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John & Will Mitchell London & Glasgow 6325 Pocket Watch Movement
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
John & Will Mitchell London & Glasgow Pocket Watch Movement Porcelain Dial 42mm x 8mm movement
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Early 20th Century British Pocket Watches

Vacheron & Constantin Grottendieck Bruxelles 18 Karat Gold Pocket Watch
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Berlin, DE
Vacheron & Constantin Grottendieck Bruxelles 18 Karat Gold Pocket Watch Movement can be wound and
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20th Century Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Kt Gold Hunter Pocket Watch Triple Calendar Moon Phase Chrono Minute Repeater
Located in Antwerp, BE
Repeater Weight : 138.1 Gram Extremely Solid & Heavy 18 Kt Pink Gold Hunter Case Pocket Watch Movement
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Antique 19th Century Swiss Artisan Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

AS&F Silver Mysterieuse Pocket Watch with Transparent Dial and Silver Chain
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Amazingly Engineered AS & F Brevete SGDG Transparent Mysterieuse Pocket Watch Movement Included in
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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Late Victorian Pocket Watches

Materials

Silver

Patek Philippe Waltham Railroad 18K Yellow Gold Manual-Wind Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Aventura, FL
Patek Phillipe 18K Yellow Gold Pocket Watch Manual-wind movement, Guillaume balance, 18k yellow
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1990s American Modernist Pocket Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Illinois Silver Hunters Case Pocket Watch from 1893 with Pocket Watch Chain
By Illinois Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
Watch Chain WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This classic Hunters Case
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Antique 1890s American Pocket Watches

Materials

Silver

Illinois Watch Company Display Back Pocket Watch
By Illinois Watch Company
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
This sweet antique Illinois Watch Co. private label for Burlington Brass Pocket Watch, circa 1919
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Early 20th Century American Pocket Watches

Materials

Brass

American Waltham Watch Company 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pocket Watch
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
From American Waltham Watch Company, 14 karat yellow gold pocket watch Bartlett Grade model no
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Vintage 1910s American Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Illinois Railroad Bunn Special Pocket Watch Size 16
By Illinois Watch Company
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Illinois pocket watch, 21 jewels, Bunn Special, open face, gold-filled case. Lever time set. Model
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Vintage 1920s Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Large Invicta Diamond Crown 14k Gold Minute Repeater Chronograph Pocket Watch
By INVICTA WATCH
Located in Kenley surrey, GB
slow regulation. The movement is working and chiming very well. This pocket watch is a lovely example
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Antique 1880s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Hampden Watch Co. A Highly Engraved Railroad Full Hunter Pocket Watch C1890
By Hampden Watch Company
Located in London, GB
Hampden Watch Co. A Highly Engraved Heavy 14ct Gold Full Hunter Keyless Lever Railroad Pocket Watch
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Antique 19th Century American Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Rose 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
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Antique Late 19th Century American Pocket Watches

Materials

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

Waltham Open Faced American Pocket Watch with Period Watch Chain from 1934
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ LENGTH: Supplied with Period Pocket Watch Chain WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement This is a "vault
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Pocket Watches

Piaget Yellow Gold Swiss Movement Magic Coin Pocket Watch
By Piaget
Located in New York, NY
Piaget Pocket Watch. 18K Yellow Gold, 66 grams. Circa 1960. 1904 US $20 gold piece cut in half
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Vintage 1950s French Retro Pocket Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rockford Yellow Gold Filled Open Faced Pocket Watch from 1886
By Rockford Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rockford Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Open Faced Pocket Watch METAL / MATERIAL
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Antique 1880s Swiss Early Victorian Pocket Watches

Illinois Watch Co. Grade 525 14 Karat Gold Open Face Pocket Watch 17 Jewel
By Illinois Watch Company
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Beautiful Antique Illinois Watch Co. Pocket Watch w/ Discolored Dial 14KT White Gold Case w
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Early 20th Century American Pocket Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Antique Regency Sterling silver full hunter pocket watch, Fusee movement
Located in NEWARK, GB
A magnificent Regency era sterling silver full hunter pocket watch. It is large substantial pocket
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Antique Early 19th Century British Regency Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sterling Silver

Antique American Waltham Watch Co. Circa 1901 Brass Pocket Watch W Display Back
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
backside as this classic 1901 American Waltham Pocket Watch Model 1894 ticks away time. In brass, this
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Early 20th Century American Pocket Watches

Materials

Brass

Hampden 14K Yellow Gold Manual Hand Wind Elegant Unisex Pocket Watch
By Hampden Watch Company
Located in New York, NY
-winding) movement which is cased in a yellow gold case. It has a round shape face, small seconds subdial
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Antique Early 1900s American Pocket Watches

Waltham American Riverside Pocket Watch with Fob and Charms
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Company. This exquisite pocket watch is made of fourteen karat 14K yellow gold and has been meticulously
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Antique 1880s American Pocket Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Waltham 14k Yellow Gold Hunters Cased Pocket Watch Circa 1900 Hand Engraved
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Hunters Case Pocket Watch METAL
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Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Pocket Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Waltham Yellow Gold Filled Art Nouveau Open Faced Pocket Watch from, 1905
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Open Faced Pocket Watch / 16 Size / Hand
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Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Pocket Watches

Illinois Two Tone Gold Filled Art Deco Opened Faced Pocket Watch from 1922
By Illinois Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ Pocket Watch METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow and White Gold Heavy Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1922 DIMENSIONS
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Pocket Watches

14k Yellow Gold Illinois Open Face Hand Engraved Pocket Watch with White Dial
By Illinois Watch Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Absolutely beautiful pocket watch. Made by Illinois 1900s. Heavy gauge 14K yellow gold. In
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20th Century American Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Waltham Yellow Gold Filled Open Faced Pocket Watch with Enamel Dial from 1897
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
Open Faced Pocket Watch is entirely hand made. It is entirely original with a high grade movement and
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Antique 1890s North American Art Nouveau Pocket Watches

Carl Neumann of Berlin Silver Key-Wind Pocket Watch Intricate Movement
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Gorgeous Antique Pocket Watch by Carl Neumann of Berlin Key-Wind Movement Intricate Filigree Detail
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Antique 19th Century German High Victorian Pocket Watches

Materials

Silver

Waltham Yellow Gold Filled Open Faced 18 Size Pocket Watch with Flawless Dial
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ Blued Steel Hands Supplied with Gold Filled Pocket Watch Chain WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement
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Antique Early 1900s Swiss Pocket Watches

Waltham Open Faced Gold Filled Pocket Watch Flawless Kiln Fired Enamel Dial 1892
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
entirely hand engraved by a master engraver. It is supplied with a vintage pocket watch chain so you can
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Antique 1890s American Pocket Watches

Illinois Gold Filled Art Deco Pocket Watch with Rare Hammered Case and Red Dial
By Illinois Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
. LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This is one of the most unusual Illinois pocket watches I have ever seen. The
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Waltham 14K Gold Grade 620 15 Jewels Manual Antique Pocket Watch
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in San Fernando, CA
Beautiful Antique Waltham Pocket Watch 14k Yellow Gold Case Intricate Flower Design on Case White
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Antique Early 1900s Pocket Watches

Materials

14k Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Mechanical Wind Movement Antique Pocket 34.7g Watch
Located in New York, NY
(hand-winding) movement which is cased in a yellow gold case. It has a round shape face, no features
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20th Century Unknown Pocket Watches

Rockford Full Hunter 14 Karat Yellow Gold Filled Pocket Watch 15 Jewels Gr: 85
By Rockford Watch Company
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Beautiful Antique Rockford Pocket Watch w/ White Dial Including Cobalt Blue Hands & Dedicated
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Antique Late 19th Century American Pocket Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Hampden Open Face 14 Karat Gold Antique Pocket Watch Grade 314 12S 21-Jewel
By Hampden Watch Company
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Beautiful Antique Hampden Pocket Watch w/ White Dial Including Blue Hands & Dedicated Second Dial
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Early 20th Century American Pocket Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Rare 18ct Gold Enamel "Special" Diamond Grade Hunter Pocket Watch Waltham, 1898
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in London, GB
A Rare 18CT Gold Enamel Special Grade Diamond-Set Antique Hunter Pocket Watch Signed Waltham Mass
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Antique 19th Century American Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, Enamel, Gold

Rare 18ct Gold Enamel "Special" Diamond Grade Hunter Pocket Watch Waltham, 1898
Rare 18ct Gold Enamel "Special" Diamond Grade Hunter Pocket Watch Waltham, 1898
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H 1.19 in W 1.19 in D 0.6 in Dm 1.19 in L 1.19 in
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
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Antique 1880s American Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Waltham Colonial R Open Face 14 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Pocket Watch
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Beautiful Vintage Waltham Pocket Watch w/ Silver Dial Including Gold Hands & Dedicated Second Dial
Category

Mid-20th Century American Pocket Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Waltham 1886 Riverside Size 0s Hunting Pocket Watch In 18Kt Gold With Diamond
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Pocket watch designed by Waltham. Beautiful hunting pocket watch, created in Massachusetts United
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Antique 1880s American Victorian Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Waltham 1886 Riverside Size 0s Hunting Pocket Watch In 18Kt Gold With Diamond
Waltham 1886 Riverside Size 0s Hunting Pocket Watch In 18Kt Gold With Diamond
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H 2 in W 1.03 in D 0.44 in Dm 1.03 in L 2 in
Vintage Waltham 14 Karat Rose Gold Pocket Watch with Hunter Case, Circa 1888
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This rare vintage 14 karat gold pocket watch by Waltham is a stunning piece of history. The luxury
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Antique 1880s Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Waltham Colonial Series Open Face 14 Karat Gold Pocket Watch 14s 19 Jewel
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Beautiful Antique Waltham Pocket Watch w/ Gold Color Dial Including Blue Hands & Dedicated Second
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Early 20th Century American Pocket Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Waltham Octagon Antique 14 Karat Open Face Pocket Watch Gr 225 17 Jewel
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Beautiful Antique Waltham Pocket Watch w/ White Dial Including Blue Hands & Dedicated Second Dial
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Antique Early 19th Century American Pocket Watches

Materials

14k Gold

18th-century Lépine Verge movement key wind 18kt gold, a silver pocket watch
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique Late 18th-century Lépine Verge movement key wind 18kt gold, a silver pocket watch with a
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Antique 1750s French Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, Silver

Waltham Open Face 14k Yellow Gold Filled Pocket Watch 23 Jewels Size 16 1904
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Beautiful Antique Waltham Pocket Watch w/ White Dial Including Cobalt Blue Hands & Dedicated Second
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Early 20th Century American Belle Époque Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Antique 14K Yellow Gold Lady's Hunting Watch W/ Chain by Waltham Watch Co. 1888
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in New York, NY
. Weight of chain 16 grams Weight of pocket watch 56 grams
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Antique Late 19th Century American Aesthetic Movement Pocket Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Antique Fine Silver Pocket Watch, Fob Watch
Located in NEWARK, GB
A beautiful antique, early 20th century fine silver, ladies fob watch or pocket watch. It has a
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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

Silver

International Watch Company Gold Hunting Case Pocket Watch
By IWC
Located in Stamford, CT
Engraved thin mens 18k yellow gold hunting case IWC pocket watch. 10 jewel quartz IWC movement
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Late 20th Century Pocket Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage International Watch Company Yellow Gold Pocket Watch
By IWC
Located in Stamford, CT
Original 1940's IWC open face manual wind solid 14k yellow gold pocket watch Length: 62mm Width
Category

Early 20th Century Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jaeger LeCoultre 1966 Pocket Watch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Mechanical movement with manual winding. Caliber K910 Dim: 44x44mm dated on the back Original case - very
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Pocket Watches

Jaeger LeCoultre 1966 Pocket Watch
Jaeger LeCoultre 1966 Pocket Watch
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W 1.74 in D 0.12 in L 1.74 in
Pocket Watch with Black IP Plating
By Tateossian
Located in Fulham business exchange, London
Pocket watch with black IP plating The extraordinary skeleton movement and inner mechanisms are
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21st Century and Contemporary British Pocket Watches

Grande Sonnerie Pocket Watch by Montandon
Located in New Orleans, LA
This rare grande sonnerie quarter-hour repeating pocket watch crafted by Swiss firm Montandon is an
Category

20th Century Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co Movado Gold Pocket Watch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. 14 karat yellow gold pocket watch, with Movado movement. Made in Switzerland. Serial
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Vintage 1940s Pocket Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co Movado Gold Pocket Watch
Tiffany & Co Movado Gold Pocket Watch
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H 1.7 in W 1.7 in
Tiffany & Co. Platinum Pocket Watch Pendant
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Lovely pocket watch pendant created by Tiffany & Co. in New York. The watch is made of platinum
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Vintage 1950s American Pocket Watches

Materials

Platinum

Tiffany & Co. Platinum Pocket Watch Pendant
Tiffany & Co. Platinum Pocket Watch Pendant
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D 0.25 in Dm 1.75 in
Ulysse Nardin Pocket Watch 18k Gold
By Ulysse Nardin
Located in Antwerp, BE
Movement : Mechanical Manual Winding,17 Jewels, Extremely High Grade Movement with Fine Swan Neck
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20th Century Swiss Artisan Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold

American Waltham Watch&co, Antique Yellow Gold Pocket Watch
Located in New York, NY
*Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Hand winding movement Roman numerals Diameter: 1.5” Weight: 49gr Width
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Vintage 1910s Pocket Watches

IWC Pocket Watch 800 Silver With Papers
By IWC
Located in New York, NY
the movement number 599682, this pocket watch promises precise timekeeping, reminiscent of the era's
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Vintage 1910s Swiss Edwardian Pocket Watches

Materials

Silver

Waltham Manual Pocket Watch Gold Filled Case
By Waltham
Located in Surfside, FL
Waltham pocket watch with 20 year gold filled case. Triple sunk white dial with Arabic numerals and
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Antique Early 1900s Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Waltham Manual Pocket Watch Gold Filled Case
Waltham Manual Pocket Watch Gold Filled Case
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H 1.97 in W 1.97 in
Men's Burlington 14K Gold Filled Pocket Watch
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Burlington 14k white gold filled pocket watch. Open face, size 12, Model A. Double roller, 21
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Vintage 1920s Pocket Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Gold-filled

Hamilton Co. Railway Special Pocket Watch 1957
By Hamilton
Located in Towson, MD
pocket watch. The movement is manual wide, lever set, signed 992B, has 21 jewels, with serial number
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Retro Pocket Watches

Materials

10k Gold, Gold-filled

Waltham Vanguard Railroad Grade Pocket Watch 9561627
By Waltham
Located in Surfside, FL
Waltham Vanguard premier railroad grade pocket watch. 23 Jewels with 8 adjustments. Movement
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20th Century Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

14 Karat Gold Pocket Watch 'Removable Pendant'
Located in Coral Gables, FL
14 Karat Yellow Gold Vega Pocket Watch With Manual Wind Movement. Spring-loaded Hinge Allows For
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Vintage 1960s Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Art Nouveau 18k Gold Diamond Pocket Watch, Fob Watch, Escasany
Located in NEWARK, GB
A truly spectacular antique Art Nouveau era, 18kt gold and Rose cut diamond pocket watch or fob
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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Nouveau Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Pocket Watch Movement For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact pocket watch movement you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, 18k gold and yellow gold — can elevate any look. Find an antique version now, or shop for 635 vintage or 9 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Making the right choice when shopping for a pocket watch movement may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Creating a pocket watch movement has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Patek Philippe, Elgin and Vacheron Constantin are consistently popular. Take a look at a pocket watch movement featuring diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also rose cut cut and mixed cut cut versions available here, too. Finding a pocket watch movement for sale for men should be easy, but there are 310 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as women, too.

How Much is a Pocket Watch Movement?

On average, a pocket watch movement at 1stDibs sells for $3,800, while they’re typically $199 on the low end and $488,500 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Finding the Right watches for You

Records show that, in Europe, by the 16th century, it was high time for portable clock devices. Right now, perhaps you’re shopping for your own. If so, find a vast range of fashionable and functional antique, new and classic vintage watches on 1stDibs.

While wall-mounted time tellers and grandfather clocks were much more convenient than the sundials of ancient history, watches were becoming crucial for an increasingly connected society whose members learned that the latest advancements in technology meant they could carry devices that kept time to within a minute a day. Tragically, the first pocket watches — albeit an improvement on the accessories that preceded them, which dangled from a chain worn around the neck — didn’t help much as far as accuracy or portability. Focused on style over substance, the upper class frequently carried lavish pieces that ran hours behind. 

Eventually, watches migrated from owners’ pockets to their wrists. In the early days of watchmaking, watches were fragile enough that they necessitated protection from the elements. Now, wristwatches made of gold and steel can withstand the harshest climates — even 100 meters underwater, in the case of Rolex’s Submariner. Designer Gérald Genta, whose range of clients included Rolex, created for Audemars Piguet the first luxury sports timepiece to be made from stainless steel. First introduced in 1972, the Royal Oak was a perfect choice for blending the form and function that are now synonymous with sports watches.

Indeed, although exceedingly practical, the watches of today are far from bland. Bulgari’s iconic Serpenti watch was on everyone’s list after the collection’s bold bracelet, which technically debuted after the timepiece, graced the wrist of actress Elizabeth Taylor. If anything, elaborately crafted timepieces — the unmistakably boxy silhouette of Cartier Tank watches, the elegant and minimal Calatrava designed by legendary Swiss house Patek Philippe — are even more effective than the shape we associate with traditional watches. You’ll always know what time it is because you won’t be able to tear your eyes away from your new accessory. 

Form watches — the all-encompassing moniker bestowed upon non-round watches — are making headlines and completing contemporary fashionable ensembles the world over. At the same time, both casual fans and careful collectors are drawn to the unbeatable charm of vintage styles, such as the icons designed by Omega that even James Bond can’t resist

When shopping for a watch, it’s good to keep your needs as well as your specific personal style in mind: A smaller, subtle timepiece is a good fit for small wrists. When will you be wearing your new accessory? There’s a versatile model out there for everyday wear, while a rugged, feature-heavy watch is a safe bet if you’re prone to embarking on all-weather activities in the great outdoors. 

Find exactly what you’re looking for in an unparalleled collection of antique, new and vintage watches on 1stDibs — we promise it will be worth your time.

Questions About Pocket Watch Movement
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    What specific type of movement is on a Gucci watch varies. Generally, Gucci uses only high-quality Swiss quartz movements in all of their timepieces. On 1stDibs, find a range of Gucci watches.
  • 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 ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Yes, Tiffany makes their own watch movements. In 1874, Tiffany & Co. established a watchmaking factory in Geneva, Switzerland, to hand-assemble their own highly precise, advanced movements and hand settings. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Tiffany & Co. watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Bremont recently unveiled its new movement, the ENG300. The movement is a 65-hour automatic with a silicon escapement manufactured at Bremont’s watchmaking factory ‘The Wing’. You can shop a collection of authentic Bremont watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Most Rolex watches do not have quartz movement, instead they use a Perpetual rotor to power the watch. There were a couple of Rolex watch models that used quartz movement, the most popular being the Rolex Oysterquartz. The Oysterquartz is no longer in production, but it can be found in the second-hand market.. Find Rolex watches, including the rare Oysterquartz, 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.

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