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18ct Yellow Gold 33mm Open Face Pocket Watch
18ct Yellow Gold 33mm Open Face Pocket Watch

18ct Yellow Gold 33mm Open Face Pocket Watch

Located in London, GB

This elegant pocket watch is a classic and timeless piece. The watch face is 33mm in diameter, with beautiful dial, roman numbers crafted in 18ct yellow gold, hand engraved, in full ...

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1850s Antique Watch Faces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Late Deco, 0.45ct Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Watch, c.1920s
Late Deco, 0.45ct Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Watch, c.1920s

Late Deco, 0.45ct Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Watch, c.1920s

Located in London, GB

This exuberant Late Deco cocktail watch is crafted in 18 carat yellow gold. A total of 0.45 carat round rubies and 0.25 carat in eight cut diamonds adorn the watch face cover creatin...

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1920s Unknown Antique Watch Faces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Marina J Edwardian Diamond, Enamel, Platinum, Gold Watch & Woven Pearl Bracelet
Marina J Edwardian Diamond, Enamel, Platinum, Gold Watch & Woven Pearl Bracelet

Marina J Edwardian Diamond, Enamel, Platinum, Gold Watch & Woven Pearl Bracelet

By Marina J.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The watch's face holds an iridescent list luster that is perfectly complimented by the Halo of cushion cut Diamonds which carry a thunderous shine.

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Late 19th Century Antique Watch Faces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Platinum, Enamel

Art Deco Curved Moeris Ladies Сheckered Enamel Watch Box Cross Fob, 1910
Art Deco Curved Moeris Ladies Сheckered Enamel Watch Box Cross Fob, 1910

Art Deco Curved Moeris Ladies Сheckered Enamel Watch Box Cross Fob, 1910

Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv

Well worth a fine jewelry collection. Stamp 18K; watch Face size: 1 3/4 x 1/2 in; gross weight 16 grams.

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1910s Swiss Art Deco Antique Watch Faces

Materials

Enamel

Ball Watch Co. Open Faced Railroad Pocket Watch circa  1920
Ball Watch Co. Open Faced Railroad Pocket Watch circa  1920

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 / METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled / Screw Off Bezel and Case Back CIRCA / YEAR:...

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1920s American Art Deco Antique Watch Faces

Materials

Gold-filled

Rockford Yellow Gold Filled Open Faced Pocket Watch from 1886
Rockford Yellow Gold Filled Open Faced Pocket Watch from 1886

Rockford Yellow Gold Filled Open Faced Pocket Watch from 1886

By Rockford Watch Company

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rockford Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Open Faced Pocket Watch METAL / MATERIAL: Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1886 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter 55mm MOVEMENT / CALIBE...

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1880s Swiss Early Victorian Antique Watch Faces

Waltham Size "O" 14KT Yellow Gold Triple Case Open Face Pocket Watch
Waltham Size "O" 14KT Yellow Gold Triple Case Open Face Pocket Watch

Waltham Size "O" 14KT Yellow Gold Triple Case Open Face Pocket Watch

By Waltham Watch Company

Located in valatie, NY

Waltham Size "O" 14KT Yellow Gold Triple Case Open Face Pocket Watch With Fleur de Lis Fob Pin. The case is hallmarked "WARRANTED 14K TO ASSAY" and "Leon W.C.

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Watch Faces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Swiss Sapphire and Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Lapel Watch
Antique Swiss Sapphire and Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Lapel Watch

Antique Swiss Sapphire and Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Lapel Watch

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

This antique watch is fitted with a circular 'antique white' face fitted with applied gold hour markers within a circular chapter ring denoting the minutes.

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Early 1900s Swazi Antique Watch Faces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Antique 1915 Hampden Watch Co Railway 15J 16s 14K Gold Filled Open Face Pocket
Antique 1915 Hampden Watch Co Railway 15J 16s 14K Gold Filled Open Face Pocket

Antique 1915 Hampden Watch Co Railway 15J 16s 14K Gold Filled Open Face Pocket

By Hampden Watch Company

Located in Miami, FL

An antique circa 1915 Hampden Watch Company Railway grade 15-jewel 16-size pocket watch in a 14K gold-filled Crescent 25-year open face case with an engraved body, white enamel dial ...

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1910s Antique Watch Faces

Materials

15k Gold

Illinois Two Tone Gold Filled Art Deco Opened Faced Pocket Watch from 1922
Illinois Two Tone Gold Filled Art Deco Opened Faced Pocket Watch from 1922

Illinois Two Tone Gold Filled Art Deco Opened Faced Pocket Watch from 1922

By Illinois Watch Company

Located in Long Beach, CA

The case is in exceptional condition and appears to be nearly unworn. Illinois watch company produced some of America's finest most dependable railroad watches.

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1920s American Art Deco Antique Watch Faces

Waltham Open Faced Gold Filled Pocket Watch Flawless Kiln Fired Enamel Dial 1892
Waltham Open Faced Gold Filled Pocket Watch Flawless Kiln Fired Enamel Dial 1892

Waltham Open Faced Gold Filled Pocket Watch Flawless Kiln Fired Enamel Dial 1892

By Waltham Watch Company

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: 18 Size METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1892 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter 55mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual ...

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1890s American Antique Watch Faces

Antique 14k White Gold Waltham Grade 1235 Size 12S 17j Open Face Pocket Watch
Antique 14k White Gold Waltham Grade 1235 Size 12S 17j Open Face Pocket Watch

Antique 14k White Gold Waltham Grade 1235 Size 12S 17j Open Face Pocket Watch

By American Waltham Watch Co.

Located in Montclair, NJ

Watchmaker: Waltham Watch Co. Movement: Waltham - Grade 1235 - Mechanical - Hand Wound - Stem Set - 17 Jewels - Size 12S - American-Made Movement Serial No.: 23743246 Case Maker: Wa...

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19th Century American Antique Watch Faces

Materials

White Gold

Antique 2.16 Carat Diamond and White Gold Cocktail Watch, circa 1925
Antique 2.16 Carat Diamond and White Gold Cocktail Watch, circa 1925

Antique 2.16 Carat Diamond and White Gold Cocktail Watch, circa 1925

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

This stunning antique diamond and platinum watch has a circular form. The wristwatch has a watch face displaying bold black Arabic numerals within a circular, minute marked chapter ...

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1920s Unknown Antique Watch Faces

Materials

Diamond, 9k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Platinum and 14K White Gold Diamond Pendant Watch with Sapphire Accents
Platinum and 14K White Gold Diamond Pendant Watch with Sapphire Accents

Platinum and 14K White Gold Diamond Pendant Watch with Sapphire Accents

Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY

A vibrant sapphire appears to be set within the watch face, adding a striking burst of color to this dazzling and functional accessory.

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1910s Antique Watch Faces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

A Very Rare 19th Century Silver Watch Walking Stick
A Very Rare 19th Century Silver Watch Walking Stick

A Very Rare 19th Century Silver Watch Walking Stick

Located in Dublin, IE

The watch's moulded and hinged silver lid opens upwards to reveal a striking enamelled watch face with an hour and minute dial with classic roman numerals and an elegant small second...

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19th Century English Antique Watch Faces

Materials

Silver, Enamel

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

Breguet Paris Closed Face Pocket Watch

By Breguet

Located in Stamford, CT

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

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1890s French Antique Watch Faces

Hampden 14K Yellow Gold Manual Hand Wind Elegant Unisex Pocket Watch
Hampden 14K Yellow Gold Manual Hand Wind Elegant Unisex Pocket Watch

Hampden 14K Yellow Gold Manual Hand Wind Elegant Unisex Pocket Watch

By Hampden Watch Company

Located in New York, NY

It is completed with a band that opens and closes with a . The face of this watch has break on the dial. This watch was produced in Estimated Production Year 1902.

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Early 1900s American Antique Watch Faces

Gruen Watch Company Open Faced Pocket Watch circa 1930s with Original Box
Gruen Watch Company Open Faced Pocket Watch circa 1930s with Original Box

Gruen Watch Company Open Faced Pocket Watch circa 1930s with Original Box

By Gruen

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Gruen Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Open Faced / Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow G.F CIRCA / YEAR: 1930's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter 43mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: ...

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1830s Swiss Art Deco Antique Watch Faces

XIX Century Open-Face Gold Pocket Watch R. Stewart
XIX Century Open-Face Gold Pocket Watch R. Stewart

XIX Century Open-Face Gold Pocket Watch R. Stewart

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

XIX Century Open-face Gold Pocket Watch R. STEWART, Argyle & Buchanan Sts., Glasgow, #16044.

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Late 19th Century Scottish Antique Watch Faces

Materials

Ruby, Gold

Patek Philippe & Cie. A Gold Open Face Pocket Watch C1914
Patek Philippe & Cie. A Gold Open Face Pocket Watch C1914

Patek Philippe & Cie. A Gold Open Face Pocket Watch C1914

By Patek Philippe

Located in Mayfair, London, London

Patek Philippe & Cie Genève. A Gold Open Face Keyless Lever Pocket Watch Retailed by Federico Tornotti Torino-Roma C1914.

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1910s Swiss Art Deco Antique Watch Faces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Touchon & Co. Art Nouveau Open Faced Pocket Watch, circa 1900s
Touchon & Co. Art Nouveau Open Faced Pocket Watch, circa 1900s

Touchon & Co. Art Nouveau Open Faced Pocket Watch, circa 1900s

Located in Long Beach, CA

LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This is a magnificent hand made watch by a premier old house. Touchon was a competirtor to Patek Philippe but they simply could not stay in business when...

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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Nouveau Antique Watch Faces

Patek Philippe XIX Century Open-Face 18k Gold Pocket Watch
Patek Philippe XIX Century Open-Face 18k Gold Pocket Watch

Patek Philippe XIX Century Open-Face 18k Gold Pocket Watch

By Patek Philippe

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

Patek Philippe XIX Century Open-Face Gold Pocket Watch dated January 13 1891 Serial number 96510 and contrast number 213206 Expressly made for JJ Freman Toledo, O Beautiful 43m/1.69...

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Late 19th Century Scottish Antique Watch Faces

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

XIX Century Open-Face Brittish Gold Pocket Watch F. Brooman
XIX Century Open-Face Brittish Gold Pocket Watch F. Brooman

XIX Century Open-Face Brittish Gold Pocket Watch F. Brooman

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

Great "open-face" Brittish pocket watch F. BROOMAN, Strand, London, N#614.

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Late 19th Century Antique Watch Faces

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Vacheron Constantin Gold Keyless Lever Open Face Pocket Watch C1920s
Vacheron Constantin Gold Keyless Lever Open Face Pocket Watch C1920s

Vacheron Constantin Gold Keyless Lever Open Face Pocket Watch C1920s

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A 18ct Yellow Gold Keyless Lever Open face Pocket Watch C1920s Dial: The fully signed Vacheron & Constantin Geneve- Suisse silver satin finished dial with gold Breguet numerals oute...

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1920s Swiss Antique Watch Faces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Louis Audemars Open Face Pocket Watch - Yellow Gold 18k Mechanical
Louis Audemars Open Face Pocket Watch - Yellow Gold 18k Mechanical

Louis Audemars Open Face Pocket Watch - Yellow Gold 18k Mechanical

Located in Greensboro, NC

Brand: Louis Audemars Movement: Mechanical Date: 1880 - 1881 Dial Color: White Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold Style: Open Face Features: Roman numerals marking the hours Sub dial...

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1880s Antique Watch Faces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Waltham Vanguard #1892 23 jewels RailRoad Antique Open Face Pocket Watch, c1901.
Waltham Vanguard #1892 23 jewels RailRoad Antique Open Face Pocket Watch, c1901.

Waltham Vanguard #1892 23 jewels RailRoad Antique Open Face Pocket Watch, c1901.

Located in MELBOURNE, AU

Fine & Very Rare, this pocket watch by Waltham Vanguard dates back to c1901 Referred as Railroad pocket watch, it boasts a high precision movement & was used by train conductors...

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Early 1900s American Edwardian Antique Watch Faces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Antique 1911 Silver Hamilton Open Face Pocket Watch with 17 Jewels
Antique 1911 Silver Hamilton Open Face Pocket Watch with 17 Jewels

Antique 1911 Silver Hamilton Open Face Pocket Watch with 17 Jewels

By Hamilton

Located in Wallkill, NY

Wonderful Hamilton open face Pocket Watch - Manufacturer Location: Lancaster, Pennsylvania -Movement Serial Number: 679688 - Mar 1, 1911 - Size: 18s - Jewels: 17j Jewel Setting: Scre...

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1910s American Art Nouveau Antique Watch Faces

Materials

Silver

Maret Geneve (Swiss) Antique XIXc 48mm Solid Silver Open Face Pocket Watch
Maret Geneve (Swiss) Antique XIXc 48mm Solid Silver Open Face Pocket Watch

Maret Geneve (Swiss) Antique XIXc 48mm Solid Silver Open Face Pocket Watch

Located in MELBOURNE, AU

Maret portraying Alexander II, czar of Russia (r. 1855–81) was exhibited at The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. This pocket watch dates back to circa 1850’s Despite the ag...

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1850s Swiss Victorian Antique Watch Faces

Materials

Silver

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-jewel high-grade movement, circa 1899.

Category

1890s American Antique Watch Faces

Materials

14k Gold

Antique Longines Swiss 14k Yellow Gold 44mm Detailed Open Face Pocket Watch
Antique Longines Swiss 14k Yellow Gold 44mm Detailed Open Face Pocket Watch

Antique Longines Swiss 14k Yellow Gold 44mm Detailed Open Face Pocket Watch

By Longines

Located in Montclair, NJ

Watchmaker: Longines Movement: Mechanical - 17 Jewels - 3 Adjustments - Hand Wound - Swiss-Made Case Maker: Wittnauer & Co. Case Type: Open Face Case Diameter; 44mm (1.7 inches) Case...

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19th Century Swiss Antique Watch Faces

Materials

Yellow Gold

18 Kt Solid Gold Pateck Geneve Spiral Breguet Open Face Pocket Watch
18 Kt Solid Gold Pateck Geneve Spiral Breguet Open Face Pocket Watch

18 Kt Solid Gold Pateck Geneve Spiral Breguet Open Face Pocket Watch

Located in Antwerp, BE

18 Kt Solid Gold Pateck Geneve Spiral Breguet Open Face Pocket Watch Dial: White Enamel dial with black Roman numerals ,2 Rose Cut Diamonds in hour & minute hands Case: Measurement...

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Early 20th Century Swiss Artisan Antique Watch Faces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Howard 14Kt Solid Gold Open Faced Pocket Watch 1925 Flawless Enamel Dial
Howard 14Kt Solid Gold Open Faced Pocket Watch 1925 Flawless Enamel Dial

Howard 14Kt Solid Gold Open Faced Pocket Watch 1925 Flawless Enamel Dial

By Howard

Located in Long Beach, CA

Keystone continued to produce Howard watches under the Howard brand name until 1935. By that time the great depression had taken its toll on all but the most robust watch companies.

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1920s American Art Deco Antique Watch Faces

Materials

Gold

Moricand & Degrange 18Kt. Yellow Gold and Enamel Open Faced Pocket Watch 1840's
Moricand & Degrange 18Kt. Yellow Gold and Enamel Open Faced Pocket Watch 1840's

Moricand & Degrange 18Kt. Yellow Gold and Enamel Open Faced Pocket Watch 1840's

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Moricand & Degrance, Geneve STYLE / REFERENCE: Open Faced Pocket Watch METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt. Yellow Gold & Enamel CIRCA / YEAR: 1830's / 40's DIMENSIONS /...

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1830s Swiss Antique Watch Faces

Howard Yellow Gold Filled Open Faced Pocket Watch with Original Enamel Dial 1918
Howard Yellow Gold Filled Open Faced Pocket Watch with Original Enamel Dial 1918

Howard Yellow Gold Filled Open Faced Pocket Watch with Original Enamel Dial 1918

By Howard

Located in Long Beach, CA

Keystone continued to produce Howard watches under the Howard brand name until 1935. By that time the great depression had taken its toll on all but the most robust watch companies.

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1910s Swiss Antique Watch Faces

Longines for Birks Open Faced Pocket Watch with Original Dial, circa 1921
Longines for Birks Open Faced Pocket Watch with Original Dial, circa 1921

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 METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1921 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diamete...

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1920s Swiss Art Deco Antique Watch Faces

Howard 14 Karat Solid White Gold Opened Faced Pocket Watch, circa 1920s
Howard 14 Karat Solid White Gold Opened Faced Pocket Watch, circa 1920s

Howard 14 Karat Solid White Gold Opened Faced Pocket Watch, circa 1920s

By E. Howard & Co.

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Howard Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: 10 Size METAL / MATERIAL: 14kt. Solid White Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter 43mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: M...

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Watch Faces

Materials

White Gold

Tiffany & Co. 18k Yellow Gold Swiss Movement White Face Pocket Watch circa 1900
Tiffany & Co. 18k Yellow Gold Swiss Movement White Face Pocket Watch circa 1900

Tiffany & Co. 18k Yellow Gold Swiss Movement White Face Pocket Watch circa 1900

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Towson, MD

An 18K yellow gold open face pocket watch with both the dial and movement signed "Tiffany & Co., New York," the movement additionally numbered 96333, circa 1900.

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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Watch Faces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Longines 14kt Yellow Gold Open Face Chronograph Pocket Watch from 1920's
Longines 14kt Yellow Gold Open Face Chronograph Pocket Watch from 1920's

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 / MATERIAL: 14Kt Solid Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1920 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 52mm x ...

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1920s Swiss Art Deco Antique Watch Faces

Materials

Yellow Gold

South Bend Open Faced Pocket Watch Gold Filled with Original Silvered Dial 1900
South Bend Open Faced Pocket Watch Gold Filled with Original Silvered Dial 1900

South Bend Open Faced Pocket Watch Gold Filled with Original Silvered Dial 1900

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: South Bend Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: 16 Size / Open Faced METAL / MATERIAL: White Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1920 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter 50mm MOVEMENT / ...

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1910s American Art Deco Antique Watch Faces

14k Yellow Gold Elgin Grade 345 Size 12S 17j Mechanical Open Face Pocket Watch
14k Yellow Gold Elgin Grade 345 Size 12S 17j Mechanical Open Face Pocket Watch

14k Yellow Gold Elgin Grade 345 Size 12S 17j Mechanical Open Face Pocket Watch

Located in Montclair, NJ

Watchmaker: Elgin Watch Co. Movement: Elgin - Model 3 - Grade 345 - Mechanical - Hand Wound - Stem Set - 17 Jewels - Size 12S - American-Made Movement Serial No.: 25951497 Case Maker...

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19th Century American Antique Watch Faces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Antique Elgin 14k Gold Grade 345 Size 12S 17j Mechanical Open Face Pocket Watch
Antique Elgin 14k Gold Grade 345 Size 12S 17j Mechanical Open Face Pocket Watch

Antique Elgin 14k Gold Grade 345 Size 12S 17j Mechanical Open Face Pocket Watch

Located in Montclair, NJ

Watchmaker: Elgin Watch Co. Movement: Elgin - Model 3 - Grade 345 - Mechanical - Hand Wound - Stem Set - 17 Jewels - Size 12S - American-Made Movement Serial No.: 24520445 Case Maker...

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19th Century American Antique Watch Faces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique E. Howard 14k White Gold Size 10S 21j Mechanical Open Face Pocket Watch
Antique E. Howard 14k White Gold Size 10S 21j Mechanical Open Face Pocket Watch

Antique E. Howard 14k White Gold Size 10S 21j Mechanical Open Face Pocket Watch

Located in Montclair, NJ

Watchmaker: E. Howard Watch Co. Movement: Mechanical - Hand Wound - Stem Set - 21 Jewels - Size 10S - American-Made Movement Serial No.: 4697 Case Maker: Keystone Case Material: Soli...

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19th Century American Antique Watch Faces

Materials

14k Gold, White Gold

Antique 14k Gold Lady Raymond Elgin Size 5/0S Mechanical Open Face Pocket Watch
Antique 14k Gold Lady Raymond Elgin Size 5/0S Mechanical Open Face Pocket Watch

Antique 14k Gold Lady Raymond Elgin Size 5/0S Mechanical Open Face Pocket Watch

Located in Montclair, NJ

Case Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Case Type: Open Face Case Serial No.: 5296589 Case Diameter: 29mm Weight: 19.4 Grams (Case and Movement) Condition: Antique, American-made pocket...

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19th Century American Antique Watch Faces

Materials

14k Gold

Rob Crook 18 Karat Yellow Gold Open Faced Keywind Pocket Watch, circa 1845
Rob Crook 18 Karat Yellow Gold Open Faced Keywind Pocket Watch, circa 1845

Rob Crook 18 Karat Yellow Gold Open Faced Keywind Pocket Watch, circa 1845

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rob Crook STYLE / REFERENCE: Open Face / Pocket Watch Keywind METAL / MATERIAL: 18kt Yellow Gold CIRCA: 1845 DIMENSIONS: Diameter 47mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Key Windi...

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Mid-18th Century Unknown Greek Revival Antique Watch Faces

Antique White Gold Diamond Ring Watch Circa 1890's
Antique White Gold Diamond Ring Watch Circa 1890's

Antique White Gold Diamond Ring Watch Circa 1890's

Located in Mayfair, London, London

The watch face is encased in an intricately hand-engraved white gold setting, highlighting the attention to detail that defines this piece.

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Mid-19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Watch Faces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Cartier 18Kt. Yellow Gold Art Deco Open Faced Pocket Watch Hand Made 1920's
Cartier 18Kt. Yellow Gold Art Deco Open Faced Pocket Watch Hand Made 1920's

Cartier 18Kt. Yellow Gold Art Deco Open Faced Pocket Watch Hand Made 1920's

By Cartier

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Cartier Jewelers STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Opened Faced METAL / MATERIAL: 18kt Yellow Gold and Enamel CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter 50mm MOVEME...

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1920s Swiss Art Deco Antique Watch Faces

Materials

Gold-filled

Baume Mercier 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ladies Wristwatch & Bracelet & Original Box
Baume Mercier 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ladies Wristwatch & Bracelet & Original Box

Baume Mercier 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ladies Wristwatch & Bracelet & Original Box

By Baume & Mercier

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

The watch is clearly signed on the face, crown and buckle of the bracelet with the markings for 18K.

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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Antique Watch Faces

Materials

Gold

18 Kt Gold E.J Dent London, Yellow Gold, Open Face Verge Pocket watch
18 Kt Gold E.J Dent London, Yellow Gold, Open Face Verge Pocket watch

18 Kt Gold E.J Dent London, Yellow Gold, Open Face Verge Pocket watch

Located in Antwerp, BE

E.J Dent London, Yellow Gold Open Face Verge Pocket watch Case: 18 Kt Solid Yellow Gold Diameter 45.5 mm, thickness 12.2 mm Total weight: 68.9 gram / 2.430 oz / 44.3 dwt

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19th Century British Artisan Antique Watch Faces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Howard 14Kt Solid White Gold Open Faced Pocket Watch circa 1925 with Enamel Dial
Howard 14Kt Solid White Gold Open Faced Pocket Watch circa 1925 with Enamel Dial

Howard 14Kt Solid White Gold Open Faced Pocket Watch circa 1925 with Enamel Dial

By Howard

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Howard Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt Solid White Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1925 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter 46mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manu...

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1920s American Art Deco Antique Watch Faces

Materials

White Gold

Bonnet 18kt. Solid Gold Open Faced Pocket Watch with Engine Turned Dial 1850's
Bonnet 18kt. Solid Gold Open Faced Pocket Watch with Engine Turned Dial 1850's

Bonnet 18kt. Solid Gold Open Faced Pocket Watch with Engine Turned Dial 1850's

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Bonnet STYLE / REFERENCE: Open Faced Pocket Watch METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt. Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1850 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter 39mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Key W...

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1850s Swiss Antique Watch Faces

J.E. Caldwell by I.W.C. 18Kt Yellow Gold Open Faced Art Deco Pocket Watch, 1930s
J.E. Caldwell by I.W.C. 18Kt Yellow Gold Open Faced Art Deco Pocket Watch, 1930s

J.E. Caldwell by I.W.C. 18Kt Yellow Gold Open Faced Art Deco Pocket Watch, 1930s

By IWC

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: International Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Open Faced / Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Yellow Gold and Enamel DIMENSIONS: Diameter 45mm CIRCA: 1920's / 1930's ...

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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Antique Watch Faces

Rare Painted Antique Lead Watchmaker’s Shop Sign
Rare Painted Antique Lead Watchmaker’s Shop Sign

Rare Painted Antique Lead Watchmaker’s Shop Sign

Located in Bridgeport, CT

An outstanding piece of Folk Art, this Pocket Watch form Lead sign has a painted face with Roman numerals in the 9:00 position.

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19th Century Folk Art Antique Watch Faces

Materials

Lead

Vintage Traditional 18kt Gold Tonneau Wrist Watch, circa 1930
Vintage Traditional 18kt Gold Tonneau Wrist Watch, circa 1930

Vintage Traditional 18kt Gold Tonneau Wrist Watch, circa 1930

By Junghans Uhren GmbH

Located in Barcelona, ES

The blued steel hands provide a striking contrast against the dial, while the mineral glass protects the watch face. The original leather strap ensures a comfortable fit.

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Early 1900s Spanish Antique Watch Faces

Materials

Metal

Birks & Sons Split Seconds Pocket Watch Watch 1920's Original Flawless Dial
Birks & Sons Split Seconds Pocket Watch Watch 1920's Original Flawless Dial

Birks & Sons Split Seconds Pocket Watch Watch 1920's Original Flawless Dial

By Henry Blank & Co.

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Henry Birks & Sons Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Split Seconds Open Faced Pocket Watch METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's DIMENSIONS /...

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1910s Canadian Antique Watch Faces

Stauffer & Co Silver Open Face Keyless Minute Repeater By Lebolt Chicago
Stauffer & Co Silver Open Face Keyless Minute Repeater By Lebolt Chicago

Stauffer & Co Silver Open Face Keyless Minute Repeater By Lebolt Chicago

Located in Mayfair, London, London

The Watchmaker Jeweller and Silversmith reported on the watches, chromometers and repeating watches exhibited by them at the Inventions Exhibition of 1885.

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19th Century Swiss Antique Watch Faces

Materials

Silver

International Watch Company, A Rare 14k Rose Gold Pocket Watch with B&P C1900
International Watch Company, A Rare 14k Rose Gold Pocket Watch with B&P C1900

International Watch Company, A Rare 14k Rose Gold Pocket Watch with B&P C1900

By IWC

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A Rare International Watch Company 14ct Rose Gold, Keyless Lever Open Face Pocket Watch 7 Chain with Original Box & Papers.

Category

Early 1900s Swiss Antique Watch Faces

Materials

14k Gold, Rose Gold

Fernando Wehrle Silver& Rose Gold Keyless Lever Minute Repeater Open Face Pocket
Fernando Wehrle Silver& Rose Gold Keyless Lever Minute Repeater Open Face Pocket

Fernando Wehrle Silver& Rose Gold Keyless Lever Minute Repeater Open Face Pocket

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A Silver and Rose Gold Keyless Lever Minute Repeater Open Face Pocket Watch C1900. Dial: The white enamel dial signed Fernando Wehrle Barcelona with Arabic numerals and outer minute...

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Early 20th Century Spanish Antique Watch Faces

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Patek Philippe and Tiffany & Co. Cloisonné Enamel Watch
Patek Philippe and Tiffany & Co. Cloisonné Enamel Watch

Patek Philippe and Tiffany & Co. Cloisonné Enamel Watch

By Patek Philippe for Tiffany & Co.

Located in New Orleans, LA

This masterful Patek Philippe open-face keyless watch represents the pinnacle of horological artistry through its extraordinary Tiffany & Co. case.

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1890s Antique Watch Faces

Materials

18k Gold, Enamel

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Piaget 18 Karat Gold Vintage Womens Watch
Piaget 18 Karat Gold Vintage Womens Watch

Piaget 18 Karat Gold Vintage Womens Watch

Unavailable

H 0.5 in L 6.25 in

Piaget 18 Karat Gold Vintage Womens Watch

By Piaget

Located in New York, NY

18K Gold Vintage Womens Piaget Watch Face - l.5 inches length 1inch width 60.5 Grams

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19th Century Antique Watch Faces

Materials

18k Gold

Elegant Edwardian Pendant Watch
Elegant Edwardian Pendant Watch

Elegant Edwardian Pendant Watch

Located in New York, NY

Elegant and very refined Edwardian pendant watch C 1910 in 18k green gold. The delicately scalloped form is echoed in the engine-turned ornamentation of the watch face.

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Early 20th Century Antique Watch Faces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold

18ct Gold Hunter Watch " American Watch Company " Waltham Mass USA c.1880
18ct Gold Hunter Watch " American Watch Company " Waltham Mass USA c.1880

18ct Gold Hunter Watch " American Watch Company " Waltham Mass USA c.1880

Located in London, GB

This offers up protection for the watch face, while also allowing the wearer to open up the back of the pocket watch and view the fascinating mechanical movements inside.

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1880s Central American Victorian Antique Watch Faces

Materials

18k Gold

Sterling Silver Victorian, 15 Jewel Manual Wind, Ibex Watch
Sterling Silver Victorian, 15 Jewel Manual Wind, Ibex Watch

Sterling Silver Victorian, 15 Jewel Manual Wind, Ibex Watch

Located in Aliso Viejo, CA

The Watch dial is marked IBEX The watch face is a nice size to enjoy the time with at nearly 20 mm.

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Mid-19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Watch Faces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Blancpain Rayville Movement 17 Jewels Gold Platinum Diamond Bracelet Watch
Blancpain Rayville Movement 17 Jewels Gold Platinum Diamond Bracelet Watch

Blancpain Rayville Movement 17 Jewels Gold Platinum Diamond Bracelet Watch

Located in Sherman Oaks, CA

Stunning gold and platinum twisted braid bracelet with Blancpain watch, accented with diamonds Made in France Expected date of manufacture: 1920's Metal: 18k yellow gold and platinum...

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1920s Antique Watch Faces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

GLYCINE Art Deco Platinum Ruby & Diamond Watch 2.50ctw
GLYCINE Art Deco Platinum Ruby & Diamond Watch 2.50ctw

GLYCINE Art Deco Platinum Ruby & Diamond Watch 2.50ctw

By Glycine

Located in Narberth, PA

A fabulous platinum, diamond, and ruby Glycine watch from the Art Deco (ca1920s) era! This gorgeous watch has a rectangle-shaped watch face, which is surrounded by a wonderful and fe...

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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Antique Watch Faces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Paillet Ladies Platinum Natural Pearl Hand Painted Wristwatch
Paillet Ladies Platinum Natural Pearl Hand Painted Wristwatch

Paillet Ladies Platinum Natural Pearl Hand Painted Wristwatch

By PAILLET

Located in Calabasas, CA

The watch measures 6 1/2 inches long and the face measures 1 1/2 inches long x 1 1/4 inches wide.

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Early 1900s French Edwardian Antique Watch Faces

Materials

Natural Pearl, Platinum

Louis Audemars & Cie Victorian Hunter Case Enamel Pocket Watch
Louis Audemars & Cie Victorian Hunter Case Enamel Pocket Watch

Louis Audemars & Cie Victorian Hunter Case Enamel Pocket Watch

Located in Narberth, PA

When opened, the encasement has several hinged compartments, revealing the watch face, decorative dust case, and working watch movement inside.

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1880s Swiss Late Victorian Antique Watch Faces

Materials

14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian French 2 Carat Rose Cut Diamond Star Pocket Watch
Victorian French 2 Carat Rose Cut Diamond Star Pocket Watch

Victorian French 2 Carat Rose Cut Diamond Star Pocket Watch

Unavailable

H 1.25 in D 0.5 in Dm 0.34 in

Victorian French 2 Carat Rose Cut Diamond Star Pocket Watch

Located in Narberth, PA

The watch face measures nearly 3/4" in diameter. The piece is 1/2" at its deepest.

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1880s French Victorian Antique Watch Faces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Illinois Watch Co. Grade 525 14 Karat Gold Open Face Pocket Watch 17 Jewel
Illinois Watch Co. Grade 525 14 Karat Gold Open Face Pocket Watch 17 Jewel

Illinois Watch Co. Grade 525 14 Karat Gold Open Face Pocket Watch 17 Jewel

By Illinois Watch Company

Located in Sherman Oaks, CA

Beautiful Antique Illinois Watch Co. Pocket Watch w/ Discolored Dial 14KT White Gold Case w/ Intricate Hand-Etched Design on Case "TEM" on Back of Case Black Arabic Numerals Case Se...

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Early 20th Century American Antique Watch Faces

Materials

14k Gold

Satinwood and Ivory 'Temple' Watch Stand
Satinwood and Ivory 'Temple' Watch Stand

Satinwood and Ivory 'Temple' Watch Stand

Unavailable

H 20.5 in Dm 9 in

Satinwood and Ivory 'Temple' Watch Stand

Located in Shakespeare, ON

Depicted on the watch face are three buildings in a pastoral setting along a river, a tree, and three individuals in a rowboat.

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18th Century and Earlier English Antique Watch Faces

Materials

Wood, Ivory

Hampden Open Face 14 Karat Gold Antique Pocket Watch Grade 314 12S 21-Jewel
Hampden Open Face 14 Karat Gold Antique Pocket Watch Grade 314 12S 21-Jewel

Hampden Open Face 14 Karat Gold Antique Pocket Watch Grade 314 12S 21-Jewel

By Hampden Watch Company

Located in Sherman Oaks, CA

Beautiful Antique Hampden Pocket Watch w/ White Dial Including Blue Hands & Dedicated Second Dial 14K Yellow Gold Case w/ Intricate Hand-Etched Design on Case (Initials WAK) Black Ar...

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Early 20th Century American Antique Watch Faces

Materials

14k Gold

Red and Gold Pocket Watch Safe
Red and Gold Pocket Watch Safe

Red and Gold Pocket Watch Safe

Unavailable

H 7.38 in W 5 in D 2.88 in

Red and Gold Pocket Watch Safe

Located in Cookeville, TN

The main body of the safe is mostly red with some chipping to paint and the front has a cutout for the watch face. Around that is hand painted gold and black foliate and swirl designs.

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Late 19th Century American American Classical Antique Watch Faces

Materials

Enamel, Zinc

Waltham Colonial Series Open Face 14 Karat Gold Pocket Watch 14s 19 Jewel
Waltham Colonial Series Open Face 14 Karat Gold Pocket Watch 14s 19 Jewel

Waltham Colonial Series Open Face 14 Karat Gold Pocket Watch 14s 19 Jewel

By American Waltham Watch Co.

Located in Sherman Oaks, CA

Beautiful Antique Waltham Pocket Watch w/ Gold Color Dial Including Blue Hands & Dedicated Second Dial 14K Yellow Gold Case w/ No design on Case Black Arabic Numerals Case Serial # 5...

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Early 20th Century American Antique Watch Faces

Materials

14k Gold

Waltham Open Face 14k Yellow Gold Filled Pocket Watch 23 Jewels Size 16 1904
Waltham Open Face 14k Yellow Gold Filled Pocket Watch 23 Jewels Size 16 1904

Waltham Open Face 14k Yellow Gold Filled Pocket Watch 23 Jewels Size 16 1904

By American Waltham Watch Co.

Located in Sherman Oaks, CA

Beautiful Antique Waltham Pocket Watch w/ White Dial Including Cobalt Blue Hands & Dedicated Second Dial 14k Yellow Gold Filled Case Case w/ Intricate Engraved Design on Reverse of C...

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Early 20th Century American Belle Époque Antique Watch Faces

Materials

Gold-filled

Antique Clock Watch Ring by Brédillard
Antique Clock Watch Ring by Brédillard

Antique Clock Watch Ring by Brédillard

Located in Chicago, IL

The watch face is finely engraved in silver with a floral pattern and the name “BRÉDILLARD FRANCE.”

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Watch Faces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold

Large  Heavy Sterling Silver Ornate Open Faced Pocket Watch
Large  Heavy Sterling Silver Ornate Open Faced Pocket Watch

Large Heavy Sterling Silver Ornate Open Faced Pocket Watch

Located in Mumbai, IN

Mid Victorian Period - English Lever Large / Heavy Sterling Silver Ornate Open Faced Pocket Watch with Attached Sterling Silver Albert Watch Chain, T-Bar and Coin.

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1860s British Victorian Antique Watch Faces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

1884 Elgin Silverode Open Face Pocket Watch, Size 18S
1884 Elgin Silverode Open Face Pocket Watch, Size 18S

1884 Elgin Silverode Open Face Pocket Watch, Size 18S

By Elgin

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Beautiful antique Elgin pocket watch with white dial including blue hands and dedicated seconds dial (missing second hand). Silverode case. Black Roman numerals. Case serial # 525305...

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19th Century American Modern Antique Watch Faces

1916 Elgin Gold-Filled Open Face Pocket Watch, Size 6S
1916 Elgin Gold-Filled Open Face Pocket Watch, Size 6S

1916 Elgin Gold-Filled Open Face Pocket Watch, Size 6S

By Elgin

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Beautiful antique Elgin pocket watch with white dial including cobalt blue hands. Yellow gold-filled case with intricate hand-etched design on reverse of case. Black numbers. Case se...

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1910s American Art Nouveau Antique Watch Faces

Materials

Gold-filled

1927 Waltham Gold-Filled Open Face Pocket Watch, Size 16S
1927 Waltham Gold-Filled Open Face Pocket Watch, Size 16S

1927 Waltham Gold-Filled Open Face Pocket Watch, Size 16S

By Waltham

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Beautiful antique Waltham pocket watch with white dial, blue hands and a dedicated seconds dial. Yellow gold-filled case with no engraving. Black numbers. Case serial # 9733970. 15-j...

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1920s American Modern Antique Watch Faces

Materials

Gold-filled

1905 Elgin Antique Nickel Open Face Pocket Watch, Size 12
1905 Elgin Antique Nickel Open Face Pocket Watch, Size 12

1905 Elgin Antique Nickel Open Face Pocket Watch, Size 12

By Elgin

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Beautiful antique Elgin pocket watch with off-white dial. Black hands and a dedicated seconds dial. Nickel case with intricate hand-etched design on case. Black numbers and markers. ...

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Early 1900s American Art Deco Antique Watch Faces

Antique Tiffany & Co. 18k Yellow Gold Open Face Pocket Watch
Antique Tiffany & Co. 18k Yellow Gold Open Face Pocket Watch

Antique Tiffany & Co. 18k Yellow Gold Open Face Pocket Watch

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Sherman Oaks, CA

Beautiful Antique Tiffany & Co. Pocket Watch w/ White Dial Including Blue Hands & Dedicated Second Dial 18k Gold Case Black Roman Numerals Case Serial # 122508 Tiffany & Co. Movement...

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Early 20th Century Swiss Modern Antique Watch Faces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 19th Century 9ct Gold Open Faced Engine Turned Pocket Watch
Antique 19th Century 9ct Gold Open Faced Engine Turned Pocket Watch

Antique 19th Century 9ct Gold Open Faced Engine Turned Pocket Watch

Located in Kenley surrey, GB

19th Century 9ct Gold Open Faced Machine Engraved Pocket Watch With Shield Detail To Centre Of Back With Turquoise Hands Weight: 46.3 This 19th-century open-faced pocket watch is a ...

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19th Century Antique Watch Faces

1926 Elgin Gold-Filled Antique Open Face Pocket Watch, Size 12
1926 Elgin Gold-Filled Antique Open Face Pocket Watch, Size 12

1926 Elgin Gold-Filled Antique Open Face Pocket Watch, Size 12

By Elgin

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Beautiful antique Elgin pocket watch with champagne colored dial. Blue hands and a dedicated seconds dial. Gold-filled case with intricate hand-etched design on case and initials "SK...

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1920s American Art Nouveau Antique Watch Faces

Materials

Gold-filled

Art Deco Table Clock Light Wood Frame
Art Deco Table Clock Light Wood Frame

Art Deco Table Clock Light Wood Frame

Unavailable

H 9.06 in W 13.78 in D 5.12 in

Art Deco Table Clock Light Wood Frame

Located in Lisboa, Lisboa

The front glass protects the hands and watch face, while the metal frame shows signs of wear.

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Early 20th Century Portuguese Art Deco Antique Watch Faces

Materials

Metal

Antique Silver Plated F.Bachschmid Open Face Pocket Watch Swiss, 1900s
Antique Silver Plated F.Bachschmid Open Face Pocket Watch Swiss, 1900s

Antique Silver Plated F.Bachschmid Open Face Pocket Watch Swiss, 1900s

Located in Carlisle, GB

This Charming Key-less 54mm FERDINAND BACHSCHMID Antique watch is in good working condition and it runs well (5 mins fast a day) which is normal for a watch of this age. with its cen...

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Early 1900s Antique Watch Faces

Materials

Silver Plate, Enamel

Le Phare 18 Karat Yellow Gold Minute Repeater Open Face Pocket Watch
Le Phare 18 Karat Yellow Gold Minute Repeater Open Face Pocket Watch

Le Phare 18 Karat Yellow Gold Minute Repeater Open Face Pocket Watch

Located in Sherman Oaks, CA

Gorgeous Vintage Open-Face Pocket Watch by Le Phare Features Minute Repeater Gong Open Face Design, Dedicated Second Dial 18k Yellow Gold Case w/ Ornate Inner Cover, Machine-Turned (...

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Late 19th Century Unknown High Victorian Antique Watch Faces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Antique Watch Faces For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our inventory of antique watch faces. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. Our inventory has long been popular, and it includes earlier versions that date to the 18th Century and newer variations that were made as recently as the 20th Century. The designs in our inventory of antique watch faces bearing Art Deco or Art Nouveau hallmarks are very popular. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by Elgin, Patek Philippe and American Waltham Watch Co. are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Browse our collection of 2 Ruby versions today to add the perfect touch to your look. A selection of bead can be found today on these pages. Most of our antique watch faces for sale are for men, but there are 54 pieces available to browse for women.

How Much are Antique Watch Faces?

On average, antique watch faces at 1stDibs sell for $3,500, while they’re typically $295 on the low end and $51,171 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.