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Victorian Amethyst and Diamond Pocket Watch Pin in Original Box
Victorian Amethyst and Diamond Pocket Watch Pin in Original Box

Victorian Amethyst and Diamond Pocket Watch Pin in Original Box

Located in Narberth, PA

antique treasure is comprised of a pocket watch and accompanying key fob that hang below a matching brooch

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1880s French Victorian Antique Watch Keys

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

A Rare Rose Gold Super Slim Keywind Half Hunter Pocket Watch C1840
A Rare Rose Gold Super Slim Keywind Half Hunter Pocket Watch C1840

A Rare Rose Gold Super Slim Keywind Half Hunter Pocket Watch C1840

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A Rare Rose Gold Extra Slim Keywind Half Hunter Pocket Watch with it's original key and it's

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19th Century French Antique Watch Keys

Materials

Rose Gold

Hamilton Platinum Diamond Art Deco Wristwatch, circa 1930s
Hamilton Platinum Diamond Art Deco Wristwatch, circa 1930s

Hamilton Platinum Diamond Art Deco Wristwatch, circa 1930s

By Hamilton

Located in Wailea, HI

., Lancaster Watch Co. and Keystone Standard Watch Co. One of the keys to Hamilton’s success was its single

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Watch Keys

Materials

White Diamond, Platinum

Opulent Georgian Gold Watch Fob with Key
Opulent Georgian Gold Watch Fob with Key

Opulent Georgian Gold Watch Fob with Key

By Glorious Antique Jewelry Collection

Located in Stamford, CT

More gorgeous in three dimensions than in the photograph, this large watch fob and key are of high

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Late 18th Century Georgian Antique Watch Keys

Materials

Citrine, 18k Gold

Victorian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Fob and Watch Winder Key
Victorian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Fob and Watch Winder Key

Victorian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Fob and Watch Winder Key

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Victorian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Fob and Watch Winder Key This elegant piece features a fob and

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19th Century Antique Watch Keys

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Yellow Gold

Antique Pocket Watch, Silver Cased Chester, 1884
Antique Pocket Watch, Silver Cased Chester, 1884

Antique Pocket Watch, Silver Cased Chester, 1884

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a good quality antique silver cased Lever pocket watch with key. Keeping good time, this

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19th Century British Victorian Antique Watch Keys

Materials

Silver

Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Jewelry Box and Watch
Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Jewelry Box and Watch

Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Jewelry Box and Watch

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

. The hallmarked hinged door opens to allow access to the watch with winding key; the door has an

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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Watch Keys

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Vienna Enamel Miniature Picture Clock with Watteau Scene, circa 1880
Vienna Enamel Miniature Picture Clock with Watteau Scene, circa 1880

Vienna Enamel Miniature Picture Clock with Watteau Scene, circa 1880

Located in Vienna, AT

. Original spring-loaded pocket watch movement, checked, cleaned, functional! Key available. Size

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1880s Austrian Rococo Antique Watch Keys

Materials

Brass

Antique Victorian 1890 Turquoise Gunmetal Pencil Holder
Antique Victorian 1890 Turquoise Gunmetal Pencil Holder

Antique Victorian 1890 Turquoise Gunmetal Pencil Holder

Located in London, GB

. Each chain would hold a useful item such as a pencils, perfume bottle, mirror, scissors, watches or

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Watch Keys

Materials

Turquoise

German Silver Gilt Minaudière Louis Kuppenheim
German Silver Gilt Minaudière Louis Kuppenheim

German Silver Gilt Minaudière Louis Kuppenheim

By Louis Kuppenheim

Located in Newark, England

storage for several items in a small space, such as a makeup compact, lipstick, watch, reading glasses, or

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Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Antique Watch Keys

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver

Huge Gold Watch Key Gold Pendant
Huge Gold Watch Key Gold Pendant

Huge Gold Watch Key Gold Pendant

Located in Litchfield, CT

Circa 1870s, 18k, France. This rare, oversized watch key makes an inspired pendant. Charmingly

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1870s French Antique Watch Keys

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Gold Flintlock Revolver Pocket Watch Key Pendant
Antique Gold Flintlock Revolver Pocket Watch Key Pendant

Antique Gold Flintlock Revolver Pocket Watch Key Pendant

Located in Rotterdam, NL

An antique 18 karat yellow gold flintlock revolver pocket watch key pendant from the past. This

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Early 19th Century Victorian Antique Watch Keys

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Georgian Gold Double Sided Watch Key Fob
Georgian Gold Double Sided Watch Key Fob

Georgian Gold Double Sided Watch Key Fob

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Georgian gold double sided watch key fob. One side has an oval beveled bloodstone while the other

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1820s British Georgian Antique Watch Keys

Materials

Chalcedony, 14k Gold

Antique Swiss Gold Enamel Pocket Watch Key Pendant
Antique Swiss Gold Enamel Pocket Watch Key Pendant

Antique Swiss Gold Enamel Pocket Watch Key Pendant

Located in New York, NY

An antique Swiss gold and enamel pocket watch key pendant. The key is richly decorated with floral

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19th Century Swiss Antique Watch Keys

Materials

Gold, Enamel

Antique Victorian Gold Plated Watch Key Pendant
Antique Victorian Gold Plated Watch Key Pendant

Antique Victorian Gold Plated Watch Key Pendant

Located in NEWARK, GB

A charming little antique Victorian era gold plated watch key. The key is 9kt gold plated with a

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19th Century British Victorian Antique Watch Keys

Materials

Gold Plate

Antique Georgian Watch Key, Pendant, 18k Gold Plated
Antique Georgian Watch Key, Pendant, 18k Gold Plated

Antique Georgian Watch Key, Pendant, 18k Gold Plated

Located in NEWARK, GB

A charming antique, late Georgian era pocket watch key. A good sized key with an engraved closed

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Early 19th Century British Georgian Antique Watch Keys

Materials

18k Gold, Gold Plate, Steel

Amethyst Color Enamel Watch Key Fob Jaci Gold Charm Bracelet, 19th Century
Amethyst Color Enamel Watch Key Fob Jaci Gold Charm Bracelet, 19th Century

Amethyst Color Enamel Watch Key Fob Jaci Gold Charm Bracelet, 19th Century

Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv

Fine Amethyst with color Enamel pocket watch Key and Fob with engraved name of “Jaci” on it. Please

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Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Antique Watch Keys

Materials

Amethyst, Gold, Enamel

Antique Georgian 9k Gold Watch Key, Pendant, Amethyst and Bloodstone
Antique Georgian 9k Gold Watch Key, Pendant, Amethyst and Bloodstone

Antique Georgian 9k Gold Watch Key, Pendant, Amethyst and Bloodstone

Located in NEWARK, GB

A beautiful antique late Georgian 9kt yellow gold watch key. The key is cased in chased and

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Early 19th Century British Georgian Antique Watch Keys

Materials

Amethyst, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georgian 9K Gold Chased White Agate Watch Key Fob Pendant
Georgian 9K Gold Chased White Agate Watch Key Fob Pendant

Georgian 9K Gold Chased White Agate Watch Key Fob Pendant

Located in Rotterdam, NL

An antique Georgian 9 karat yellow gold pocket watch key charm pendant. This antique watch key has

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Early 19th Century British Georgian Antique Watch Keys

Materials

Agate, 9k Gold

Victorian Diamond Enamel and 14 Karat Gold Watch Key Pendant
Victorian Diamond Enamel and 14 Karat Gold Watch Key Pendant

Victorian Diamond Enamel and 14 Karat Gold Watch Key Pendant

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A pocket watch key with a navette form top One side with blue enamel dot in a Celtic knot motif

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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Watch Keys

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

1850s Victorian Citrine Bloodstone Gold Watch Key Fob Pendant Charm
1850s Victorian Citrine Bloodstone Gold Watch Key Fob Pendant Charm

1850s Victorian Citrine Bloodstone Gold Watch Key Fob Pendant Charm

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Pendant charm is a fob inspired watch key designed as a cylindrical tube centering an oval form

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1850s Victorian Antique Watch Keys

Materials

Citrine, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

1860's Victorian 14 Karat Gold Freemason Skull Watch Key Pendant
1860's Victorian 14 Karat Gold Freemason Skull Watch Key Pendant

1860's Victorian 14 Karat Gold Freemason Skull Watch Key Pendant

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Pendant is a Freemason watch key shaped as a keystone for a Mark Master Lodge ranking Deeply

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1860s Victorian Antique Watch Keys

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiny Antique Victorian 9k gold cased watch key pendant
Tiny Antique Victorian 9k gold cased watch key pendant

Tiny Antique Victorian 9k gold cased watch key pendant

Located in NEWARK, GB

demure size it likely belonged to a ladies fob watch as the keys and watches tended to be smaller. Such

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19th Century British Victorian Antique Watch Keys

Materials

9k Gold, Base Metal

Antique 10k gold watch key swivel fob pendant, Bloodstone and Carnelian
Antique 10k gold watch key swivel fob pendant, Bloodstone and Carnelian

Antique 10k gold watch key swivel fob pendant, Bloodstone and Carnelian

Located in NEWARK, GB

This antique Victorian 9ct gold watch key seal fob makes for a fantastic pendant or the perfect

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19th Century British Victorian Antique Watch Keys

Materials

Carnelian, 10k Gold

Watch Key Fob with Bloodstone Lion Intaglio Set into 14k Yellow Gold
Watch Key Fob with Bloodstone Lion Intaglio Set into 14k Yellow Gold

Watch Key Fob with Bloodstone Lion Intaglio Set into 14k Yellow Gold

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Nineteenth century 14k gold watch key fob in a trumpet form. The simplicity of this form is prime

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1820s British Georgian Antique Watch Keys

Materials

14k Gold

Antique 9k gold cased watch key pendant, Foiled Paste and Sardonyx
Antique 9k gold cased watch key pendant, Foiled Paste and Sardonyx

Antique 9k gold cased watch key pendant, Foiled Paste and Sardonyx

Located in NEWARK, GB

A charming little antique early Victorian era 9ct gold cased watch key pendant. The key is cased

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19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Watch Keys

Materials

Agate, 9k Gold

Antique Victorian Watch Key Fob 18k Yellow Gold Chased Shell Winder Pendant
Antique Victorian Watch Key Fob 18k Yellow Gold Chased Shell Winder Pendant

Antique Victorian Watch Key Fob 18k Yellow Gold Chased Shell Winder Pendant

Located in Torrance, CA

. The beautifully detailed antique watch key fob was originally worn by a gentleman with a pocket watch

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Mid-19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Watch Keys

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 18 Karat Gold Bird Dog Micro Mosaic Watch Key Fob Pendant
Victorian 18 Karat Gold Bird Dog Micro Mosaic Watch Key Fob Pendant

Victorian 18 Karat Gold Bird Dog Micro Mosaic Watch Key Fob Pendant

Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.

It is a lovely Victorian pocket watch key fob charm pendant crafted in 18K gold. Circa 1880. It

Category

Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Watch Keys

Materials

Gold

Victorian Bloodstone and Sardonyx 9 Carat Gold Locket Fob
Victorian Bloodstone and Sardonyx 9 Carat Gold Locket Fob

Victorian Bloodstone and Sardonyx 9 Carat Gold Locket Fob

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

actually a watch key! As you can see the fob spins and reveals the watch key. Stone Diameter: 16mm Fob

Category

1880s British Victorian Antique Watch Keys

Materials

Gold

Antique Ladies 9k Gold Pocket Watch, Floral, Fob Watch
Antique Ladies 9k Gold Pocket Watch, Floral, Fob Watch

Antique Ladies 9k Gold Pocket Watch, Floral, Fob Watch

Located in NEWARK, GB

wind watch, it does come with an antique pocket watch key, this is base metal. An ideal choice for

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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Watch Keys

Materials

9k Gold

Pateck & Co. 18kt Diamond, Pearl + Enamel Pocket Watch
Pateck & Co. 18kt Diamond, Pearl + Enamel Pocket Watch

Pateck & Co. 18kt Diamond, Pearl + Enamel Pocket Watch

Located in Narberth, PA

wind the watch and set the time with an accompanying watch key. The crown's bail has a wonderful

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Early 1900s Swiss Late Victorian Antique Watch Keys

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique sterling silver Albert chain, watch chain, Coin fob, Edwardian
Antique sterling silver Albert chain, watch chain, Coin fob, Edwardian

Antique sterling silver Albert chain, watch chain, Coin fob, Edwardian

Located in NEWARK, GB

watch key attached. The chain is made from sterling silver and each link is stamped with the lion

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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Watch Keys

Materials

Sterling Silver

Victorian Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bird Antique Fob Pendant Set
Victorian Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bird Antique Fob Pendant Set

Victorian Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bird Antique Fob Pendant Set

Located in Philadelphia, PA

pendant terminates with a wax seal intaglio of a grown The other terminates with a watch key Both suspend

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1840s Victorian Antique Watch Keys

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Tiffany Studios Bronze Pine Needle & Glass Lidded Box Circa 1900
Tiffany Studios Bronze Pine Needle & Glass Lidded Box Circa 1900

Tiffany Studios Bronze Pine Needle & Glass Lidded Box Circa 1900

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Bainbridge, NY

Circa 1900 Tiffany & Co. Bronze and Slag Glass Tiffany & Co. Box #800. Jewelry. Writing. Watches

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Watch Keys

Materials

Bronze

Honnore Lieutaud of Marseille Georgian 18 Karat Gold Diamond Pocket Watch
Honnore Lieutaud of Marseille Georgian 18 Karat Gold Diamond Pocket Watch

Honnore Lieutaud of Marseille Georgian 18 Karat Gold Diamond Pocket Watch

Located in Narberth, PA

. Finishing the face is a watch key opening that rests slightly offset from the center. An interior lever

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1780s French Georgian Antique Watch Keys

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

1830s French Diamond Set Key Wind Ring Watch
1830s French Diamond Set Key Wind Ring Watch

1830s French Diamond Set Key Wind Ring Watch

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1830s French Gold and Gem set Ring Watch by Fourner Les Aiguilles. Key Wind Cylinder movement

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1830s French Antique Watch Keys

Materials

Diamond, 15k Gold

Patek Philippe for Tiffany & Co. Key Wind Pocket Watch
Patek Philippe for Tiffany & Co. Key Wind Pocket Watch

Patek Philippe for Tiffany & Co. Key Wind Pocket Watch

By Patek Philippe for Tiffany & Co.

Located in Dallas, TX

Patek Philippe for Tiffany Key Wind Pocket Watch - Manual winding. 18K Yellow gold (37 mm) . White

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19th Century Swiss Antique Watch Keys

Ancre DePrecision Key Wind Sterling Silver Antique Pocket Watch
Ancre DePrecision Key Wind Sterling Silver Antique Pocket Watch

Ancre DePrecision Key Wind Sterling Silver Antique Pocket Watch

Located in Mount Kisco, NY

In superb original condition, circa 1880, Ancre DePrecision sterling silver 48mm pocket watch with

Category

1880s French Antique Watch Keys

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Antique Edwardian 1903 14k Gold Filled Pocket Watch
Antique Edwardian 1903 14k Gold Filled Pocket Watch

Antique Edwardian 1903 14k Gold Filled Pocket Watch

By American Waltham Watch Co.

Located in London, GB

watch is in excellent antique condition. Please note with all of our pocket watches we sell them as 'not

Category

Early 1900s American Edwardian Antique Watch Keys

Materials

14k Gold, Gold-filled

Swiss yellow Gold Enamel Key Wound Open Face Pocket Watch
Swiss yellow Gold Enamel Key Wound Open Face Pocket Watch

Swiss yellow Gold Enamel Key Wound Open Face Pocket Watch

Located in Firenze, IT

18Kt yellow gold case. No. 3387. Circa 1830’s Jewelled gilt Swiss bar movement, cylinder escapement, three arm balance, white dial with black Roman numerals bordered by an out...

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1830s Swiss Neoclassical Antique Watch Keys

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique French Green Enamel Gold Necklace
Antique French Green Enamel Gold Necklace

Antique French Green Enamel Gold Necklace

Located in South Pasadena, CA

French Victorian chatelaine (by definition worn by the mistress of the chateau) comprising a watch key

Category

1850s French Victorian Antique Watch Keys

Materials

18k Gold

Barraud & Lunds Open Face Pocket Watch Stem Key Wind Yellow Gold
Barraud & Lunds Open Face Pocket Watch Stem Key Wind Yellow Gold

Barraud & Lunds Open Face Pocket Watch Stem Key Wind Yellow Gold

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A 46 mm rare antique 1870 open face pocket watch in yellow gold by Barraud & Lunds. Features a

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19th Century Antique Watch Keys

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe Early & Rare Silver Key Wind Pocket Watch C.1870
Patek Philippe Early & Rare Silver Key Wind Pocket Watch C.1870

Patek Philippe Early & Rare Silver Key Wind Pocket Watch C.1870

By Patek Philippe

Located in Boston, MA

Aston Estate Jewelry Presents: An early and rare Patek Philippe pocket watch, circa 1870. This

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Late 19th Century Antique Watch Keys

Materials

Silver

Continental Gold Key Wind Open Face Pocket Watch with Enamel Decoration
Continental Gold Key Wind Open Face Pocket Watch with Enamel Decoration

Continental Gold Key Wind Open Face Pocket Watch with Enamel Decoration

Located in Firenze, IT

Date: Circa 1830 Movement: Gilt cylinder, 3-arm balance Dial: Engine turned pale champagne, black Roman numerals to eccentric dial, black outer minute markers, black hands Case: Poli...

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1850s Swiss Victorian Antique Watch Keys

Materials

Gold, Enamel

Antique Edwardian 15 Carat Gold Long Guard Chain or 2/3 Rows Gold Chain
Antique Edwardian 15 Carat Gold Long Guard Chain or 2/3 Rows Gold Chain

Antique Edwardian 15 Carat Gold Long Guard Chain or 2/3 Rows Gold Chain

Located in London, GB

different periods for suspending ladies watches, keys to the wine cellar or tea caddy, and latterly for

Category

Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Watch Keys

Materials

Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Breguet Paris Key Wind Pocket Watch Medallion Style
18 Karat Yellow Gold Breguet Paris Key Wind Pocket Watch Medallion Style

18 Karat Yellow Gold Breguet Paris Key Wind Pocket Watch Medallion Style

By Breguet

Located in Manhasset, NY

18 Karat Yellow Gold Breguet Paris Key wind Pocket Watch Medallion Style 43 mm diameter. No. 1394

Category

Early 19th Century French Victorian Antique Watch Keys

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pre-1822 MI Tobias and Co 18K Yellow Gold Pocket Watch with Winding Key
Pre-1822 MI Tobias and Co 18K Yellow Gold Pocket Watch with Winding Key

Pre-1822 MI Tobias and Co 18K Yellow Gold Pocket Watch with Winding Key

Located in Birmingham, AL

This magnificent antique pocket watch features an elaborate tri-color face, with a yellow gold

Category

Early 19th Century British Georgian Antique Watch Keys

Materials

18k Gold

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Antique Watch Keys For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of antique watch keys for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Silver and Enamel. Our collection, which features older pieces for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century, has proven very popular over the years. Our collection of antique watch keys includes designs that are universally popular, but Victorian and Georgian styles, specifically, are sought with frequency. Many examples in our inventory of these items are appealing no matter their origins, but Baume, Breguet and Galt & Bro. Jewelers produced popular versions that are worth a look. Any of these pieces can lend versatility to your look, but Carnelian versions, from our inventory of 5, are particularly popular. A selection of round cut, cabochon and oval cut can be found today on these pages. If you’re browsing the variety of antique watch keys for sale, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men.

How Much are Antique Watch Keys?

Prices for antique watch keys can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $116 and can go as high as $35,000, while antique watch keys, on average, fetch $613.
Questions About Antique Watch Keys
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A watch key is utilized to wind the watch and set the time in pocket watches. This is generally done by opening the watch back and positioning the key over the winding-arbor and turning the hands. Shop a range of antique and vintage pocket watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A key-wind pocket watch is a type of portable timepiece produced from the early 19th century through the middle of the 19th century. It features a mechanism that requires regular winding with a device called a winding key. Shop a range of key-wind pocket watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    How old key-wind pocket watches are varies greatly. Watchmakers used key-wind mechanisms in pocket watches starting in the 16th century and continued the practice until the mid 19th century. You can find a collection of key-wind pocket watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024
    What makes a watch antique is its age. A watch must be at least 100 years old to be considered antique. Watches that are 20 to 99 years old are vintage, while newer ones are contemporary. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of antique watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    At 100 years of age or more, a watch is generally considered an antique. A vintage watch is a timepiece that is at least 20 years old. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of antique, vintage and modern watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An antique fob watch works with the help of a winding mechanism. Turning the winder puts tension on the clockwork gears, allowing them to move. Depending on the watch, you may wind it with a specially designed key or a winding crown located on the stem of the timepiece. You'll find a collection of antique fob watches on 1stDibs.