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Art Nouveau Diamond Gold Demi Hunter Lapel Watch
Art Nouveau Diamond Gold Demi Hunter Lapel Watch

Art Nouveau Diamond Gold Demi Hunter Lapel Watch

Located in McLean, VA

This 18 kt. yellow gold Art Nouveau Demi Hunter lapel watch hangs from an original Art Nouveau

Category

Antique 1890s Unknown Art Nouveau Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Estate Elgin Pocket Watch
Estate Elgin Pocket Watch

Estate Elgin Pocket Watch

By Elgin

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful Victorian period Elgin pocket watch, circa 1899. This gold filled beauty has a 7 jewel

Category

Antique 1890s American Victorian More Jewelry

Materials

Gold-filled

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

Category

Antique 1890s American Aesthetic Movement Pocket Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Patek Philippe Rose Gold Open Face Pocket Watch circa 1890
Patek Philippe Rose Gold Open Face Pocket Watch circa 1890

Patek Philippe Rose Gold Open Face Pocket Watch circa 1890

By Patek Philippe

Located in Dallas, TX

, retailed by A.H. Rodanet, Paris, circa 1890.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Victorian Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Circa 1890 Patek Philippe 18KT Yellow Gold Jumbo Pocket Watch
Antique Circa 1890 Patek Philippe 18KT Yellow Gold Jumbo Pocket Watch

Antique Circa 1890 Patek Philippe 18KT Yellow Gold Jumbo Pocket Watch

By Patek Philippe

Located in New York, NY

Model: Antique Pocket Watch Year: Circa 1890 Case: 18KT Yellow Gold, 54mm Diameter, Open-Faced, Case No

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold

French Miniature Sedan Chair Pocket Watch Display Holder, C.1890
French Miniature Sedan Chair Pocket Watch Display Holder, C.1890

French Miniature Sedan Chair Pocket Watch Display Holder, C.1890

Located in Atlanta, GA

Pocket watch perfection! A charming late 19th Century French pocket watch display stand in the

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Antique 1880s French Belle Époque Pocket Watches

1890s Yellow Gold Man's Pocket Watch
1890s Yellow Gold Man's Pocket Watch

1890s Yellow Gold Man's Pocket Watch

Located in Long Beach, CA

18kt solid gold man's Swiss made pocket watch. This watch has a beautiful hand carved case in

Category

Antique 1890s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Vacheron Constantin Yellow Gold Open Faced Manual Winding Pocket Watch
Vacheron Constantin Yellow Gold Open Faced Manual Winding Pocket Watch

Vacheron Constantin Yellow Gold Open Faced Manual Winding Pocket Watch

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Long Beach, CA

/ Pocket Watch METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt. Solid Gold DIMENSIONS: 51 mm Diameter CIRCA: 1890's MOVEMENT

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Antique 1890s Swiss Pocket Watches

Antique 14 Karat Gold Elgin Pocket Watch, circa 1895
Antique 14 Karat Gold Elgin Pocket Watch, circa 1895

Antique 14 Karat Gold Elgin Pocket Watch, circa 1895

By Elgin

Located in Braintree, GB

Antique 14k gold Elgin pocket watch, circa 1895. Case Ref : 020864 Movement Nr : 27456792 Display

Category

Antique 1890s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Jaeger-LeCoultre Enamel Gold Pocket Lapel Watch, 1890s
Jaeger-LeCoultre Enamel Gold Pocket Lapel Watch, 1890s

Jaeger-LeCoultre Enamel Gold Pocket Lapel Watch, 1890s

By Jaeger-LeCoultre

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Rare Jaeger-leCoultre pocket/lapel watch that would be definitely a conversational piece. It was

Category

Antique 1890s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe. A Rare Gold Open Face Pocket watch and Chain C1890
Patek Philippe. A Rare Gold Open Face Pocket watch and Chain C1890

Patek Philippe. A Rare Gold Open Face Pocket watch and Chain C1890

By Patek Philippe

Located in Mayfair, London, London

Patek Philippe 18ct Yellow Gold Open Face Keyless Lever Pocket Watch with a rare white enamel dial

Category

Antique 1890s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

LE COULTRE 1890 Baroque Miniature Pendant Watch in 18Kt Gold & Guilloche Enamel
LE COULTRE 1890 Baroque Miniature Pendant Watch in 18Kt Gold & Guilloche Enamel

LE COULTRE 1890 Baroque Miniature Pendant Watch in 18Kt Gold & Guilloche Enamel

Located in Miami, FL

pendant watch created in Switzerland by the LeCoultre et Cie, back in the 1890. The antique pendant watch

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Antique 1890s Swiss Baroque Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold

Vacheron Constantin Vintage Large 18k Gold cased Pocket Watch 1890s
Vacheron Constantin Vintage Large 18k Gold cased Pocket Watch 1890s

Vacheron Constantin Vintage Large 18k Gold cased Pocket Watch 1890s

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1890s Vacheron & Constantin Pocket Watch, 53 M.M 18K yellow Gold 3 piece case with Hinged

Category

Antique 1890s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Le Coultre 1890 Miniature Pendant Watch Silver With 5.29 Ctw Diamonds & Rubies
Le Coultre 1890 Miniature Pendant Watch Silver With 5.29 Ctw Diamonds & Rubies

Le Coultre 1890 Miniature Pendant Watch Silver With 5.29 Ctw Diamonds & Rubies

Located in Miami, FL

antique pendant watch is over hundred years old and was made in the late 19th century, circa 1890. The

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Antique 1890s Swiss Edwardian Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

A. Lange & Sohne Glashutte Yellow Gold German Pocket Watch c1897
A. Lange & Sohne Glashutte Yellow Gold German Pocket Watch c1897

A. Lange & Sohne Glashutte Yellow Gold German Pocket Watch c1897

By A. Lange & Söhne

Located in Cape May, NJ

A. Lange & Sohne Glashutte I/S 43mm German 14K Gold Pocket Watch Circa 1897. The watch is in

Category

Antique 1890s German Pocket Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Antoine Freres Lady's Rose Gold Demi-Hunter Cased Pendant Watch circa 1890
Antoine Freres Lady's Rose Gold Demi-Hunter Cased Pendant Watch circa 1890

Antoine Freres Lady's Rose Gold Demi-Hunter Cased Pendant Watch circa 1890

Located in Firenze, IT

18k rose gold lady's demi-hunter cased pendant watch with black enamel chapter ring to the front

Category

Antique 1890s Swiss Victorian Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage Elgin Pocket Watch, Yellow Gold-Plated, Case, Year 1893, 7 Jewel
Vintage Elgin Pocket Watch, Yellow Gold-Plated, Case, Year 1893, 7 Jewel

Vintage Elgin Pocket Watch, Yellow Gold-Plated, Case, Year 1893, 7 Jewel

By Elgin

Located in San Diego, CA

Vintage Elgin Pocket Watch, Yellow Gold Plated, 52 mm Case, Year 1893, Seven Jewel, Size 16s, Model

Category

Antique 1890s American Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold Plate, Yellow Gold

Viennese Ladies 18 Karat Gold Enamel and Diamonds Pocket Watch, circa 1900
Viennese Ladies 18 Karat Gold Enamel and Diamonds Pocket Watch, circa 1900

Viennese Ladies 18 Karat Gold Enamel and Diamonds Pocket Watch, circa 1900

Located in Vienna, AT

Elegant Key-wind Ladie's Pocket Watch 18 Karat yellow gold, engraved case with black and gold

Category

Antique 1890s Austrian Art Nouveau Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Antique French Enamel and Gold Beetle Watch Circa 1890
Antique French Enamel and Gold Beetle Watch Circa 1890

Antique French Enamel and Gold Beetle Watch Circa 1890

Located in New York, NY

This is a gorgeous Antique 18kt Gold, Enamel, and Diamond Beetle Watch, made in France, the finely

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Victorian Watch Pin
Victorian Watch Pin

Victorian Watch Pin

Located in Towson, MD

One sterling silver vermeil pin and watch measuring 2 inches long and just over 1 inch wide. The

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Antique 1890s Victorian Pocket Watches

Antique Yellow Gold Albert Watch Chain 1891
Antique Yellow Gold Albert Watch Chain 1891

Antique Yellow Gold Albert Watch Chain 1891

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

jewellery and estate jewelry collections. This exceptional, fine and impressive antique watch chain has

Category

Antique 1890s British Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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

Category

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

Category

Antique 1890s Swiss Victorian Pocket Watches

Materials

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

S. Katz Geneve. A Rare Gold Half Hunter Minute Repeater C1890
S. Katz Geneve. A Rare Gold Half Hunter Minute Repeater C1890

S. Katz Geneve. A Rare Gold Half Hunter Minute Repeater C1890

Located in Mayfair, London, London

S. Katz Geneve. A Rare Heavy 18ct Yellow Gold Half Hunter Minute Repeater Pocket Watch. C1890

Category

Antique 1890s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Art Nouveau Floral Pocket Watch of 14k Gold
Art Nouveau Floral Pocket Watch of 14k Gold

Art Nouveau Floral Pocket Watch of 14k Gold

Located in Lewisburg, PA

Art Nouveau Diamond Watch Brooch (c. 1890-1900) A masterwork of the Art Nouveau era, this antique

Category

Antique 1890s Art Nouveau Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

14k Rose Gold Victorian Pocket Watch Chain Ca 1890
14k Rose Gold Victorian Pocket Watch Chain Ca 1890

14k Rose Gold Victorian Pocket Watch Chain Ca 1890

Located in Lexington, KY

This detailed 14k yellow gold pocket watch chain comes from the Victorian era, ca 1890. The chain

Category

Antique 1890s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

1891 Waltham Ladies Hunting Case Pocket Watch
1891 Waltham Ladies Hunting Case Pocket Watch

1891 Waltham Ladies Hunting Case Pocket Watch

By American Waltham Watch Co.

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

1891 Waltham Ladies Hunting Case Pocket Watch. 14k yellow gold filled. Case #6590704 by Keystone

Category

Antique 1890s American Aesthetic Movement Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Gold

Antique French Red Glass Pocket Watch Box, circa 1890
Antique French Red Glass Pocket Watch Box, circa 1890

Antique French Red Glass Pocket Watch Box, circa 1890

Located in Bath, GB

A pretty antique French pocket watch box, made from a deep red glass and lined with a rich Burgundy

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Antique Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Carriage Clocks and Trav...

Materials

Glass

Antique English Brass and Sterling Silver "Pocket Watch" Compass, circa 1890
Antique English Brass and Sterling Silver "Pocket Watch" Compass, circa 1890

Antique English Brass and Sterling Silver "Pocket Watch" Compass, circa 1890

Located in Bath, GB

A most unusual pocket compass created in the form of a pocket watch, the case being made from

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Scientific Instruments

Materials

Sterling Silver, Brass

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

Gold Pocket Watch Chain Necklace
Gold Pocket Watch Chain Necklace

Gold Pocket Watch Chain Necklace

Located in Vienna, AT

Most elegant golden chain of pocket watch. GOLD (14 CARAT GOLD / 585) Skipping ring and

Category

Antique 1890s Austrian Late Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold

Antique Sterling Silver Pocket Watch Holder - London 1898
Antique Sterling Silver Pocket Watch Holder - London 1898

Antique Sterling Silver Pocket Watch Holder - London 1898

By William Comyns

Located in London, London

Pocket Watch Holder, is plain in style, featuring a leather back, and a push button to open the case and

Category

Antique 1890s English Victorian Carriage Clocks and Travel Clocks

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Gold Hammered Bar Rolo Link Pocket Watch Chain Bracelet
Antique Victorian Gold Hammered Bar Rolo Link Pocket Watch Chain Bracelet

Antique Victorian Gold Hammered Bar Rolo Link Pocket Watch Chain Bracelet

Located in Montclair, NJ

Material: Solid 9k Yellow Gold Weight: 10.42 Grams Chain Type: Hammered Rolo Link Chain Length: 7 Inches Chain Thickness: 6.6mm Clasp: Dog Clip & Bar Bar Length: 37.5mm (1.4") Insi...

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Antique 1890s Victorian Link Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Waltham Watch Co. 14 Karat Yellow Gold Seaside Pocket Watch
Waltham Watch Co. 14 Karat Yellow Gold Seaside Pocket Watch

Waltham Watch Co. 14 Karat Yellow Gold Seaside Pocket Watch

By Waltham Watch Company

Located in Mount Kisco, NY

Circa 1898, fourteen carat yellow gold Waltham Watch Co. Seaside Pocket Watch model 1890, in size

Category

Antique 1890s American Pocket Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Illinois Silver Hunters Case Pocket Watch from 1893 with Pocket Watch Chain
Illinois Silver Hunters Case Pocket Watch from 1893 with Pocket Watch Chain

Illinois Silver Hunters Case Pocket Watch from 1893 with Pocket Watch Chain

By Illinois Watch Company

Located in Long Beach, CA

Pocket Watch was produced by the legendary American house, the Illinois Watch Company. The case is hand

Category

Antique 1890s American Pocket Watches

Materials

Silver

Patek Philippe Triple Signed Yellow Gold Pocket Watch, 1890
Patek Philippe Triple Signed Yellow Gold Pocket Watch, 1890

Patek Philippe Triple Signed Yellow Gold Pocket Watch, 1890

By Patek Philippe

Located in Southampton, PA

18k yellow gold triple signed pocket watch by Patek Philippe 1890. Works great, a must have

Category

Antique 1890s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rose Gold Open Faced Pocket Watch circa 1890

Rose Gold Open Faced Pocket Watch circa 1890

Located in Firenze, IT

open faced pocket watch, with hinged double case back, crown winding and setting, enamel dial with

Category

Antique 1890s Swiss Edwardian Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique American Waltham Hunter Pocket Watch
Antique American Waltham Hunter Pocket Watch

Antique American Waltham Hunter Pocket Watch

By American Waltham Watch Co.

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Antique American Waltham Hunter Pocket Watch, 15-jewel movement, serial number 5703127, size 6s

Category

Antique 1890s American Gilded Age Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Waltham Seaside Display Back Brass Antique Pocket Watch
Waltham Seaside Display Back Brass Antique Pocket Watch

Waltham Seaside Display Back Brass Antique Pocket Watch

By Waltham Watch Company

Located in Mount Kisco, NY

Seaside Brass Pocket Watch is great find. Has a white face and Arabic numerals. The case size is 45mm and

Category

Antique 1890s American Pocket Watches

Materials

Brass

Waltham Yellow Gold Filled Art Nouveau Hunters Case Pocket Watch from, 1893
Waltham Yellow Gold Filled Art Nouveau Hunters Case Pocket Watch from, 1893

Waltham Yellow Gold Filled Art Nouveau Hunters Case Pocket Watch from, 1893

By Waltham Watch Company

Located in Long Beach, CA

delay shipping for a few days of course. This wonderful hand engraved pocket watch represents an early

Category

Antique 1890s American Art Nouveau Pocket Watches

Waltham Yellow Gold Filled Open Faced Pocket Watch with Enamel Dial from 1897
Waltham Yellow Gold Filled Open Faced Pocket Watch with Enamel Dial from 1897

Waltham Yellow Gold Filled Open Faced Pocket Watch with Enamel Dial from 1897

By Waltham Watch Company

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Open Faced Pocket Watch METAL / MATERIAL

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Antique 1890s North American Art Nouveau Pocket Watches

Pocket Watch Hunting Case 14K Multi Color Gold Superior Waltham GIANT 1896
Pocket Watch Hunting Case 14K Multi Color Gold Superior Waltham GIANT 1896

Pocket Watch Hunting Case 14K Multi Color Gold Superior Waltham GIANT 1896

By American Waltham Watch Co.

Located in Dearborn, MI

Genuine Original Antique from 1896 Waltham GIANT Pocket Watch 17 Jewel 14K Multi Color Gold

Category

Antique 1890s Victorian Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold

Ladies Pocket Watch Pendant Le Roy Enamel Gold French Original Case, 1890
Ladies Pocket Watch Pendant Le Roy Enamel Gold French Original Case, 1890

Ladies Pocket Watch Pendant Le Roy Enamel Gold French Original Case, 1890

By Julien Le Roy

Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv

Pocket Watch Pendant Le Roy Ladies Painted Enamel Gold French in Original Case. Le Roy French

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, Enamel

Vacheron & Constantin 18kt. Yellow Gold Pocket Watch
Vacheron & Constantin 18kt. Yellow Gold Pocket Watch

Vacheron & Constantin 18kt. Yellow Gold Pocket Watch

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Braintree, GB

Vacheron & Constantin 18kt. yellow gold pocket watch. Fully hallmarked 18kt gold. Fully

Category

Antique 1890s Unknown Pocket Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Elgin Gold Filled Manual Winding Pocket Watch Ref 113 c1880s
Elgin Gold Filled Manual Winding Pocket Watch Ref 113 c1880s

Elgin Gold Filled Manual Winding Pocket Watch Ref 113 c1880s

By Elgin

Located in Dallas, TX

Elgin Gold Filled Pocket Watch Ref 113 - Manual winding; 11 jewels. Gold filled Hunter case size 0

Category

Antique 1890s American Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Antique Vacheron Constantin Yellow Gold Pocket Watch, 1894
Antique Vacheron Constantin Yellow Gold Pocket Watch, 1894

Antique Vacheron Constantin Yellow Gold Pocket Watch, 1894

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Southampton, PA

18k yellow gold hunting cased 49mm pocket watch by Vacheron Constantin. Circa 1894. This watch

Category

Antique 1890s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold

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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 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 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 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    To identify a railroad pocket watch, first determine how you set and wind it. Most pocket watches have winding knobs, but railroad-grade timepieces were all made to be lever-set. To wind and set them, it's necessary to remove the bezel, so if your pocket watch has a winding knob, it's unlikely to be railroad-grade. There were also regulations concerning the numbers. All railroad-grade watches will have large black hour markers in Arabic, not Roman, numerals. Maker's markings may also provide a clue. Some well-known makers of railroad-grade pocket watches include Elgin, Hamilton, Waltham and E. Howard. For an expert opinion on your timepiece, have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer evaluate it. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of railroad pocket watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    The easiest way to identify your Elgin pocket watch is to enter the serial number into an authoritative online database. To find the serial number, open the timepiece and look at the inner movement. On 1stDibs, find a selection of expertly vetted Elgin pocket watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To open an Illinois pocket watch, take it to a watch repair shop or a jeweler. Experts advise against attempting to open pocket watches on your own because doing so without the proper tools can damage the timepieces. On 1stDibs, find a range of Illinois pocket watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To use a pocket watch chain, first attach one end to the fob of your watch. Then, tuck the watch into the watch pocket of your jacket. Thread the free end of the chain through your jacket buttonhole. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of pocket watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A watch fob is the name for a pocket watch chain. It's utilized to make the pocket watch more accessible by providing a handle for the user to hold while taking it out of a vest or pant pocket. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of pocket watch chains.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, pocket watches can be a good investment. However, many factors can influence the value of a pocket watch, including the brand, the style and the mechanism that powers it. Also, how well you maintain and care for the watch impacts what it is worth. You'll find a collection of antique and vintage pocket watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Yes, pocket watches can be worth something. A pocket watch's value depends on its age, rarity, and brand. The watch's brand name is the main factor in determining price.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024
    The answer to who makes Elgin pocket watches is a little complicated. In 1968, the Elgin National Watch Company closed and stopped producing its watches. However, the owners opted to license the Elgin name to other companies, allowing them to make their own watches that bear the brand’s name. The license changed hands a few times and, as of 2024, was the property of MZ Berger Inc. This company manufactures and sells Elgin pocket watches and wristwatches in China. These timepieces feature Japanese-made movements and bear little resemblance to the original pocket watches produced by Elgin. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Elgin watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024
    Rockford pocket watches were made in Rockford, Illinois. The company opened in 1874 and produced pocket watches that quickly became known for their elaborate dials. In 1915, the Rockford Watch Company ceased operations due to financial problems. Shop an assortment of Rockford Watch Company pocket watches on 1stDibs.
  • 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.