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Ball Watch Co. Open Faced Railroad Pocket Watch circa 1920
By Ball Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Ball Watch Co.
STYLE / REFERENCE: Open Faced High Grade Railroad Pocket Watch
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Vintage Illinois Gold-Filled Pocket Watch
By Illinois Watch Company
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Illinois gold-filled pocket watch.
Open face, Size 12, Model 117 jewel double roller mechanism, 3/4
Category
Vintage 1920s Pocket Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Patek Philippe & Co. Yellow Gold Open Face Pocket Watch, circa 1920
By Patek Philippe
Located in Dallas, TX
Patek Philippe & Co. 18K Gold Open Face Pocket Watch - Manual movement. 18K Yellow Gold Case
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Pocket Watches
Illinois Two Tone Gold Filled Art Deco Opened Faced Pocket Watch from 1922
By Illinois Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ Pocket Watch
METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow and White Gold Heavy Gold Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1922
DIMENSIONS
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Pocket Watches
Illinois Gold Filled Art Deco Pocket Watch with Rare Hammered Case and Red Dial
By Illinois Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
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LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT
This is one of the most unusual Illinois pocket watches I have ever seen. The
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Longines 14kt Yellow Gold Open Face Chronograph Pocket Watch from 1920's
By Longines
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Longines Watch Co.
STYLE / REFERENCE: Chronograph / High Grade Movement
METAL
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Cartier 18Kt. Yellow Gold Art Deco Open Faced Pocket Watch Hand Made 1920's
By Cartier
Located in Long Beach, CA
Hands
ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: 18Kt. and Platinum Gold Pocket Watch Chain Supplied
WARRANTY: 18 months on
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Antique 18K Gold Lépine Pocket Watch
Located in Vannes, FR
Antique Lépine Pocket Watch in 18 Carat Gold - Enamel Dial and Roman Numerals
Material: Yellow
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Art Deco Enamel Pocket Watch
By Mido
Located in New York, NY
An Art Deco pocket watch featuring intricate enamel work on both sides. Circa 1920s.
Category
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
Enamel
Tiffany Art Deco Pocket Watch By Audemars Piguet
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
A beautiful and rare octagon shaped pocket by Audemars Piguet for Tiffany. Rare in platinum and
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches
Vacheron Constantin White Gold Pocket Watch
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920s Vacheron Constantin Pocket Watch, 45 M.M. x 6 M.M. thick 18k White Gold 4 piece
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Company Patek Philippe Antique Yellow Gold Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920 Patek Philippe for Tiffany & company Pocket watch, 45 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 4 piece case
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vacheron & Constantin Vintage Yellow Gold Pocket Watch
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920s Vacheron & Constantin Pocket watch, 44 M.M. 14k Yellow Gold 3 Piece case with inside
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe 1920s White Gold Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920s Patek Philippe Pocket Watch, 43 M.M. 18k White Gold 3 piece case. 18 Jewel Nickle lever
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold
Men's Burlington 14K Gold Filled Pocket Watch
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Burlington 14k white gold filled pocket watch.
Open face, size 12, Model A.
Double roller, 21
Category
Vintage 1920s Pocket Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Gold-filled
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Vintage Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920s Patek Philippe Pocket Watch, 45 M.M. X 9 M.M. thick 18K Yellow Gold 3 piece hinged case
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
18k Gold
1870 - 1920 Monte Ancre 14ct Gold 15 Jewels Swiss Made Pocket Watch Open Faced
Located in Kenley surrey, GB
This 1870–1920 Monte Ancre 14ct Gold 15 Jewels Swiss-Made Open-Faced Pocket Watch is a beautifully
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Pocket Watches
Vintage Tiffany & Co. 18k Yellow Gold Pocket Watch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Providence, RI
This 18k gold Tiffany & Co. pocket watch, crafted by the renowned Agassiz Watch Co. of Switzerland
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Longines Chronograph Minute Repeater 18K Gold Pocket Watch, Extract from Archive
By Longines
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This extraordinary & extremely rare antique pocket watch
by Longines is a Minute Repeater
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Paul Ditisheim Montre Hamlet Silver Skull Pocket Watch
By Paul Ditisheim
Located in Narberth, PA
this fabulous watch!
Made of silver, the large sized pocket watch forms the shape of a realistic, 3
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Victorian Pocket Watches
Materials
Silver
Cartier EWC Gold and Enamel 1920s Pocket Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920s Cartier pocket Watch, 46 MM Diameter and 4.5 MM thick 18K Yellow Gold 2 piece case
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Antique 14k Gold Enamel Decorated Pendant Pocket Watches
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight 17.8 grams.
The enamels on the clock were restored again.
Please contact for any questions.
Category
Vintage 1920s European Art Nouveau Pocket Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Enamel
Longines Yellow Gold Enamel Decagon Shape Open Faced Pocket Watch
By Longines
Located in Firenze, IT
covered by the seller (customs duties included).
Case number 1535971, made 1920’s
14Kt yellow gold
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Vintage Patek Philippe Pocket Watch Pendant Platinum Estate Jewelry
By Patek Philippe
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A Patek Philippe open face square pocket watch with a platinum case.
The dial has black Roman
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
Platinum
Rare Vacheron Constantin 18ct Gold Keyless Lever Open Face Pocket Watch C 1920s
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Mayfair, London, London
unusual and rare pocket watches to his clientele. This watch is rare as the design is based on an A.Lange
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
Vacheron & Constantin Platinum Square Pocket Watch Retailed by Tiffany & Co.
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Stamford, CT
Rare and unusual platinum square Vacheron & Constantin Art Deco pocket watch, retailed by Tiffany
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
Platinum
$7,995 Sale Price
20% Off
Black Starr & Frost 14 Karat Gold Art Deco Pocket Watch with Engraved Dial
By Black, Starr & Frost
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ Pocket Watch
METAL / MATERIAL: 14kt Solid Yellow Gold
CIRCA: 1920's
DIMENSIONS: Diameter 41mm
MOVEMENT
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
14k Gold
Duke of Wellington Medal Pocket Watch Silver with Chain, 1930
Located in Berkeley, CA
Lovely and chic pocket watch to the effigy of HRH Duke of Wellington, the date is around 1930. The
Category
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
Silver
$2,800
H 0.21 in W 0.21 in D 0.04 in Dm 0.17 in
Vacheron Constantin Gold Keyless Lever Open Face Pocket Watch C1920s
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Mayfair, London, London
Vacheron Constantin. A 18ct Yellow Gold Keyless Lever Open face Pocket Watch C1920s
Dial: The
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Howard 14Kt Solid Gold Open Faced Pocket Watch 1925 Flawless Enamel Dial
By Howard
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Howard Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Open Faced Pocket Watch / Reference 12X14
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
Gold
Art Deco Masoniс Triangle Pyramid Gold Watch Levrette Swiss, 1920
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Art Deco Masoniс Triangle Pyramid Gold Watch Levrette Swiss, 1920
Extremely Rare Antique Masoniс
Category
Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
Gold
Elgin Pocket Watch Silverode Heavy Working 7 Jewel Year 1921, 59mm Open Case
By Elgin
Located in San Diego, CA
Elgin 1921 pocket watch with a 59mm case made of silverode and is 20mm thick. Heavy watch with a
Category
Vintage 1920s American Modern Pocket Watches
Materials
Silver
$648
D 0.79 in Dm 2.33 in
Longines for Birks Open Faced Pocket Watch with Original Dial, circa 1921
By Birks
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Longines for Birks of Canada
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Open Faced Pocket Watch
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches
Patek Philippe Vintage Yellow Gold Fancy Chased Case Porcelain Dial Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920s Patek Philippe Pocket watch, 45 M.M. 3 Piece 18k Yellow Gold case with Gold inside
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Elgin White Gold Filled Art Deco Pocket Watch from 1923 with Matching Chain
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
months on the movement
LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT
This watch is supplied with a vintage pocket watch
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Vintage Patek Philippe 14k Gold Travel Clock Pendant Pocket Watch Estate Jewelry
By Patek Philippe
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A rare Patek Philippe 14k gold travel clock pendant pocket watch.
The watch is circa 1920s and
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
White Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
$12,900
H 1.5 in W 1.5 in
Elgin Solid 14Kt. White Gold Pocket Watch with Famous Jewelry Store Enamel Dial
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
, Elgin was producing over two million watches per year, more than any other watch factory in the world
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
14k Gold, White Gold
Platinum and Diamond Open Face Pocket Watch, Paul Ditisheim, La Chaux-de-Fonds
By Paul Ditisheim
Located in New York, NY
This vintage diamond open face pocket watch is rendered in platinum, weighs 62.11 grams and
Category
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
$6,528 Sale Price
20% Off
Dm 1.74 in
Howard 14Kt. Solid White Gold Art Deco Pocket Watch with Kiln Fired Enamel Dial
By Howard
Located in Long Beach, CA
Company was acquired by the Keystone Watch Case Company. Keystone continued to produce Howard watches
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
14k Gold
E.M. GATTLE Plat. Enamel Diamond Chain 18kYG Blue Enamel Pocket Watch Pendant
Located in New York, NY
an 18k yellow gold pendant watch. You will never be late with this beautifully crafted timepiece
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
Asprey 18ct Two Gold Art Deco Keyless Lever Open Face Dress Pocket Watch, C1920s
By Asprey
Located in Mayfair, London, London
Asprey. AN 18ct Two Colour Gold Art Deco Keyless Lever Open Face Dress Pocket Watch C1920s
Dial
Category
Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Elgin 15 B.W. Raymond Open Face Pocket Watch Gold Filled Grd 478 Sz 16s J21 Runs
By Elgin
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Elgin
Model: 15 B.W. Raymond
Movement: Mechanical
Number of Jewels: 21
Year: 1923
Dial Color: White
Grade: 478
Size: 16s
Metal Content: 14k White Gold Filled
Style: Open Fa...
Category
Vintage 1920s Pocket Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Gold-filled
Lancet Made in France for Famous Accessories House 1920's Art Deco
Located in Long Beach, CA
and Rubber
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 36mm X Diameter 31mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Pocket Watches
Stylized Art Deco Enameled Travel Clock In .925 Sterling ca' 1920's
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
A stylized Art Deco enamel and .925 sterling silver travel clock. Also it could be worn as a pendant. Dial marked "Corona Hnus", has a quality Swiss movement, mechanical hand winding.
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
$2,750
H 1.19 in W 0.99 in Dm 0.32 in
Rare Movado Early Maki-E Ermeto Manual Wind Purse Watch, circa 1929
By Movado
Located in Mayfair, London, London
Movado. A Rare and Early Maki-E Ermeto Manual Wind Purse or pocket Watch C1929
Dial: The original
Category
Vintage 1920s American Pocket Watches
Materials
Silver
White Gold Art Deco Converted Watch Pendant - 14k Vintage Not Running
By Elgin
Located in Greensboro, NC
): 1.8mm
Weight: 18 Grams
Stamps: Elgin
Condition: Pre-Owned
Condition Note: This vintage watch is not
Category
Vintage 1920s Pocket Watches
Materials
14k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. Art Deco Diamond Pearl and Platinum Pendant Watch, Circa 1925
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
to train, travel and import watches. He worked in the USA for Waltham Watch Co. He returned to
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Ulysse Nardin Steel Chronograph with Flawless Original Kiln Fired Enamel Dial
By Ulysse Nardin
Located in Long Beach, CA
fine a pocket watch we have ever seen, done by Nardin as one of their Crown Series. The watch looks new
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches
An Art-Deco c1925 Movado 935 Silver Chronometer Swiss Travel Clock
By Movado
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
piece comes in generic box,
accompanied by valuation / watch report
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
Silver
Omega Steel Open Faced Enamel Dial Pocket Watch from 1920's
By Omega
Located in Long Beach, CA
pocket watch sometime in the 1920's. Remarkably, the watch is still fitted with a flawless enamel dial
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Brock & Co 18Kt Solid Gold Pocket Wrist Watch 1920's
By Brock & Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Brock & Co.
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Pocket Wrist Watch
METAL / MATERIAL
Category
Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold
Tiffany & Co Art Deco Sterling Silver Oval Pocket Watch by Longines
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Boston, MA
Aston Estate Jewelry Presents:
An art deco Tiffany & Co. pocket watch crafted in sterling silver
Category
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Sterling Silver
$1,356 Sale Price
20% Off
Dm 1.78 in
Antique 1925's 18K Gold Vacheron & Constantin Geneve Pocket Watch
Located in Flushing, NY
Antique 1925's 18K Gold Vacheron & Constantin Geneve Pocket Watch
Marked:
V&C
VACHERON & CONSTANTIN
Category
Vintage 1920s Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Rosy Yellow Gold Unique Mariner Link 16.5" Pocket Watch Chain Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 9c Rosy Yellow Gold
Weight: 32.17 Grams
Chain Type: Unique Mariner Like Link
Chain Length: 16.5 Inches
Chain Width: 5.9mm
Chain Thickness: 5.9mm
Clasp: 2 Dog Clips ...
Category
Vintage 1920s Chain Necklaces
Materials
Yellow Gold
Native American Beaded Watch Fob with Crossed Flags, ca 1915-1920
Located in York County, PA
, circa 1915-1920’s
Native American beaded pocket watch fob with a silver ground, on which appears a
Category
Vintage 1910s American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia
Materials
Beads
Antique Art Deco 14k White Gold Engraved Squared Boxy Pocket Watch Chain Link
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: 14K Solid White Gold
Weight: 8.52 Grams
Chain Type: Engraved Squared Boxy Link
Chain Length: 14 Inches
Chain Thickness/Width: 1.7mm (at the bar links)
Clasp: Spring Ring & ...
Category
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Chain Necklaces
Materials
White Gold
Waltham Vintage Pockets Watch
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in Jackson Heights, NY
Waltham
Diameter= 55mm or 2 inches
Thickness= 15mm
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Condition= Good
Category
Vintage 1920s Pocket Watches
1920's Elgin Gold-Filled Antique Open Face Pocket Watch, Size 12
By Elgin
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Beautiful antique Elgin pocket watch with white dial.
Blue hands and a dedicated seconds dial.
Gold
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Nouveau Pocket Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
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1920 Pocket Watch For Sale on 1stDibs
You are likely to find exactly the 1920 pocket watch you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. Finding the perfect 1920 pocket watch may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 20th Century. Finding an appealing 1920 pocket watch — no matter the origin — is easy, but Patek Philippe, Cartier and Elgin each produced a popular version that is worth a look. A 1920 pocket watch can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Diamond rings, from our inventory of 29, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also old european cut cut and ball cut cut versions available here, too. Most of our 1920 pocket watch for sale are for men, but there are 171 pieces available to browse for women.
How Much is a 1920 Pocket Watch?
On average, a 1920 pocket watch at 1stDibs sells for $3,500, while they’re typically $50 on the low end and $128,000 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, vintage and luxury 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, vintage and luxury watches on 1stDibs that includes Cartier watches, Rolex watches, Patek Philippe watches and more — we promise it will be worth your time.
Questions About 1920 Pocket Watch
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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, 2022The 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 hunter pocket watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A 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, 2024The 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.
- What is the best pocket watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021The 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.
- How do I store pocket watches?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022How 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 a pocket watch fob?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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.
- What is a Fusee pocket watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A 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 ExpertMarch 22, 2022Yes, 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, 2021Yes, 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 ExpertSeptember 23, 2024To 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022To 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 ExpertMarch 22, 2022The 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, 2022To 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 ExpertOctober 19, 2021A 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.
- Who makes Elgin pocket watches?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024The 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, 2024Rockford 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 24, 2024To tell how old your pocket watch is, learn about its maker by conducting online research using trustworthy sources. For each maker, there is a set of characteristics used to date its timepieces. You may need to examine the maker's mark, serial number, model number, movement number, dial features or other aspects. If you run into any difficulty, consider having a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer assist you with the dating process. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of pocket watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024Elgin pocket watches are more than 150 years old. The first Elgin pocket watch debuted in 1867, and the Elgin National Watch Co. watchmaker continued to produce them until 1968. At the height of their popularity, Elgin pocket watches accounted for half of all pocket watches sold in the U.S. On 1stDibs, find a range of Elgin watches.
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