What is a pocket watch pocket called?

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.

What is a Fusee pocket watch?

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.

What is a pocket watch fob?

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.

How do I store pocket watches?

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.

What is the best pocket watch?

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.

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.

What is a hunter pocket watch?

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.

How can I speed up my pocket watch?

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.

What is a half hunter pocket watch?

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.

What is a full hunter pocket watch?

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.

What is a minute repeater pocket watch?

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.

What is a key wind pocket watch?

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.

How do I open a Howard pocket watch?

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.

What are pocket watch chains called?

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.

Does Rolex make pocket watches?

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.

How can I tell the year of a pocket watch?

The best way to determine the year of a pocket watch is to identify and look up the serial number. Pocket watch serial numbers can be located inside the watch once you remove or open the back cover of the watch. Shop a wide range of pocket watches on 1stDibs.

How do I open a Hamilton pocket watch?

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.

How do I know if my pocket watch is valuable?

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.

What is a 17 jewel pocket watch?

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.

What size is a ladies pocket watch?

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.

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By IWC

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By Longines

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By Longines

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By Theodore B. Starr

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By J.E. Caldwell & Co.

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By Longines

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By Elgin

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By Eberhard & Co.

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By Elgin

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By Omega

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By Gruen

Located in Raleigh, NC

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By Omega

Located in Raleigh, NC

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By Patek Philippe for Tiffany & Co.

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By J.W. Benson

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Located in Holland, PA

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Tiffany & Co. 1918 Art Deco Watch Necklace in Platinum with 4.03ctw Diamonds

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H 1.46 in W 0.87 in D 0.21 in Dm 36 in L 36 in

Antique 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond and Sapphire Locket Charm / Pendant

Located in McLeansville, NC

features a pocket watch design set with an old European cut diamond in the center and two curved stations

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Vintage 1910s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond and Sapphire Locket Charm / Pendant

Vacheron & Constantin Yellow Gold Black Enamel Pocket Watch and Watch Chain

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Frederick, MD

·Item: 18K 1915 Vacheron Constantin Geneva Black Enamel w/ Fob Pocket Watch Yellow Gold ·Era

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Vintage 1910s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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14k Gold

Elgin 18 Size 14K YG Box Hinge Doctor's Pocketwatch Circa 1915

Edwardian Platinum&Diamond Pendant-Watch on Platinum&Pearl Chain

Located in New York City, NY

This is an Edwardian Platinum and Diamond Pendant-Watch with Platinum and Pearl Chain Dial signed

Edwardian Platinum&Diamond Pendant-Watch on Platinum&Pearl Chain

IWC Pocket Watch 568502, White Dial, Certified and Warranty

By IWC

Located in Miami, FL

IWC Pocket Watch Reference #: 568502. Mens Mechanical Hand Wind Watch Yellow Gold White 52 MM

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Vintage 1910s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

IWC Pocket Watch 568502, White Dial, Certified and Warranty

Dm 2.05 in

Howard Gold Plate Series 9 Rare Antique Pocket Watch, 1915

Located in Metairie, LA

From an eccentric watch collector’s estate. This antique pocket watch is over 100 years old. For

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Vintage 1910s American Art Deco Pocket Watches

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Gold Plate

Howard Gold Plate Series 9 Rare Antique Pocket Watch, 1915

Longines Yellow Gold Westminster Chime Carillon Minute Repeating Pocket Watch

By Longines

Located in Chicago, IL

, 18K gold, hunting-cased, keyless pocket watch with carillon Westminster chime minute-repeating

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Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Longines Yellow Gold Westminster Chime Carillon Minute Repeating Pocket Watch

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1915 Pocket Watch For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate 1915 pocket watch for your needs in our varied inventory. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, Yellow Gold and 14k Gold — can elevate any look. A 1915 pocket watch from Elgin, Patek Philippe and Hamilton — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. Most of our 1915 pocket watch for sale are for men, but there are 7 pieces available to browse for women.

How Much is a 1915 Pocket Watch?

On average, a 1915 pocket watch at 1stDibs sells for $3,575, while they’re typically $751 on the low end and $8,500 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Finding the Right Watches for You

Records show that, in Europe, by the 16th century, it was high time for portable clock devices. Right now, perhaps you’re shopping for your own. If so, find a vast range of fashionable and functional antique, new and classic vintage watches on 1stDibs.

While wall-mounted time tellers and grandfather clocks were much more convenient than the sundials of ancient history, watches were becoming crucial for an increasingly connected society whose members learned that the latest advancements in technology meant they could carry devices that kept time to within a minute a day. Tragically, the first pocket watches — albeit an improvement on the accessories that preceded them, which dangled from a chain worn around the neck — didn’t help much as far as accuracy or portability. Focused on style over substance, the upper class frequently carried lavish pieces that ran hours behind.

Eventually, watches migrated from owners’ pockets to their wrists. In the early days of watchmaking, watches were fragile enough that they necessitated protection from the elements. Now, wristwatches made of gold and steel can withstand the harshest climates — even 100 meters underwater, in the case of Rolex’s Submariner. Designer Gérald Genta, whose range of clients included Rolex, created for Audemars Piguet the first luxury sports timepiece to be made from stainless steel. First introduced in 1972, the Royal Oak was a perfect choice for blending the form and function that are now synonymous with sports watches.

Indeed, although exceedingly practical, the watches of today are far from bland. Bulgari’s iconic Serpenti watch was on everyone’s list after the collection’s bold bracelet, which technically debuted after the timepiece, graced the wrist of actress Elizabeth Taylor. If anything, elaborately crafted timepieces — the unmistakably boxy silhouette of Cartier Tank watches, the elegant and minimal Calatrava designed by legendary Swiss house Patek Philippe — are even more effective than the shape we associate with traditional watches. You’ll always know what time it is because you won’t be able to tear your eyes away from your new accessory.

Form watches — the all-encompassing moniker bestowed upon non-round watches — are making headlines and completing contemporary fashionable ensembles the world over. At the same time, both casual fans and careful collectors are drawn to the unbeatable charm of vintage styles, such as the icons designed by Omega that even James Bond can’t resist.

When shopping for a watch, it’s good to keep your needs as well as your specific personal style in mind: A smaller, subtle timepiece is a good fit for small wrists. When will you be wearing your new accessory? There’s a versatile model out there for everyday wear, while a rugged, feature-heavy watch is a safe bet if you’re prone to embarking on all-weather activities in the great outdoors.

Find exactly what you’re looking for in an unparalleled collection of antique, new and vintage watches on 1stDibs — we promise it will be worth your time.

Questions About 1915 Pocket Watch

What is a pocket watch pocket called?
1 Answer
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.
What is a Fusee pocket watch?
1 Answer
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.
What is a pocket watch fob?
1 Answer
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.
How do I store pocket watches?
1 Answer
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.
What is the best pocket watch?
1 Answer
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.
Did they have pocket watches in the 1800s?
1 Answer
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.
What is a hunter pocket watch?
1 Answer
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.
How can I speed up my pocket watch?
1 Answer
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.
What is a half hunter pocket watch?
1 Answer
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.
What is a full hunter pocket watch?
1 Answer
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.
What is a minute repeater pocket watch?
1 Answer
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.
What is a key wind pocket watch?
1 Answer
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.
How do I open a Howard pocket watch?
1 Answer
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.
What are pocket watch chains called?
1 Answer
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.
Does Rolex make pocket watches?
1 Answer
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.
How can I tell the year of a pocket watch?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The best way to determine the year of a pocket watch is to identify and look up the serial number. Pocket watch serial numbers can be located inside the watch once you remove or open the back cover of the watch. Shop a wide range of pocket watches on 1stDibs.
How do I open a Hamilton pocket watch?
1 Answer
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.
How do I know if my pocket watch is valuable?
1 Answer
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.
What is a 17 jewel pocket watch?
1 Answer
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.
What size is a ladies pocket watch?
1 Answer
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.

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