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What does 7 jewels watch mean?

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What does 7 jewels watch mean?
The term “seven-jewel watch” means one that has seven pivots. This means that there are seven bearings on the wheel train that powers the movement of a mechanical watch. Pivots usually have natural or synthetic ruby gemstone insets, which is where the term jewel comes from. You'll find a collection of mechanical watches on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Shop for 15 Jewels Watches on 1stDibs
Rolex Rare and Attractive 1940's solid gold cased watch stylish unusual lugs
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
. Case is signed Rolex. 9 Gold hall marks. Movement is signed Rolex 15 Jewels. Watch has been completely
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Late 20th Century European Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold

Elgin Pocket Watch Gold Plated Working 15 Jewels 11066484 Year 1905, 49mm
By Elgin
Located in San Diego, CA
Elgin Pocket Watch Gold Plated Working 15 Jewels 11066484 Year 1905, 49mm This vintage Elgin
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Antique Early 1900s American Edwardian Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold Plate

Omega Pocket Watch Movement, 15 jewels, Caliber 19, Size 16 + Dial. circa 1916.
By Omega
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
"OMEGA Bienne Geneve" Case measures 47mm Case back opens to reveal original Omega 15 jewels Movement
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Vintage 1910s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

Brass

Rare Omega ref 2394 Vintage c1944 15-jewel Manual Mid-Size 31mm Mens' Watch
By Omega
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
movement, lever escapement, 15 jewels, compensation balance, 18,000 BPH, Incabloc shock absorber
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Vintage 1940s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Half Hunter Pocket Watch, 9K Yellow Gold by Dennison (H/M 1924), 15 Jewel Mvmt
Located in Canterbury, England
(hallmarked for 1924) and is powered by a 15 jewel Lagaros A movement by Record Watch company (Switzerland
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Vintage 1920s Pocket Watches

Rolex Royal ref 2280 Art-Deco c1936 S/Steel Manual 15 Jewels 30mm Mens' Watch
By Rolex
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
, featuring clear black hand-painted Arabic numerals and original hands in good condition. 15 jewels Rolex
Category

Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

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