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Omega Pocket Watch
By Omega
Located in Surfside, FL
Omega pocket watch in 18k yellow gold with cream dial. Manual with sub-seconds dial. 47 mm case
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20th Century Pocket Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Omega Pocket Watch
Omega Pocket Watch
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H 1.86 in W 1.86 in L 0.95 in
Antique Pocket Watch
Located in Geneva, CH
Pocket watch in gilded metal. Height: 6.80 centimeters. We do not guarantee the functioning of
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Early 20th Century Pocket Watches

Patek Philippe Pocket Watch Pocket Watch 18k High Polish Yellow Gold
By Patek Philippe
Located in Surfside, FL
Patek Philippe pocket watch in 18k high polish yellow gold. Watch dial features gold applied Arabic
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Vintage 1920s Pocket Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Antique Steel Pocket Watch
Located in Geneva, CH
Steel pocket watch. Height: 6.00 centimeters. We do not guarantee the functioning of this watch.
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Pocket Watches

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Steel

Antique Silver Pocket Watch
Located in Geneva, CH
Silver pocket watch. Height: 7.00 centimeters. Gross weight: 94.41 grams. We do not guarantee the
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Early 20th Century European Anglo-Indian Pocket Watches

Materials

Silver

Antique Silver Pocket Watch
Located in Geneva, CH
Silver pocket watch. Height: 7.00 centimeters. Gross weight: 83.44 grams. We do not guarantee the
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Early 20th Century European Anglo-Indian Pocket Watches

Materials

Silver

Tiffany & Co. Pocket Watch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Surfside, FL
. Crica 1920. Fine Pre-owned Tiffany & Co. Watch. Certified preowned Vintage Tiffany & Co. pocket watch
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Vintage 1920s Pocket Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Pocket Watch
Tiffany & Co. Pocket Watch
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H 1.74 in W 1.74 in L 0.95 in
Longines Yellow Gold Pocket Watch
By Longines
Located in Berlin, DE
High quality collector's pocket watch by Longines. Including original case. Hallmarked, 18k gold
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Early 20th Century Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Longines Yellow Gold Pocket Watch
Longines Yellow Gold Pocket Watch
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Dm 2.13 in
Illinois Silver Hunters Case Pocket Watch from 1893 with Pocket Watch Chain
By Illinois Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
Pocket Watch was produced by the legendary American house, the Illinois Watch Company. The case is hand
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Antique 1890s American Pocket Watches

Materials

Silver

Art Deco Enamel Pocket Watch
By Mido
Located in New York, NY
An Art Deco pocket watch featuring intricate enamel work on both sides. Circa 1920s.
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

Enamel

Patek Philippe Pocket Watch 726
By Patek Philippe
Located in Surfside, FL
Patek Philippe pocket watch in 18k yellow gold. Manual w/ subseconds. 45 mm case size. Comes with a
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20th Century Pocket Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe Pocket Watch 726
Patek Philippe Pocket Watch 726
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H 1.78 in W 1.78 in L 0.95 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

LeCoultre gold fill manual pocket watch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Surfside, FL
LeCoultre Gold filled Pocket watch. Manual wind with alarm. Lid folds down so you can use it as a
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20th Century Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

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

Tiffany & Co. Gold Pocket Watch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
A two-sided Tiffany & Co. gold pocket watch. - Signed Tiffany & Co. New York - 1899 - Serial No
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Antique 1890s American Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold

Tiffany & Co. Gold Pocket Watch
Tiffany & Co. Gold Pocket Watch
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H 1.38 in W 1.38 in
Breguet Paris Closed Face Pocket Watch
By Breguet
Located in Stamford, CT
Breguet Paris Closed Face Pocket Watch. Case in fair condition. Watch not working.
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Antique 1890s French Pocket Watches

Breguet Paris Closed Face Pocket Watch
Breguet Paris Closed Face Pocket Watch
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H 2.3 in W 1.75 in D 0.25 in
Ladies Pocket Watch 18 Karat Gold
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Ladies Pocket Watch 18kt Gold with bow motif on Front not working 3 cm wide
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20th Century Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold

Vacheron Constantin Yellow Gold Pocket Watch
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Berlin, DE
High quality collector's pocket watch from Vacheron et Constantin Geneve. Including original case
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Early 20th Century Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hampden Gold Filled Ladies Pendant Pocket Watch
By Hampden Watch Company
Located in Dallas, TX
Hampden Gold Filled Ladies Pendant Pocket Watch - Manual winding. Gold filled; ornate engraving
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20th Century American Pocket Watches

Waltham 10k Yellow Gold Manual Pocket Watch
By Waltham
Located in Surfside, FL
Waltham pocket watch in 10k yellow gold. Manual. Fine Pre-owned Waltham Watch. Certified preowned
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20th Century Pocket Watches

Materials

10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alpina 14K Yellow Gold Pocket Watch
By Alpina
Located in Dallas, TX
Alpina 14K Yellow Gold Pocket Watch - Manual winding . 14K yellow gold ( 53 mm ) . Champagne dial
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20th Century Swiss Pocket Watches

Longines Platinum Art Deco Pocket Watch
By Longines
Located in Dallas, TX
Longines Platinum Art Deco Pocket Watch - Manual winding. Platinum case sat with scalloped
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20th Century Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches

Antique IWC Pocket Watch Hunter 14 Karat Gold
By IWC
Located in Berlin, DE
Solid, heavy IWC Pocket Watch Hunter 14 Karat Gold. Pocket watch can be wound and works
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20th Century Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Dallas, TX
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Pocket Watch - Manual winding . 18K Yellow Gold Case, monogrammed
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20th Century Swiss Pocket Watches

Waltham Open Faced Pocket Watch Circa 1886
By Waltham
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
One key-wound 10k gold Waltham open-faced pocket watch with a white dial, black Roman numerals and
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Antique 1880s American Victorian Pocket Watches

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10k Gold

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
Authentic Gueblin 14 Karat Pocket Watch & Chain
Located in New York, NY
Gueblin Winding pocket watch Working and tested 14kt. Yellow gold 31.5 grams. 30mm diameter
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2010s American Pocket Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Illinois Watch Co. Currier Gold Filled Pocket Watch
By Illinois Watch Company
Located in Dallas, TX
Illinois Watch Co. Currier Gold Filled Pocket Watch - Manual winding; Key wind, Key set. Gold filed
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Antique 19th Century American Pocket Watches

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

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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
IWC Pocket Watch 800 Silver With Papers
By IWC
Located in New York, NY
Introducing an exquisite piece of horological history, the IWC Pocket Watch from the year 1915
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Vintage 1910s Swiss Edwardian Pocket Watches

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Silver

Antique Elgin 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pocket Watch
By Elgin
Located in Stamford, CT
Antique Elgin 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pocket Watch. This beautiful antique Elgin pocket watch circa
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Antique Early 19th Century American Victorian Pocket Watches

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14k 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
Waltham 14K Tri Gold Ladies Pendant Pocket Watch
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in Dallas, TX
Waltham 14K Tri Gold Ladies Pendant Pocket Watch - Manual winding. 14K Yellow Gold, Rose Gold and
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Antique 19th Century American Pocket Watches

IWC Schaffhausen 18 Karat Gold Pocket Watch
By IWC
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage International Watch Co. Schaffhausen 48mm pocket watch, never engraved. circa 1925-1930
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Early 20th Century Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

English 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pocket Watch
Located in Dallas, TX
English 18K Yellow Gold Pocket Watch - Manual winding . 18K yellow gold case ( 53 mm ) . White dial
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20th Century British Pocket Watches

Elgin 14k Yellow Gold Pocket Watch Manual Wind
By Elgin
Located in Surfside, FL
Elgin pocket watch in 14k yellow gold with floral design hunter case. 8 size (36mm case size
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20th Century Pocket Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Elgin 14k Yellow Gold Pocket Watch Manual Wind
Elgin 14k Yellow Gold Pocket Watch Manual Wind
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H 1.42 in W 1.42 in
Agassiz Chronograph 14K Yellow Gold Pocket Watch
Located in Dallas, TX
Agassiz Chronograph 14K Yellow Gold Pocket Watch - Manual winding. 14K Yellow gold ( 52 mm ) with
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20th Century Swiss Pocket Watches

Rolex Stainless Steel Pocket Watch Ref 3002
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Stainless Steel Pocket Watch Ref 3002 - Manual winding. Stainless steel case with smooth
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20th Century Swiss Pocket Watches

Cartier Art Deco Pocket Watch
By Cartier
Located in New Orleans, LA
A study in classic Art Deco design, this pocket watch was crafted by the famed Cartier. Housed in
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Enamel

Elgin 14k Gold Filled Pocket Watch Ref 27460
By Elgin
Located in Surfside, FL
Antique Elgin "Hunter Case" 42mm diameter, 14K gold filled pocket watch with scalloped edges all
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20th Century Pocket Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Gold-filled

Elgin 14k Gold Filled Pocket Watch Ref 27460
Elgin 14k Gold Filled Pocket Watch Ref 27460
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H 1.66 in W 1.66 in
14 Karat Yellow Gold Filled American Waltham Pocket Watch
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold American Waltham Pocket Watch. Just serviced in fine working condition. Case
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold-filled

Fine Quality Kutchinsky Pocket Watch in 18ct Yellow Gold
By Kutchinsky
Located in London, GB
Fine Quality 18ct Yellow Gold Kutchinsky 39mm Pocket Watch In Working Condition Additional
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Late 20th Century British Pocket Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

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
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Late 20th Century Retro Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold Plate

Jules Jürgensen Copenhagen Yellow Gold Hunter Pocket Watch
By Jules Jugensen
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful Jules Jürgensen Copenhagen 18k gold pocket watch. Hunter. Important and beautiful
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Antique 19th Century Danish Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Agassiz Pocket Watch 246181 14k Yellow Gold Manual Watch
By Agassiz
Located in Surfside, FL
Agassiz Pocket Watch in 14k yellow gold. Manual w/ subseconds. Ref 246181. Fine Pre-owned Agassiz
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20th Century Pocket Watches

Materials

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

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

Original OMEGA Pocket Watch in Gold
By Omega
Located in BARCELONA, ES
18K GOLD pocket watch, with white enamel dial in fantastic condition Signed OMEGA, with gold
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pocket Watches

Hamilton Brass Pocket Watch with Display Back
By Hamilton
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Enjoy seeing the craftsmanship in this Hamilton 917 Brass Pocket Watch, expertly restored with a
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Mid-20th Century American Pocket Watches

Materials

Brass

Longines for Spaulding & Gorham Two Tone Gold Pocket Watch
Located in Dallas, TX
Longines Pocket Watch for Spaulding & Gorham - Manual winding. Art Deco style 2-Tone 18k white
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Vintage 1930s Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Corum Peacock Feather 18K Yellow Gold Pocket Watch
By Corum
Located in New York, NY
This is an incredibly rare Corum Peacock Feather 18K yellow gold pocket watch. The case of the
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1990s Swiss Retro Pocket Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Antique Union Horlogere 14 Karat Gold Pocket Watch, Alpina, Glashütte
Located in Berlin, DE
Union Horlogere 14 Karat Gold Pocket Watch. Pocket watch can be wound and works. Including
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20th Century Pocket Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe Yellow Gold 1920s Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920s Patek Philippe Pocket Watch, 44 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 3 piece case with embossed Enamel
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Vintage 1920s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Multi Color Gold Waltham Diamond Pocket Watch
By Waltham
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Waltham 14k Multi Color Gold Diamonds Pocket Watch with a 2mm Round Shape Diamond mounted on the
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Mid-20th Century Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k 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
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Early 20th Century Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Chronograph & Quarter Repeater Pocket Watch Hunter 14 Karat Gold
Located in Berlin, DE
Antique Chronograph & Quarter Repeater Pocket Watch Hunter 14 Karat Gold. Pocket watch can be
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Antique 19th Century Swiss Pocket Watches

Antique Edwardian 1903 14k Gold Filled Pocket Watch
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in London, GB
watch is in excellent antique condition. Please note with all of our pocket watches we sell them as 'not
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Antique Early 1900s American Edwardian Pocket Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Gold-filled

Antique Edwardian 1903 14k Gold Filled Pocket Watch
Antique Edwardian 1903 14k Gold Filled Pocket Watch
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H 1.38 in W 0.4 in Dm 1.38 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

Vintage Elgin 14K Yellow Gold 165 Pocket Watch
By Elgin
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Elgin 14K Yellow Gold 165 Pocket Watch - Manual winding. 14K yellow gold hunter case with
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20th Century Swiss Pocket Watches

IWC Open Face Pocket Watch Yellow Gold
By IWC
Located in London, GB
A vintage 14k yellow gold open face pocket watch by IWC. The silver dial features a small seconds
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20th Century Pocket Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Pocket Watch For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the pocket watch you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 2471 vintage editions and 86 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a pocket watch from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat versions are of considerable interest. A pocket watch from Patek Philippe, Elgin and Cartier — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A pocket watch of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Diamond, from our inventory of 138, is particularly popular. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also rose cut cut and bead cut versions available here, too. There aren’t many items for women if you’re seeking a pocket watch, as most of the options available are for men and unisex.

How Much is a Pocket Watch?

Prices for a pocket watch can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $92 and can go as high as $98,500, while this accessory, on average, fetches $2,860.

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
  • 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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