin pocket or a fob pocket. Find a variety of antique pocket watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A fusee pocket watch — named for the French word fusée — is an antique type of watch with a crescent pulley and a curved groove around it that is wound with a cord or chain. The chain is attached to the mainspring barrel. Find a range of vintage fusee pocket watches on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A pocket watch fob refers to the chain or ribbon to which a pocket watch is attached. Its purpose was to make the watch more readily accessible to the wearer. You’ll find a variety of pocket watch fobs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    How you store pocket watches is largely a matter of personal preference. Generally, you should keep them in a storage container designed specifically for stowing delicate items, such as a velvet-lined jewelry box, a watch box or on a watch stand. Shop a variety of antique and vintage pocket watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    The best pocket watch is a matter of preference. 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. Brands like Patek Philippe, Vacheron Constantin, and Audemars Piguet are internationally renowned makers of pocket watches. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage pocket watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, pocket watches peaked in popularity in the 1800s. The first pocket watch was created in Germany in 1510, but was originally too large for a pocket. In the 1600s, the design began to get more compact, but for a long time pocket watches were a rarity and a symbol of wealth. Shop an array of antique pocket watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    A hunter pocket watch is a pocket watch with a metal case that has a spring hinged lid to cover the watch face and protect it from damage.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    The way to speed up your pocket watch depends on the specific model of timepiece that you have. To avoid damage, take it to a watch repair shop with experience repairing pocket watches to make adjustments. You'll find a selection of pocket watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    Like its hunter-case cousin, the half-hunter pocket watch features a protective lid or case that protects the face of the watch. The distinction is that the case front has a viewing window that allows the owner to check the time without having to open the pocket watch lid. The hours are frequently inscribed in blue enamel on the exterior lid itself, making it possible to tell the time without opening the case. Shop a range of vintage half-hunter pocket watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Full hunter pocket watches are a popular choice for those nostalgic for timepieces of years past. The solid outer case of this type of watch, which often features intricate designs, needs to be opened in order to reveal the watch’s face. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A minute repeater pocket watch comes with a repeater that chimes the time by pushing a button. They come with three different chimes; the hours have a low chime, minute by a high chime, and quarter hours by a sequence of two chimes. Shop a range of antique and vintage pocket watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A key-wind pocket watch is a type of portable timepiece produced from the early 19th century through the middle of the 19th century. It features a mechanism that requires regular winding with a device called a winding key. Shop a range of key-wind pocket watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    How to open a Howard pocket watch depends on its design. However, experts recommend that you don't attempt to open one yourself. Instead, take the piece to a watch repair center that has experience servicing pocket watches. Doing so will help you avoid damaging the timepiece. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Howard pocket watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A pocket watch chain is called a fob, or watch fob. They can be made in a variety of materials, but most often appear in a metal that matches the case of the watch itself. Shop a collection of antique watch fobs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Rolex made pocket watches from 1905 through to the 1970s. The last pocket watch released was a small, ultra-formal 18 karat piece. Own a piece of history by shopping a selection of Rolex pocket watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The best way to determine the year of a pocket watch is to identify and look up the serial number. Pocket watch serial numbers can be located inside the watch once you remove or open the back cover of the watch. Shop a wide range of pocket watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To open a Hamilton pocket watch, take it to a reputable watch repair shop. Experts advise against opening antique pocket watches on your own because special tools are necessary to avoid damaging the timepieces. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Hamilton pocket watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To know if your pocket watch is valuable, consult a licensed appraiser. Choose one with experience appraising antique and vintage timepieces. Having your pocket watch evaluated by a knowledgeable professional is the only way to be certain of its value. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique and vintage pocket watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    A pocket watch with 17 jewels is called a fully jeweled watch. For the mechanical movement, it uses jewel bearings from the center wheel pivot to the balance wheel. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of antique and vintage pocket watch options.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Pocket watches come in a variety of sizes but the most popular sizes for women are 0s, 6s and 8s. Measuring pocket watches is a bit confusing and to make it easier a 0s is1.166”, a 6s is 1.367” and 8s is 1.433”. So it’s fairly safe to say that an average size for a woman’s pocket watch is between 1 and 1.5 inches. Find vintage and contemporary pocket watches from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.

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