Did they have pocket watches in the 1800s?

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.

1800 Pocket Watch Silver

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Golden Watch

Pocket Watches From The 1800s

Gold Table Clock

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Gold Pocket Watch With Chain

Gothic Table Clock w. Stunning Antique Pocket Watch Made of Gilt Bronze or Gold

$2,127

H 7.1 in W 5.1 in D 3.55 in

Gothic Table Clock w. Stunning Antique Pocket Watch Made of Gilt Bronze or Gold

Located in Lisse, NL

Small Gothic table clock with gilt bronze (or possibly golden) pocket watch by John Worboys of London, 1780-1810. We know too little about antique pocket watches to be able to tell ...

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Antique Early 1800s British Gothic Revival Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Metal, Bronze

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Antique Silver Pocket Watch Signed William Farguhar, London

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Antique Silver Pocket Watch Signed William Farguhar, London

Located in Carlisle, GB

Antique Silver Chronometer Pocket Watch Signed William Farguhar, London This charming watch is in good working condition and is running well. Major-General William Farquhar (26 Fe...

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Antique Early 1800s British Pocket Watches

Materials

Silver, Enamel

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Fine 19th Century French Neo-Gothic Gilt Metal Cathedral Church Reliquary Pair

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"Art Deco Clock in Chinese Manner", Gübelin Clock w/ Red Hardstone Finial

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A Large Italian Carved Figural Long Case Clock

$24,000

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Located in Bradenton, FL

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Gothic Revival Carved Oak and KPM Porcelain Triptych

$75,414

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By KPM Porcelain

Located in London, GB

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Fish Tank

By CG capelletti

Located in Milan, IT

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Did they have pocket watches in the 1800s?
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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.