Skip to main content

French Pocket Watch

to
12
152
109
141
100
55
54
45
19
18
17
16
14
13
13
11
11
10
10
7
7
7
5
5
5
5
4
4
4
4
2
2
2
2
2
2
1
1
1
1
36
9
5
5
4
Sort By
Antoine Lepine Rose Gold Ruby Cylinder French Pocket Watch, circa 1800s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Lepine STYLE / REFERENCE: Oversized Open Faced Pocket Watch METAL / MATERIAL
Category

Antique Early 1800s French Art Deco Pocket Watches

Jean-Antoine Lepine Rose Gold Ruby Cylinder French Pocket Watch, circa 1780
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Lepine STYLE / REFERENCE: Oversized Open Faced Pocket Watch METAL / MATERIAL
Category

Antique Late 18th Century French Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

French 20th Century 18 Karat Yellow Gold Enamelled Pocket Watch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Watch in 18 karat yellow gold, horse head hallmark. Pocket watch, the case is round and engraved
Category

Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Pocket Watches

Materials

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

Victorian French 2 Carat Rose Cut Diamond Star Pocket Watch
Located in Narberth, PA
An absolutely exquisite diamond pocket watch from the Victorian (1880s) era! French in origin, this
Category

Antique 1880s French Victorian Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Cartier Gold Acte Mistere Pocket Watch
By Cartier
Located in New Orleans, LA
This Art Deco pocket watch was crafted by the famed Cartier. Housed in an 18K gold case, the square
Category

20th Century French Retro Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Gold

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

Breguet Paris Closed Face Pocket Watch
By Breguet
Located in Manhasset, NY
Breguet Paris Closed Face Pocket Watch. Case in fair condition. Watch not working.
Category

Antique 1890s French Pocket Watches

Breguet Paris Closed Face Pocket Watch
Breguet Paris Closed Face Pocket Watch
H 2.3 in W 1.75 in D 0.25 in
French Verge Fusee Day Date Centre Seconds, Intricate Enamel 58mm Pocket Watch
Located in Mumbai, IN
The French Verge Fusee Calendar Centre Seconds Pocket Watch is a luxurious timepiece with a
Category

Antique 1820s French Pocket Watches

Materials

Enamel

Antique French 18 Karat Gold Semi Hunter Pocket Watch Agate Fob
Located in New York, NY
. 11513, chain with French assay mark, 2 rubies missing,. Case is 34mm in diameter, fob - 26mm x 18mm in
Category

Antique 19th Century French Pocket Watches

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold

French Rose Gold Antique Verge Quarter Repeater Pocket Watch Painted Enamel Dial
Located in London, GB
A fine and rare 18kt rose gold French keywind Verge 55mm Open face quarter repeater. The hand
Category

Antique 19th Century French Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Paris Antique Gold Pearl Enamel Diamond Pocket Watch
Located in New York, NY
Antique Paris 18k gold pocket watch, featuring blue enamel decorated case, set with pearls and rose
Category

Antique 19th Century French Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Enamel

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

Vintage UTI Skeleton Pocket Watch with Onyx and Rubies
Located in New York, NY
A stunning 42mm pocket watch by UTI Paris in yellow gold and onyx, encircled by 44 rubies on its
Category

Vintage 1960s French Pocket Watches

Materials

Onyx, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Vacheron & Constantin. A Gold Open Face Chronograph Pocket Watch C1924
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in London, GB
Vacheron & Constantin 18Kt Yellow Gold Open Face Chronograph Pocket watch with it's original box
Category

20th Century French Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Verge Fusee Enamel Dial Keywind Porcelain Painted Back Pocket Watch
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: French Made STYLE / REFERENCE: Pendant / Open Faced METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt
Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Pocket Watches

Vintage Tiffany & Co. Pocket Watch Pendant Platinum Diamond Estate Jewelry
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
pocket watch pendant is stamped with French Domestic and Import hallmark for platinum. About Tiffany
Category

Vintage 1950s French Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Cartier Yellow Gold Antique Square 29 Jewels Repeater Pocket Watch
By Cartier
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Manufacturer: Société Cartier Watch type: 29 Jewels Repeater Serial number: 3169 Case number: 72
Category

20th Century French Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold

Gorini & Cie. 18 Karat Yellow Gold Keywind Pocket Watch, circa 1840s
Located in Long Beach, CA
watch is all original and remarkably, it has a flawless enamel dial. Seldom do we get pocket watches
Category

Antique 1850s French Baroque Pocket Watches

18 kt. Pink Gold Pocket Watch Michelez student Breguet Paris, Quarter Repetition
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 kt. Michelez Student of Breguet From Paris Pink Gold Pocket Watch in Nice Working Condition,made
Category

Antique 19th Century French Artisan Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold

18 Kt Yellow Gold Lepine Pocket Watch, Second Morte, Double Barrel, Collector
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 Kt Solid Yellow Gold Lépine pocket watch Second Morte & Double Winding Barrel, Chronograph in
Category

Antique 19th Century French Artisan Pocket Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Breguet Paris Pocket Watch with Porcelain Dial
Located in Manhasset, NY
18 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Breguet Paris Pocket Watch with Porcelain Dial. Second hand missing
Category

Vintage 1910s French Belle Époque Pocket Watches

44mm 18kt Gold Yellow 19th Century Pocket Watch, Warranty, Serviced, New Crystal
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Vintage 44mm 19th Century 18kt Yellow Gold Pocket Watch, Good Working Condition, Case # 68495, Very
Category

Antique 19th Century French Victorian Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

French Art Nouveau Watch Pendant
Located in New Orleans, LA
This beautiful French watch pendant features a sublime, organic floral motif indicative of Art
Category

Antique 19th Century French Art Nouveau Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

UTI Paris 1930 Art-Deco Odd Shape Pocket Watch In Solid 18Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Pocket watch designed by UTI Paris. This is a very unusual pocket watch created in Paris France by
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

French Blue Enamel Diamond Pendant Watch
Located in New York, NY
French blue enamel and diamond pendant watch, circa 1880s Open face watch with one pearl and old
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Vintage Hermes Travel Watch C.1960s
By Hermès
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A rare time piece by Hermes, a vintage travel watch. The watch set ina red leather case equipped
Category

Vintage 1960s French Pocket Watches

Cartier Art Deco Diamond Pendant Watch
By Cartier
Located in New Orleans, LA
A study in bold design, this elegant pendant watch by Cartier is in a class of its own. Crafted of
Category

20th Century French Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique Enamel Cherub Pocket Watch of 18k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
Exquisite Antique Pocket Watch: This exceptional French pocket watch, crafted in 18k gold, is a
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Charles Oudin Silver Chatelain Cartouche Bezel Pendant Watch
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Charles Oudin / France STYLE / REFERENCE: Chatelain Hanging Pendant Watch METAL
Category

Antique 1820s French Pocket Watches

Enamel and Serpentine 'Montre à Volets' Lapel Watch
By Verger Frères
Located in New York, NY
white gold; length: 2 1/8 in.; with hook for suspension, possibly later added; numbered, with French
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

Enamel

20th Century Antique Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Collar Watch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Collar watch in 18 karat yellow gold, horse head hallmark. Lady's watch with manual winding. Dark
Category

Antique Early 1900s French Belle Époque Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Rare King George VI Gold Five Pound Coin Watch C1937
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Wednesday 12 May 1937. This is one of the earliest coin watches that Cartier produced. The watch has been
Category

20th Century French Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

ART NOUVEAU 1900 Plique à Jour Enamel Watch In 18Kt Gold With Rose Cuts Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
the little pocket watch and at the reverse with a hinged bar to wear the suite as a brooch. Plique à
Category

Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Pocket Watches

Materials

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

Mauboussin Paris 1950 Mido Skeleton Round Watch pendant Stainless 18kt And Onyx
By Mauboussin
Located in Miami, FL
A round skeleton watch pendant designed by Mauboussin. Very nice retro piece, made in Paris France
Category

Vintage 1950s French Retro Pocket Watches

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel

Lancet Made in France for Famous Accessories House 1920's Art Deco
Located in Long Beach, CA
LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This is a truly unique watch by the prestigious French House of Lancet. We
Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Pocket Watches

Dumas. A Rare French 2 Day Marine Pivoted Detente Chronometer C1850
Located in London, GB
Onésime Dumas. A Rare French 2 Day Marine Pivoted Detente Chronometer C1850 Dial: The silvered
Category

Antique 19th Century French Pocket Watches

Materials

Brass

Dunhill 18kt Rose Gold Book Hand Made in France for Dunhill, circa 1930's
By Dunhill
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Dunhill & Co. STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Desk Watch METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Rose
Category

Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Pocket Watches

Janesich Art Deco Era Travel Clock
By Janesich
Located in New York, NY
Majestic Watch Cie and numbered 28869. The back plate is engraved 28869, patented dial. Made in France
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold

LeCoultre Heavy 18CT Gold Keyless Lever Minute Repeater Full Hunter PocketWatch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in London, GB
Le Coultre. A Heavy 18ct Gold Keyless Lever Minute Repeater Full Hunter Pocket Watch, C1884. Dial
Category

Antique 19th Century French Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Auguste Berthoud. A Rare Antique Experimental Marine Chronometer C1840
Located in London, GB
Auguste Berthoud. A Unique and Rare French Experimental Marine Chronometer C1840 Dial: The
Category

Antique 19th Century French Pocket Watches

Materials

Brass

F. Rotig Havre, a Rare Gold Open Face Keyless Quarter Repeating Calendar with Co
Located in London, GB
F.Rotig Havre 18Kt Rose Gold and Enamel Keyless Quarter Repeating Calendar Open face 50mm Pocket
Category

Antique 18th Century French Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Art Deco Gold Mother-of-Pearl Agate Clock Engraved for Maurice Chevalier
Located in Greenwich, CT
If you are a fan of the famous French singer, actor, and entertainer Maurice Chevalier, who died in
Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Pocket Watches

Van Cleef &Arpels Domino Clock Black Shell Wood Stainless Quartz Limited to 2001
Located in Tokyo, JP
■Item No: 32290410 ■Brand: Van Cleef & Arpels ■Name: Domino Clock ■Material: Black shell, wood, SS stainless steel ■Weight: 24.4g (Approx) ■Display: Black shell ■Movement: Quartz ■Co...
Category

Early 2000s French Pocket Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Art Deco Table Clock
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Late Art Deco table clock of geometrical design in red enamel on yellow gold, with small turquoise elements. Electric movement. Cartier, circa 1930.
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

Turquoise, 14k Gold

Cartier Art Deco Table Clock
Cartier Art Deco Table Clock
H 5 in W 3.75 in D 2.5 in
Antique Silver Cased French Verge Quarter Repeater Pocket Watch 54mm Repousse
Located in Mumbai, IN
This Antique Silver Cased French Verge Quarter Repeater Pocket Watch from the late 19th century is
Category

Antique Early 1900s French Wrist Watches

Materials

Silver

Van Cleef & Arpels 18Kt. Art Deco Ultra Thin Pocket Watch, circa 1930's
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Van Cleef & Arpels STYLE / REFERENCE: 1/2 Hunter Pocket Watch / Ultra Thin METAL
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Wrist Watches

French Ceramic Longwy Pocket Watch Stand
By Faïenceries et Emaux de Longwy
Located in Winter Park, FL
A French gilt metal pocket watch stand with Longwy faience dish to hold rings and jewelry
Category

20th Century French Art Deco Delft and Faience

Materials

Metal

French  Ceramic Longwy Pocket Watch Stand
French  Ceramic Longwy Pocket Watch Stand
H 10.75 in W 5 in D 5.25 in
French 19th Century Pocket Watch Keys Fob Pendant
Located in Sofia, BG
Here we present three different pocket watch keys that could become a delicate jewellery. All are
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Metal

Pocket Watch, 19th century
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Magnificent 19th century pocket watch. The glass is detached and bumps at the sides. On the back
Category

Antique 1890s French Napoleon III Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Gold

Pocket Watch, 19th century
Pocket Watch, 19th century
H 2.76 in W 1.97 in D 0.79 in
Pocket Watch, Frères Esquivillon & De Choudens, Paris, France
By Frères Esquivillon & De Choudens
Located in Madrid, ES
Pocket watch, Frères Esquivillon & De Choudens (circa 1765-1830). Paris, France, 19th century
Category

Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical More Clocks

Materials

Other

19th Century Enameled Pocket Watch Stand, France, Circa 1880
Located in Greven, DE
Beautiful pocket watch stand, or jewelry stand. Brass with enameled ornaments.
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Desk Sets

Materials

Brass

Bronze Jewelry or Pocket Watch Holder Display Stand, France
Located in Barntrup, DE
Adorable bronze jewelry stand or ring tree, ornate with summer meadow details. France, mid-20th
Category

Mid-20th Century French Folk Art Hat Racks and Stands

Materials

Bronze

Antique French Bronze & Polished Marble Egyptian Revival Pocket Watch Stand
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique pocket watch stand is unsigned, but presumed to have originated from France and date
Category

Early 20th Century French Egyptian Revival Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Large brass mirror showing a pocket watch. French work. Circa 1970
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This large mirror showing a pocket watch is made of brass with a round mirror on its center. This
Category

Vintage 1970s French Neoclassical Wall Mirrors

Materials

Brass

19th Century Enameled Pocket Watch Stand, Jewelry Stand, France, Circa 1880
Located in Greven, DE
Beautiful pocket watch stand, or jewelry stand, France, circa 1880. Brass with enameled ornaments.
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Desk Sets

Materials

Brass

19th Century French Neoclassical Bronze "Porte Montre" or Pocket Watch Holder
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A fine quality neoclassical watch holder "porte montre" (in french) in patinated bronze featuring a
Category

Antique Mid-18th Century French Neoclassical Revival Table Clocks and De...

Materials

Bronze

Late 17th Century French Fine Carved Wood and Polychromed Pocket Watch Holder
Located in North Miami, FL
Late 17th century French extremely fine carved wood polychromed and gold gilded pocket watch holder
Category

Antique 17th Century French Baroque Animal Sculptures

Materials

Lucite, Wood

1950's vintage pocket watch wall mirror
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
1950's brass wall mirror as a pocked watch France
Category

Vintage 1950s French Wall Mirrors

Materials

Brass

1950's vintage pocket watch wall mirror
1950's vintage pocket watch wall mirror
H 17.72 in W 13 in D 2.76 in
  • 1
Get Updated with New Arrivals
Save "French Pocket Watch", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.

French Pocket Watch For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the french 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 Enamel — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 199 vintage editions and 2 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect french 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 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic french pocket watch over the years, but those made by Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels and Breguet are often thought to be among the most beautiful. While most can agree that any french pocket watch from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Diamond version from the 45 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. See these pages for a rose cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also round cut cut and bead cut versions available here, too. If you’re browsing our inventory for a french pocket watch, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a French Pocket Watch?

Prices for a french pocket watch can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $140 and can go as high as $128,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $3,200.
Questions About French Pocket Watch
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A pocket watch pocket is called by a number of names. You will sometimes see people refer to it simply as a watch pocket. Other names include a coin pocket or a fob pocket. Find a variety of antique pocket watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    The best pocket watch is a matter of preference. The earliest pocket watches were luxury items, and, owing to cost, they weren’t commonplace until the 19th century. Artfully crafted pocket watches were a symbol of wealth. Brands like Patek Philippe, Vacheron Constantin, and Audemars Piguet are internationally renowned makers of pocket watches. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage pocket watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    How you store pocket watches is largely a matter of personal preference. Generally, you should keep them in a storage container designed specifically for stowing delicate items, such as a velvet-lined jewelry box, a watch box or on a watch stand. Shop a variety of antique and vintage pocket watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A pocket watch fob refers to the chain or ribbon to which a pocket watch is attached. Its purpose was to make the watch more readily accessible to the wearer. You’ll find a variety of pocket watch fobs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A fusee pocket watch — named for the French word fusée — is an antique type of watch with a crescent pulley and a curved groove around it that is wound with a cord or chain. The chain is attached to the mainspring barrel. Find a range of vintage fusee pocket watches on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    The way to speed up your pocket watch depends on the specific model of timepiece that you have. To avoid damage, take it to a watch repair shop with experience repairing pocket watches to make adjustments. You'll find a selection of pocket watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    A hunter pocket watch is a pocket watch with a metal case that has a spring hinged lid to cover the watch face and protect it from damage.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024
    The most highly sought-after pocket watch will vary over time as trends in collecting do come and go. However, some pocket watches remain consistently popular among collectors. These timepieces include dress watches, such as those crafted by Elgin, Audemars Piguet and Patek Phillippe; railroad pocket watches produced by makers like Illinois and Hamilton; and military timepieces manufactured by Rolex and Omega. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of pocket watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024
    What the most expensive pocket watch is will vary over time as luxury watchmakers release new models. In 2019, Patek Philippe set a record when a brand new Grandmaster Chime Ref. 6300A-010 fetched an auction price of $31 million, making it the most expensive pocket watch ever sold. Before that, another Patek Philippe model, a 1932 Henry Graves Supercomplication, held the record. Explore a wide range of pocket watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To know if your pocket watch is valuable, consult a licensed appraiser. Choose one with experience appraising antique and vintage timepieces. Having your pocket watch evaluated by a knowledgeable professional is the only way to be certain of its value. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique and vintage pocket watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    To change a battery in a pocket watch, you must first remove the watch back. Depending on the type of watch, you may need a specially designed tool or a precision screwdriver to accomplish this task. Once you have the back removed, you may need to remove parts to access the battery and perform the replacement. Because there is so much variability in timepiece design and you could potentially damage your watch when removing the back and other parts, experts recommend having an experienced watch repairer replace the battery. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of pocket watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The best way to determine the year of a pocket watch is to identify and look up the serial number. Pocket watch serial numbers can be located inside the watch once you remove or open the back cover of the watch. Shop a wide range of pocket watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    How to open a Howard pocket watch depends on its design. However, experts recommend that you don't attempt to open one yourself. Instead, take the piece to a watch repair center that has experience servicing pocket watches. Doing so will help you avoid damaging the timepiece. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Howard pocket watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Rolex made pocket watches from 1905 through to the 1970s. The last pocket watch released was a small, ultra-formal 18 karat piece. Own a piece of history by shopping a selection of Rolex pocket watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To open a Hamilton pocket watch, take it to a reputable watch repair shop. Experts advise against opening antique pocket watches on your own because special tools are necessary to avoid damaging the timepieces. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Hamilton pocket watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Pocket watches come in a variety of sizes but the most popular sizes for women are 0s, 6s and 8s. Measuring pocket watches is a bit confusing and to make it easier a 0s is1.166”, a 6s is 1.367” and 8s is 1.433”. So it’s fairly safe to say that an average size for a woman’s pocket watch is between 1 and 1.5 inches. Find vintage and contemporary pocket watches from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A minute repeater pocket watch comes with a repeater that chimes the time by pushing a button. They come with three different chimes; the hours have a low chime, minute by a high chime, and quarter hours by a sequence of two chimes. Shop a range of antique and vintage pocket watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A pocket watch chain is called a fob, or watch fob. They can be made in a variety of materials, but most often appear in a metal that matches the case of the watch itself. Shop a collection of antique watch fobs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    A pocket watch with 17 jewels is called a fully jeweled watch. For the mechanical movement, it uses jewel bearings from the center wheel pivot to the balance wheel. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of antique and vintage pocket watch options.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    Like its hunter-case cousin, the half-hunter pocket watch features a protective lid or case that protects the face of the watch. The distinction is that the case front has a viewing window that allows the owner to check the time without having to open the pocket watch lid. The hours are frequently inscribed in blue enamel on the exterior lid itself, making it possible to tell the time without opening the case. Shop a range of vintage half-hunter pocket watches on 1stDibs.