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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

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

Elgin Gold Filled Pocket Watch with Unique Floral Engraving, circa 1907
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
producing over two million watches per year, more than any other watch factory in the world. The company's
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Antique Early 1900s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Elgin Gold Filled Pocket Watch with Unique Floral and Initials Engraving 1900s
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
producing over two million watches per year, more than any other watch factory in the world. The company's
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Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Pocket Watches

Antique Ladies 9k Gold Pocket Watch, Floral, Fob Watch
Located in NEWARK, GB
pocket watch is intricately designed with floral engravings to the reverse with a white enamel dial, gold
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Pocket Watches

Materials

9k Gold

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

Exquisite Hunter-Case Swiss Pocket Gold Watch Courvoisier, 1870
Located in Bilbao, ES
Exquisite Gold hunter-case Swiss pocket watch COURVOISIER #10673. Golden case with three 43mm
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Antique Late 19th Century Pocket Watches

Materials

Ruby, Gold

XIX Century Open-Face Gold Pocket Watch R. Stewart
Located in Bilbao, ES
XIX Century Open-face Gold Pocket Watch R. STEWART, Argyle & Buchanan Sts., Glasgow, #16044
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Antique Late 19th Century Scottish Pocket Watches

Materials

Ruby, Gold

18k Rose Gold Hunter-Case Swiss Pocket Watch Angelus
By Angelus
Located in Bilbao, ES
18K Rose Gold Hunter-case Swiss Pocket Watch ANGELUS #40283. Cronograph with o'clock and quarter
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Antique Late 19th Century French Pocket Watches

Materials

Ruby, Rose Gold

Dent London. A Rare Gold Half Hunter Pocket Watch C1906
Located in London, GB
Dent London. A Rare and Important 18ct Yellow Gold Half Hunter Keyless Lever Pocket Watch C1906
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20th Century British Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hunter Pocket Watch, Elaborately Painted Enamel, The Dial Marked Omega
Located in London, GB
banding design around the face of the watch is symbolic of OMEGA pocket watches of that period. The gold
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Antique Early 19th Century Unknown Renaissance Pocket Watches

Materials

Pearl, Enamel

Patek Philippe XIX Century Open-Face 18k Gold Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Bilbao, ES
Patek Philippe XIX Century Open-Face Gold Pocket Watch dated January 13 1891 Serial number 96510
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Antique Late 19th Century Scottish Pocket Watches

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold

Julien 18 Karat Yellow Gold Keywinding Pocket Watch, circa 1840s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Julien, Geneve STYLE / REFERENCE: Open Faced Pocket Watch METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt
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Antique 1840s Swiss Baroque Pocket Watches

XIX Century Open-Face Brittish Gold Pocket Watch F. Brooman
Located in Bilbao, ES
Great "open-face" Brittish pocket watch F. BROOMAN, Strand, London, N#614. Solid gold case, gold
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Antique Late 19th Century Pocket Watches

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

IWC Schaffhausen Asprey Savonette/Hunting Case Pocket Watch 18 Kt Gold
By IWC
Located in Antwerp, BE
Unique Beautiful and Collectable IWC Savonette/Hunting Case Pocket watch made For Asprey. 49mm 18k
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20th Century Artisan Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold

Rare Antique Pocket Key Watch French 1800s with Painted Enamel Dial
Located in London, GB
Rare Antique Pocket Key Watch French 1800s with Painted Enamel Dial in Working Order An
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Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Pocket Watches

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Napoleon Bonaparte C1800s 18k Gold, Enamel, Natural Pearl Openface Pocket Watch
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
The Napoleon Bonaparte 18K Gold, Enamel, Pearl Pocket Watch by Valère, Paris is an important
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Antique Early 19th Century French Napoleon III Pocket Watches

Materials

Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel

Elgin National 14K Yellow Gold Pocket Watch w Chain Elks Tooth Fob
By Elgin
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Wheeler Grade 103 Model 3 Pocket Watch is a true find. Manufactured pre-1900 by one of America's most
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Antique 1890s American Pocket Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rare 18ct Ruby and Diamond Pocket Watch with Elaborate Mountings and Jewels
Located in London, GB
craftsmanship are without question. This small 18ct jewellery pocket watch houses elaborate, decorative silver
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Vintage 1970s European Retro Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Bourquin Geneve Sterling Silver Enamel Dial Verge Fusee Small Pocket Watch, 1840
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Bourguin Geneve STYLE / REFERENCE: Pendant Pocket Watch METAL / MATERIAL: Silver
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swiss Pocket Watches

Longines for Birks Open Faced Pocket Watch with Original Dial, circa 1921
By Birks
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Longines for Birks of Canada STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Open Faced Pocket Watch
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Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches

Antique French 18k Gold 3.25ctw Rose Cut Diamond Covered Pocket Watch Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have an absolutely gorgeous, antique, French-made pocket watch pendant featuring a solid
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Antique 1870s French Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Movado 18 Karat Solid Gold Ermeto Date Travel Pocket Watch, circa 1950s
By Movado
Located in Long Beach, CA
movement LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This rare and unique watch was produced by the legendary house of
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

18K Yellow Gold Hunter-Case Swiss Pocket Watch 1880 Guye aux Perrieres
Located in Bilbao, ES
18K yellow gold Hunter-case Swiss pocket watch with three strong lids, external ones in guillochè
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Antique Late 19th Century Pocket Watches

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Elgin 52mm 1906 Pocket Watch, 17 Jewel Serviced 90-Day Warranty, Serial 12195791
By Elgin
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
This 1906 53mm Elgin pocket watch with a white face is a stunning timepiece crafted with precision
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Antique Early 1900s North American Modern Pocket Watches

Charles Tissot Gun Metal Silver and Gold Coin Edged Open Faced Pocket Watch
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Charles Tissot STYLE / REFERENCE: Open Faced Pocket Watch METAL / MATERIAL: Silver
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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Nouveau Pocket Watches

Cuervo & Sobrinos Silver Niello and Gold Art Deco Open Faced Pocket Watch 1940's
By Longines
Located in Long Beach, CA
Silver matching chain. We seldom see pocket watches of this quality with their original pocket watch
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Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches

Gruen Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Pocket Watch with Original Stern Dial, 1920's
By Gruen
Located in Long Beach, CA
classic Art Deco Pocket Watch has a unique case design by legendary house of Gruen. The Pentagon allowed
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Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches

A Unique Enamel Gold 18 k watch in the shape of a Jockey cap very rare
Located in London, GB
Enamel Gold 18 k watch in the shape of a Jockey cap very rare Enamel Gold Ladies Jockey cap shaped
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Antique 1890s European Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, Enamel

Victorian Yellow Gold Watch Fob
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Victorian 14 Karat Watch Fob with Sliding Station. The unique ladies watch fob features a 48" long
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Antique 1880s English Victorian Pocket Watches

Materials

Garnet, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond And Enamel Sunfish Lapel Watch
Located in New Orleans, LA
A delightful blend of watchmaking refinement and unique artistry, this charming lapel watch takes
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Modern Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Diamond And Enamel Sunfish Lapel Watch
Diamond And Enamel Sunfish Lapel Watch
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Rare Hermes Vintage watch enamel manual winding
By Hermès
Located in Romford, GB
Extremely Rare Authentic Hermes vintage Watch. Beautiful Watch incased in a golden metal pendant
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20th Century Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

Enamel

Rolex Cellini. A Rare Gold Twenty Dollar Coin Watch C1990
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
a unique and rare piece as there are so few of these coin watches on the market. The coin watch also
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20th Century Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Banner 7 Jewel Swiss Watch Pin/Brooch, Skeleton Feature
Located in Austin, TX
A vintage pin and clock/watch that is detachable and attachable. This piece is vintage and in great
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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Pocket Watches

C. Marcks & Co. Pendant Watch for the Indian Market, circa 1900s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: C. Marcks & Co. STYLE / REFERENCE: Dragon / Griffin Pendant Watch METAL
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Antique Early 1900s Swiss Edwardian Pocket Watches

Girard Perregaux Solid Gold Art Deco Style Lapel Watch, circa 1950s
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Long Beach, CA
movement. LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This unique lapel watch was produced by the legendary house of
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches

Agassiz 18Kt. Gold Oversized Watch for Tiffany & Co. Stern Freres Dial 1920's
By Agassiz
Located in Long Beach, CA
Pocket Wrist Watch METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt. Solid Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's DIMENSIONS / SIZE
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Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches

Tiffany & Co. Ladies Gold Pendant Watch with Enamel Inlay, circa 1910
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Tiffany & Co. STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Pendant Watch METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt
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Early 20th Century Swiss Pocket Watches

Longines 18kt. Yellow Gold Art Nouveau Style Presentation Watch Box and Papers
By Longines
Located in Long Beach, CA
watches with their original box and papers that are this old. This unique pendant was presented as an
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Antique Early 1900s Swiss Art Nouveau Pocket Watches

Cartier 18 Karat Solid Gold Desk Top Travel Watch with Onyx Buttons circa 1930s
By Cartier
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Cartier / New York STYLE / REFERENCE: Travel Watch / Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches

J.E. Caldwell by Mimo Art Deco Asian Themed Enameled Desk Clock circa 1930's
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
movement LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This is a truly unique watch from the 1930's produced for the
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches

Gubelin Lucerne Art Deco Stone and Bronze Table Clock, circa 1930s
Located in Long Beach, CA
style and engine turned. The bezel is done in gilded bronze. This is a unique clock that will look great
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches

J.W. Benson Nickel Finished Nautical Desk Clock with 2 Enamel Dials from 1930s
By JW Benson London
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: J.W. Benson Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Nautical Desk Clock METAL / MATERIAL
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

Brass, Other

Auguste Berthoud. A Rare Antique Experimental Marine Chronometer C1840
Located in London, GB
Auguste Berthoud. A Unique and Rare French Experimental Marine Chronometer C1840 Dial: The
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Antique 19th Century French Pocket Watches

Materials

Brass

Juvenia New Old Stock Leather Bound "Book Clock" for a Desk 1930's
By Juvenia
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Eterna Watch and Clock Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Desk Clock METAL
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Pocket Watches

Dunhill 18kt Rose Gold Book Hand Made in France for Dunhill, circa 1930's
By Dunhill
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Dunhill & Co. STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Desk Watch METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Rose
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Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Pocket Watches

Gubelin of Switzerland Art Deco Desk Clock, circa 1930s
By Gubelin
Located in Long Beach, CA
SERVICE COMMITMENT This unique desk clock was produced by the renowned Swiss house of Gubelin, the
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches

Tiffany & Co. Art Deco French Made Hammered Brass and Gilt Desk Clock, 1930s
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This unique art deco desk clock was made in France by the Charles Hour Company
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

Brass, Gilt Metal

Black Starr and Frost Art Deco Footed Desk Clock Gilt and Nickel Finish, 1930s
Located in Long Beach, CA
months on the movement LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This unique clock from the 1930's was sold by one
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches

Pocket Watch or Neck Chain 21 Inches Art Deco Hand Engraved
Located in Long Beach, CA
Length / 3/8 Thick This is a very unique Pocket Watch Chain set up as two chains. It can be worn with
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Chain Necklaces

Hampden 18kt Solid Gold Art Nouveau Open Face Pocket Watch Original Dial, 1904
By Hampden Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
watch has a unique original multicolor gold appliqued dial with applied gold Roman numerals and blued
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Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Nickel Silver Pocket Watch with Period Vintage Chain Original Dial 1940's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
Breguet style hands. We never see pocket watches in this condition. The watch has a hinged case and a
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Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Silver

Gruen Solid Yellow Gold Pocket Watch with Original Dial by Stern Freres 1920's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Gruen Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Open Faced Dress Pocket Watch / Hinged Back
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Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Elgin Gold Filled Art Deco Round Watch with Unique Original Dial From 1950's
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
. The Elgin Watch Company also played a major role in the development of the pocket watches for the
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Waltham Gold Filled Art Deco Tortue with Breguet Engine Turned Dial from 1939
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
days of course. LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This is a truly unique American Tortue shaped watch. We
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

1904 Solid Gold Waltham Trench / WW1 , Rare 17J Riverside Movement
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in Raleigh, NC
watches in the UK American watch manufacturers could not sell finished / assembled watches. There were
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Antique Early 1900s British Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold

Audemars Piguet Platinum and Gold Art Deco Oversized Pocket Wristwatch, 1930s
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Audemars Piguet Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Ultra Thin Pocket / Wristwatch
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Movado Yellow Gold Sterling Silver Oversized Manual Winding Watch
By Movado
Located in Long Beach, CA
, originally a pocket watch has its seconds at 12:00 and its winding at 6:00. The case is unique and original
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Shreve Yellow and White Gold Enamel Oversized Art Deco Watch
By Shreve & Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
. LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This unique pocket wrist conversion has an enameled Greek key bezel. The
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Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Howard Stainless Steel Art Deco Exhibition Back Watch, circa 1920's
By Howard
Located in Long Beach, CA
acquired by the Keystone Watch Case Company. Keystone continued to produce Howard watches under the Howard
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

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Unique Pocket Watches For Sale on 1stDibs

Find an expansive variety of unique pocket watches available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of gold, 18k gold and 14k gold, these items were constructed with great care. Find a collection of 228 vintage versions or 26 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and pieces in stock date back to the 19th Century while others were produced as recently as the 21st Century. Pieces in our collection of unique pocket watches made by Art Deco jewelers — as well as those associated with Victorian — are very popular. Versions of these items have been a part of the life’s work for many jewelers, but those produced by Patek Philippe, Karen Sugarman Designs and Chopard are consistently popular. While most can agree that any pick from our collection easily elevates most outfits, but the choice of diamond versions from the 27 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. There are many round cut, bead and rose cut unique pocket watches for sale. If you’re browsing the variety of unique pocket watches for sale, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men.

How Much are Unique Pocket Watches?

Prices for unique pocket watches can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $55 and can go as high as $308,204, while unique pocket watches, on average, fetch $3,500.
Questions About Unique Pocket 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 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.