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How old are Waltham pocket watches?

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How old are Waltham pocket watches?
Waltham pocket watches are more than 150 years old. The American watchmaker introduced its first pocket watch in 1857, and it called this groundbreaking watch the Model 1857 in honor of its launch date. Waltham went on to become one of the leading makers of pocket watches for personal use and the railroad industry in the U.S. Shop a diverse assortment of Waltham watches on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024
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Antique Waltham Amn. Watch Co. Grade 18k Yellow Gold 16j Size 8s Pocket Watch
By Waltham
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have an absolutely gorgeous, antique American Waltham pocket watch featuring a solid 18k gold case. The case is magnificently h...
Category

Antique 19th Century Pocket Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Antique 1903 Waltham 14k Yellow Gold Pocket Watch
By Waltham
Located in New York, NY
This antique 1903 Waltham pocket watch is crafted in solid 14k yellow gold, showcasing classic American watchmaking at its finest. The detailed case features elegant engraving and op...
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Antique Waltham P.S. Bartlett Size 18 Coin Silver Case GF Chain Pocket Watch
By Waltham
Located in New York, NY
A distinguished Waltham pocket watch, crafted in Waltham, Massachusetts, renowned for its legacy in fine watchmaking. This elegant timepiece features a coin silver case, beautifully ...
Category

Antique 19th Century American Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold-filled, Silver

Waltham White Gold Filled Art Deco Watch circa 1934
By Waltham
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: White Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1934 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 26mm X Width 34mm M...
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Base Metal, Steel

1910's Waltham Gold-Filled Antique Full Hunter Pocket Watch, Size 16
By Waltham
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Beautiful antique Waltham pocket watch with white dial. Blue hands and a dedicated seconds dial. Gold-filled case with intricate hand-etched design on ...
Category

Vintage 1910s American Art Nouveau Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

1927 Waltham Gold-Filled Open Face Pocket Watch, Size 16S
By Waltham
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Beautiful antique Waltham pocket watch with white dial, blue hands and a dedicated seconds dial. Yellow gold-filled case with no engraving. Black numbe...
Category

Vintage 1920s American Modern Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

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