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Did they have pocket watches in the 1800s?
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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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Shop for 1850s Pocket Watch on 1stDibs
Penlington 18Kt. Solid Gold Keywinding Pocket Watch 1850's Breguet Style
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Penlington London
STYLE / REFERENCE: Open Faced Pocket Watch
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Antique 1850s Swiss Pocket Watches
Bonnet 18kt. Solid Gold Open Faced Pocket Watch with Engine Turned Dial 1850's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Bonnet
STYLE / REFERENCE: Open Faced Pocket Watch
METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt. Yellow
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Antique 1850s Swiss Pocket Watches
James Bonnet 18 Karat Yellow Gold Keywind Hunters Case Pocket Watch, circa 1850s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: James Bonnet
STYLE / REFERENCE: Hunters Case Pocket Watch
METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt
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