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Rare 14k Pocket Watch J.Assmann Glassutte from 1890
Rare 14k Pocket Watch J.Assmann Glassutte from 1890

Rare 14k Pocket Watch J.Assmann Glassutte from 1890

Located in London, GB

This is a fantastic example of a J. Assman I/Sachsen Glasshutte pocket watch from circa 1890. The

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Antique 1890s German Pocket Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Antique Waltham Pocket Watch with Chain & Fob in Rose Gold and Heraldic Crest
Antique Waltham Pocket Watch with Chain & Fob in Rose Gold and Heraldic Crest

Antique Waltham Pocket Watch with Chain & Fob in Rose Gold and Heraldic Crest

By Waltham Watch Company

Located in New York, NY

The antique Waltham pocket watch, paired with its chain and fob, is a remarkable example of late

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Antique 1890s American Aesthetic Movement Pocket Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

C.H. Meylan 18K Gold Keyless Lever Minute Repeater Pocket Watch Circa 1890's
C.H. Meylan 18K Gold Keyless Lever Minute Repeater Pocket Watch Circa 1890's

C.H. Meylan 18K Gold Keyless Lever Minute Repeater Pocket Watch Circa 1890's

By C.H. Meylan

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

C.H. Meylan 18K Gold Keyless Lever Minute Repeater Half Hunter Pocket Watch Circa 1890's Dial: The

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Antique 1890s Swiss Post-War Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Baume Longines Swiss Pocket Watch Movement, 30mm, # 665305.
Baume Longines Swiss Pocket Watch Movement, 30mm, # 665305.

Baume Longines Swiss Pocket Watch Movement, 30mm, # 665305.

Located in MELBOURNE, AU

Swiss Pocket Watch Movement, by Baume Longines 30mm Movement is Swiss made, signed & numbered

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Antique 1890s Swiss Pocket Watches

Tiffany & Co. Gold Pocket Watch
Tiffany & Co. Gold Pocket Watch

Tiffany & Co. Gold Pocket Watch

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

A two-sided Tiffany & Co. gold pocket watch. - Signed Tiffany & Co. New York - 1899 - Serial No

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Antique 1890s American Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold

Breguet Paris Closed Face Pocket Watch
Breguet Paris Closed Face Pocket Watch

Breguet Paris Closed Face Pocket Watch

By Breguet

Located in Manhasset, NY

Breguet Paris Closed Face Pocket Watch. Case in fair condition. Watch not working.

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Antique 1890s French Pocket Watches

A Swiss Gold Pivoted Detente Full Hunter Pocket Watch C1890
A Swiss Gold Pivoted Detente Full Hunter Pocket Watch C1890

A Swiss Gold Pivoted Detente Full Hunter Pocket Watch C1890

By Unbranded

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A Swiss 18ct Yellow Gold Keyless Pivoted Detente Full Hunter Pocket Watch C1890. Dial: The

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Antique 1890s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Late 19th Century Large Desk Size Nickel Pocket Watch
Late 19th Century Large Desk Size Nickel Pocket Watch

Late 19th Century Large Desk Size Nickel Pocket Watch

Located in Mount Kisco, NY

Cased in nickel, this hefty desk-size 70mm pocket watch is certainly impressive. With a bright

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Antique 1890s European Pocket Watches

Materials

Other

J.W. Benson Sterling Silver Half Hunters Case Pocket Watch, circa 1890s
J.W. Benson Sterling Silver Half Hunters Case Pocket Watch, circa 1890s

J.W. Benson Sterling Silver Half Hunters Case Pocket Watch, circa 1890s

By J.W. Benson

Located in Long Beach, CA

months on the movement. LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This great looking and all original pocket watch

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Antique 1890s Swiss Art Nouveau Pocket Watches

A Gold Automaton Quarter Repeater Hunter Pocket Watch C1896
A Gold Automaton Quarter Repeater Hunter Pocket Watch C1896

A Gold Automaton Quarter Repeater Hunter Pocket Watch C1896

By Unbranded

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A Heavy 18ct Yellow Gold Automaton Quarter Repeater Keyless Lever Full Hunter Pocket Watch C1896

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Antique 1890s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

J.W. Benson Sterling Silver Half Hunters Case Pocket Watch, circa 1890s
J.W. Benson Sterling Silver Half Hunters Case Pocket Watch, circa 1890s

J.W. Benson Sterling Silver Half Hunters Case Pocket Watch, circa 1890s

By J.W. Benson

Located in Long Beach, CA

months on the movement. LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This great looking and all original pocket watch

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Antique 1890s Swiss Art Nouveau Pocket Watches

GABRIEL. A Rare Gold Full Hunter Keyless Pocket Watch C1891
GABRIEL. A Rare Gold Full Hunter Keyless Pocket Watch C1891

GABRIEL. A Rare Gold Full Hunter Keyless Pocket Watch C1891

Located in Mayfair, London, London

Gabriel London. A Rare 18ct Gold Full Hunter Keyless Lever Pocket Watch C1891. Dial: The excellent

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Antique 1890s English Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold

Antique 30mm Blued Steel Watch Buttonhole, Swiss, Circa 1890
Antique 30mm Blued Steel Watch Buttonhole, Swiss, Circa 1890

Antique 30mm Blued Steel Watch Buttonhole, Swiss, Circa 1890

Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv

Watch Buttonhole Blued Steel, 1890 An amazing gadget from the late 19th century. White enamel with

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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

Steel

A Huguenin & Sons. A Gold Calendar Quarter Repeater Pocket Watch C1890
A Huguenin & Sons. A Gold Calendar Quarter Repeater Pocket Watch C1890

A Huguenin & Sons. A Gold Calendar Quarter Repeater Pocket Watch C1890

Located in Mayfair, London, London

Pocket Watch C1890 Dial: The magnificent original silver dial, signed A. Huguenin & Sons Locle with

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Antique 1890s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Elgin 14K Gold Open-Face Pocket Watch 21-Jewel Movement, circa 1899
Elgin 14K Gold Open-Face Pocket Watch 21-Jewel Movement, circa 1899

Elgin 14K Gold Open-Face Pocket Watch 21-Jewel Movement, circa 1899

By Elgin

Located in Miami, FL

A superb Elgin 14K solid gold open-face pocket watch, featuring a rare and highly desirable 21

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Antique 1890s American Pocket Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Patek Philippe Savonnette Pocket Watch Triple Signed 18 Karat Yellow Gold 1891
Patek Philippe Savonnette Pocket Watch Triple Signed 18 Karat Yellow Gold 1891

Patek Philippe Savonnette Pocket Watch Triple Signed 18 Karat Yellow Gold 1891

By Patek Philippe

Located in Baltimore, MD

Patek Philippe Savonnette Pocket Watch Triple Signed 18 Karat Yellow Gold 1891 Metal: 18k yellow

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Antique 1890s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Elgin National 14K Yellow Gold Pocket Watch w Gold Chain and Elks Tooth Fob
Elgin National 14K Yellow Gold Pocket Watch w Gold Chain and Elks Tooth Fob

Elgin National 14K Yellow Gold Pocket Watch w Gold Chain and 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

Antique Swiss Silver & Guilloché Enamel Pendant/ Fob Watch, c.1890
Antique Swiss Silver & Guilloché Enamel Pendant/ Fob Watch, c.1890

Antique Swiss Silver & Guilloché Enamel Pendant/ Fob Watch, c.1890

Located in Portland, England

An exquisite antique Swiss guilloché enamel pendant/ fob watch with a ribbon brooch is dating to

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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Art Nouveau Pocket Watches

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Patek Philippe A Rare Gold Enamel & Diamond Fob Watch C1899
Patek Philippe A Rare Gold Enamel & Diamond Fob Watch C1899

Patek Philippe A Rare Gold Enamel & Diamond Fob Watch C1899

By Patek Philippe

Located in Mayfair, London, London

pocket watch that were wearable on any occasion. The market at that time was very much dominated by

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Antique 1890s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

A Romanov Heirloom Gold Diamond & Sapphire Set Fob Watch C1890
A Romanov Heirloom Gold Diamond & Sapphire Set Fob Watch C1890

A Romanov Heirloom Gold Diamond & Sapphire Set Fob Watch C1890

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A Romanov Heirloom Diamond & Sapphire Set Keyless Lever Open Face Fob Watch C1890. Dial: The

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Antique 1890s Swiss Victorian Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Retouret Genève. A Heavy Gold Hunter Quarter Repeater C1890
Retouret Genève. A Heavy Gold Hunter Quarter Repeater C1890

Retouret Genève. A Heavy Gold Hunter Quarter Repeater C1890

Located in Mayfair, London, London

Retouret Genève. An 18ct Heavy Rose Gold Full Hunter Keyless Lever Quarter Repeater Pocket Watch

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Antique 1890s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Victorian Pocket Watch, Barometer and Thermometer Compendium Set
Victorian Pocket Watch, Barometer and Thermometer Compendium Set

Victorian Pocket Watch, Barometer and Thermometer Compendium Set

By American Waltham Watch Co.

Located in Norwich, GB

Victorian Pocket Watch, barometer and thermometer compendium set. Housed in the original brown

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Antique 1890s English Victorian Carriage Clocks and Travel Clocks

Materials

Brass

Pocket Watch, 19th century
Pocket Watch, 19th century

Pocket Watch, 19th century

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Magnificent 19th century pocket watch. The glass is detached and bumps at the sides. On the back

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Antique 1890s French Napoleon III Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Gold

Antique Gold Pocket Watch
Antique Gold Pocket Watch

Antique Gold Pocket Watch

Located in Litchfield, CT

Circa 1890s, 18k, Switzerland. This antique watch makes the perfect found object jewel. Goregeous

Category

Antique 1890s Swiss Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Pocket watch holder with lyre 1180 Berlin iron
Pocket watch holder with lyre 1180 Berlin iron

Pocket watch holder with lyre 1180 Berlin iron

Located in Berlin, DE

Cast iron with varying age patina. Round mount with lyre top and stepped base. Ornamental decorations. Probably Royal Prussian Foundries, first half of the 19th century. 23 x 9 x 9 c...

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Antique 1890s Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Berlin Iron, Brass

Vacheron Constantin 18K Gold Enamel Chatelaine Pocket Watch and Brooch
Vacheron Constantin 18K Gold Enamel Chatelaine Pocket Watch and Brooch

Vacheron Constantin 18K Gold Enamel Chatelaine Pocket Watch and Brooch

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Miami, FL

Antique Vacheron Constantin chatelaine pocket watch featuring 18K yellow gold construction with

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Antique 1890s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Pocket Watch In 18 Carat Gold, Dating From Around 1900 with calendar
Pocket Watch In 18 Carat Gold, Dating From Around 1900 with calendar

Pocket Watch In 18 Carat Gold, Dating From Around 1900 with calendar

Located in Madrid, ES

Discover a piece of timeless elegance with our exquisite 18K gold pocket watch from circa 1900! ⌚️

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Antique 1890s Scientific Instruments

Materials

Gold

14 Karat Gold Black Jet Pocket Watch Chain Fob
14 Karat Gold Black Jet Pocket Watch Chain Fob

14 Karat Gold Black Jet Pocket Watch Chain Fob

Located in Wallkill, NY

1880's to 1890's Jet Watch Chain Fob. Lovely piece in lovely condition. 16.08 mm in diameter on

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Antique 1890s Victorian More Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold

Hampden Gold Filled Pocket Watch
Hampden Gold Filled Pocket Watch

Hampden Gold Filled Pocket Watch

By Hampden Watch Company

Located in Los Angeles, CA

, 56mms in diameter, serial #1013189, movement #6148849. This is a great addition for any true pocket

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Antique 1890s American Victorian Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Antique Gold-Plated Full Hunter Engine Turned Engraved Case Waltham Pocket Watch
Antique Gold-Plated Full Hunter Engine Turned Engraved Case Waltham Pocket Watch

Antique Gold-Plated Full Hunter Engine Turned Engraved Case Waltham Pocket Watch

By American Waltham Watch Co.

Located in Carlisle, GB

Waltham gold plated lever hunter fob watch, circa 1899, signed gilt movement with compensated

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Antique 1890s American Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold Plate

Beautiful Swiss Silver Musical Pocket Watch
Beautiful Swiss Silver Musical Pocket Watch

Beautiful Swiss Silver Musical Pocket Watch

Located in Carlisle, GB

A beautiful heavy silver musical pocket watch, music and movement both working well. A very well

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Antique 1890s Pocket Watches

Ulysse Nardin Yellow Gold Pocket Watch
Ulysse Nardin Yellow Gold Pocket Watch

Ulysse Nardin Yellow Gold Pocket Watch

By Ulysse Nardin

Located in Munich, Bavaria

and nice collector's item very nice condition 1890

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Antique 1890s Swiss Pocket Watches

Antique Beautifully Engraved Silver Cased Pocket Watch
Antique Beautifully Engraved Silver Cased Pocket Watch

Antique Beautifully Engraved Silver Cased Pocket Watch

Located in Carlisle, GB

This Antique Beautifully Engraved Silver Case and hand painted enamel dial pocket watch is in good

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Antique 1890s Pocket Watches

Materials

Silver

Midnight Blue Enamel & diamonds Fob Pocket Watch
Midnight Blue Enamel & diamonds Fob Pocket Watch

Midnight Blue Enamel & diamonds Fob Pocket Watch

Located in Carlisle, GB

A gorgeous Swiss midnight blue enamel ladies pin set fob watch. The dial of the watch is also

Category

Antique 1890s Pocket Watches

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Antique Silver American Watch Co. Waltham Mass Key-Winding Pocket Watch
Antique Silver American Watch Co. Waltham Mass Key-Winding Pocket Watch

Antique Silver American Watch Co. Waltham Mass Key-Winding Pocket Watch

Located in Carlisle, GB

This beautiful antique 57mm diameter key-winding silver pocket watch is in good working order and

Category

Antique 1890s American Pocket Watches

Materials

Silver

Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Hunting Case Pocket Watch
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Hunting Case Pocket Watch

Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Hunting Case Pocket Watch

Located in Munich, Bavaria

Taschenuhr Very nice gold hunting case pocket watch PATEK, PHILIPPE & Cie GENÈVE CASE yellow

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Antique 1890s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Mermod Freres Gold Pocket Watch Dog Enamel Miniature
Mermod Freres Gold Pocket Watch Dog Enamel Miniature

Mermod Freres Gold Pocket Watch Dog Enamel Miniature

Located in Napoli, IT

enamel over engine turned gold The face of the watch is white with Roman numerals. Inside reads

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Antique 1890s Swiss Victorian Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Antique Pink Enamel Small Silver Half Hunter Cased Pocket Watch
Antique Pink Enamel Small Silver Half Hunter Cased Pocket Watch

Antique Pink Enamel Small Silver Half Hunter Cased Pocket Watch

Located in Carlisle, GB

This beautiful silver and pink enamel half hunter small pocket watch is in good working order. But

Category

Antique 1890s Pocket Watches

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Antique Silver Niello Stem-Wind Pocket/ Fob Watch with Chain
Antique Silver Niello Stem-Wind Pocket/ Fob Watch with Chain

Antique Silver Niello Stem-Wind Pocket/ Fob Watch with Chain

Located in Carlisle, GB

Antique Silver Niello Stem-wind Pocket/ Fob Watch with chain. This good quality watch is in good

Category

Antique 1890s Pocket Watches

Materials

Silver, Enamel, Niello

A. Lange & Söhne Rose Gold Hunter Pocket Watch
A. Lange & Söhne Rose Gold Hunter Pocket Watch

A. Lange & Söhne Rose Gold Hunter Pocket Watch

By A. Lange & Söhne

Located in Munich, Bavaria

Taschenuhr Very nice and rare hunter pocket watch ALS 1A-quality, with grazed movement CASE

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Antique 1890s German Pocket Watches

Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Minute Repeater Split Second Chronograph Pocket Watch
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Minute Repeater Split Second Chronograph Pocket Watch

Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Minute Repeater Split Second Chronograph Pocket Watch

By Patek Philippe

Located in Munich, Bavaria

Model Taschenuhr minute repeater split seconde chronograph Case yellow-gold Movement manual wind, chronograph, rattrapante excellent condition, extract from the archive

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Antique 1890s Swiss Pocket Watches

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1890 Pocket Watch For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the 1890 pocket watch you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. If you’re looking for a 1890 pocket watch from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 20th Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic 1890 pocket watch over the years, but those made by Elgin, Patek Philippe and IWC are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A 1890 pocket watch can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Diamond rings, from our inventory of 18, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes rose cut and old european cut alternatives. When shopping for a 1890 pocket watch, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or women today than there are for men.

How Much is a 1890 Pocket Watch?

On average, a 1890 pocket watch at 1stDibs sells for $2,650, while they’re typically $151 on the low end and $58,500 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Finding the Right Pocket-watches for You

Can you pull off a vintage pocket watch? Of course you can. With a suit and a waistcoat, a pocket watch can be a refreshing alternative to a wristwatch.

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, and manufacturers such as Vacheron Constantin and Patek Philippe became known for theirs. (Today, they’re among the most sought after by collectors and enthusiasts.)

At the onset, pocket watches resembled small round table clocks, and pulling your small round table clock — perhaps of the silver variety — out of your breast pocket in front of someone else demonstrated unequivocally that you cared about punctuality. For collectors, pocket watches are big, and that means a larger canvas provided for functions without crowding the dial. For example, the Marius Lecoultre pocket watch — made circa 1890 — does everything but uncork your wine.

In the late 1800s, the open-face pocket watch became a staple on the American railroad. It was a requirement for railway workers to wear a pocket watch, as the timepieces were responsible for keeping conductors on schedule. This was a boon to the watchmaking industry, with companies like Hamilton, the Elgin National Watch Company and the Waltham Watch Company producing high-grade and workingman’s watches.

By the 1930s, wristwatches comprised the bulk of watch manufacturing in America, superseding the pocket watch. Suddenly, if you wanted to know the time, you merely glanced at your wrist. But given their vintage charm and our general appetite for good design, pocket watches are a piece of statement-making jewelry and today can prove complementary to your formal attire in a manner that is stylish and unconventional.

Let time take its course — browse a vast selection of antique and vintage pocket watches available on 1stDibs designed by legendary brands such as IWC, Cartier and more.

Questions About 1890 Pocket Watch
  • 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 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
    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 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 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 ExpertNovember 22, 2024
    The most highly sought-after pocket watch will vary over time as trends in collecting do come and go. However, some pocket watches remain consistently popular among collectors. These timepieces include dress watches, such as those crafted by Elgin, Audemars Piguet and Patek Phillippe; railroad pocket watches produced by makers like Illinois and Hamilton; and military timepieces manufactured by Rolex and Omega. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of pocket watches.
  • 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 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
    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 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 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 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 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.
  • 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
    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
    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 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 ExpertApril 26, 2024
    To change a battery in a pocket watch, you must first remove the watch back. Depending on the type of watch, you may need a specially designed tool or a precision screwdriver to accomplish this task. Once you have the back removed, you may need to remove parts to access the battery and perform the replacement. Because there is so much variability in timepiece design and you could potentially damage your watch when removing the back and other parts, experts recommend having an experienced watch repairer replace the battery. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of pocket watches.