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Rope Mirror in the Shape of Pocket Watch by Audoux Minet, France, 1960s
Rope Mirror in the Shape of Pocket Watch by Audoux Minet, France, 1960s

Rope Mirror in the Shape of Pocket Watch by Audoux Minet, France, 1960s

By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet

Located in New York, NY

Wall mirror by Audoux Minnet, Golfe Juan, France. Excellent vintage condition. This mirror will

Category

Vintage 1960s French Wall Mirrors

Materials

Rope, Mirror

Rope Mirror in the Shape of Pocket Watch by Audoux Minet, France, 1960s
Rope Mirror in the Shape of Pocket Watch by Audoux Minet, France, 1960s

Rope Mirror in the Shape of Pocket Watch by Audoux Minet, France, 1960s

By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet

Located in New York, NY

Wall mirror by Audoux Minnet, Golfe Juan, France. Excellent vintage condition.

Category

Vintage 1960s French Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Rope

18kt Yellow Gold and Enamel Chatelaine Pocket Watch
18kt Yellow Gold and Enamel Chatelaine Pocket Watch

18kt Yellow Gold and Enamel Chatelaine Pocket Watch

Located in Firenze, IT

collar watch also in yellow gold with pendant winding, the whole enamelled translucent blue.Length: 11,5

Category

Antique 1890s French Napoleon III Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Empire Porte Montre/pocket watch stand around 1800
Antique Empire Porte Montre/pocket watch stand around 1800

Antique Empire Porte Montre/pocket watch stand around 1800

Located in Berlin, DE

Antique Empire Porte Montre/pocket watch stand around 1800 Base decorated with acanthus leaves

Category

Antique Early 1800s French Empire Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Early 19th Century Gilt Bronze Pocket Watch Night Stand
Early 19th Century Gilt Bronze Pocket Watch Night Stand

Early 19th Century Gilt Bronze Pocket Watch Night Stand

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Amazing French Empire gilt bronze watch stand, Marked 486.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Carriage Clocks and Travel Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Early 19th Century Restoration Neo-Gothic Pocket Watch Stand
Early 19th Century Restoration Neo-Gothic Pocket Watch Stand

Early 19th Century Restoration Neo-Gothic Pocket Watch Stand

Located in Paris, FR

Small, romantic pocket watch stand with Neo-Gothic decor. The Stand is designed as an alcove framed

Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Gothic Revival Collectibles and Curios...

Materials

Bronze

Antique Victorian 9 Karat Gold Horse Pocket Watch Locket Fob Pendant
Antique Victorian 9 Karat Gold Horse Pocket Watch Locket Fob Pendant

Antique Victorian 9 Karat Gold Horse Pocket Watch Locket Fob Pendant

Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.

It is a lovely Victorian charm pendant depicting a horse. This pocket watch fob is crafted in 9K

Category

Early 20th Century French Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold

CARTIER 1935 Deco Pocket Mechanical-Pencil Watch & Knife In 14Kt Yellow Gold
CARTIER 1935 Deco Pocket Mechanical-Pencil Watch & Knife In 14Kt Yellow Gold

CARTIER 1935 Deco Pocket Mechanical-Pencil Watch & Knife In 14Kt Yellow Gold

By Cartier

Located in Miami, FL

Multi-tools pocket-watch, knife, pencil and key designed by Cartier. This is a very rare multi

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Gold, Steel

Cartier Magnificent Rock Crystal, Yellow Gold and Enamel Art Deco Pocket Watch
Cartier Magnificent Rock Crystal, Yellow Gold and Enamel Art Deco Pocket Watch

Cartier Magnificent Rock Crystal, Yellow Gold and Enamel Art Deco Pocket Watch

By Cartier

Located in London, GB

A magnificent Art Deco Cartier pocket watch, the circular rock crystal watch comprising an engine

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, Rock Crystal, Yellow Gold

Antique 18k French Pocket Watch with Bowl of Hygieia
Antique 18k French Pocket Watch with Bowl of Hygieia

Antique 18k French Pocket Watch with Bowl of Hygieia

Located in Hummelstown, PA

Pharmacy symbol today) with an attached open face, 24-hour dial, pendant/pocket watch, made in France with

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Vintage 1910s French Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond

Exceptional French Gold Enameled Chatelaine Pocket Watch
Exceptional French Gold Enameled Chatelaine Pocket Watch

Exceptional French Gold Enameled Chatelaine Pocket Watch

Located in New York, NY

Exceptional French Gold Enameled Chatelaine Pocket Watch, with enameled details of birds

Category

20th Century French Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold

"Grandfather" Pocket Watch and Chain
"Grandfather" Pocket Watch and Chain

"Grandfather" Pocket Watch and Chain

Located in New York, NY

An 18K yellow gold pocket watch with its original key and gold chain.

Category

French Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold

19th Century Enameled Gold Pocket Watch
19th Century Enameled Gold Pocket Watch

19th Century Enameled Gold Pocket Watch

Located in New York, NY

A late 19th century, 18k gold enameled watch, set with 4 small, rose cut diamonds.

Category

French Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

CARTIER Yellow Gold Enamel Shutter Pocket Watch
CARTIER Yellow Gold Enamel Shutter Pocket Watch

CARTIER Yellow Gold Enamel Shutter Pocket Watch

By Cartier

Located in London, GB

-shaped watch face applied with Roman numerals and blue steel batons, circa 1928. Cf: Le Temps de Cartier

Category

French Pocket Watches

Gold Enamel and Diamonds Ladies Pocket Watch
Gold Enamel and Diamonds Ladies Pocket Watch

Gold Enamel and Diamonds Ladies Pocket Watch

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

18k yellow gold enamel and diamonds ladies pocket watch with its original brooch. French work.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Men's 18 Karat Gold Lip Chronometre Dress Pocket Watch France Art Deco Case
Men's 18 Karat Gold Lip Chronometre Dress Pocket Watch France Art Deco Case

Men's 18 Karat Gold Lip Chronometre Dress Pocket Watch France Art Deco Case

Located in Lauderdale by the Sea, FL

This is a fine example of a French-made men's LIP Chronometre pocket watch in 18k yellow gold. Lip

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Elegant LIP 18 k yellow gold pocket watch
Elegant LIP 18 k yellow gold pocket watch

Elegant LIP 18 k yellow gold pocket watch

Located in New York, NY

An elegant LIP 18 k yellow gold pocket watch with a round dial.

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Vintage 1940s French Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage Base Metal Erotic Hand Winding Automation Pocket Watch
Vintage Base Metal Erotic Hand Winding Automation Pocket Watch

Vintage Base Metal Erotic Hand Winding Automation Pocket Watch

Located in Carlisle, GB

This beautiful vintage hand winding pocket watch is in good working condition and it is ticking and

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Vintage 1970s French Pocket Watches

Materials

Base Metal

CARTIER Vintage Sterling Silver Pocket Watch with Cartier Box
CARTIER Vintage Sterling Silver Pocket Watch with Cartier Box

CARTIER Vintage Sterling Silver Pocket Watch with Cartier Box

By Cartier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

BRAND NAME: Cartier STYLE: Vintage Pocket Watch CASE MATERIAL: Sterling Silver DIAL

Category

20th Century French Pocket Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

SANDOZ Yellow Gold Grand Complication Yellow Gold Pocket Watch
SANDOZ Yellow Gold Grand Complication Yellow Gold Pocket Watch

SANDOZ Yellow Gold Grand Complication Yellow Gold Pocket Watch

Located in Greenwich, CT

Sandoz Grand Complication pocket watch, featuring a mechanical manual winding movement; white dial

Category

20th Century French Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rose Gold Diamonds Rubies Garnet Pocket Watch circa 19th Century
Rose Gold Diamonds Rubies Garnet Pocket Watch circa 19th Century

Rose Gold Diamonds Rubies Garnet Pocket Watch circa 19th Century

Located in Paris, FR

18 Kt rose gold (quality mark: horse head) antique pocket watch set with a beautiful mix of rose

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Ferdinand Berthoud Rose Gold Dumb Quarter Repeating Pocket Watch 1762
Ferdinand Berthoud Rose Gold Dumb Quarter Repeating Pocket Watch 1762

Ferdinand Berthoud Rose Gold Dumb Quarter Repeating Pocket Watch 1762

Located in Brussels, BE

Ferdinand BERTHOUD Dumb quarter-repeating pocket watch Paris 1762 Gold 20 ct. Ferdinand

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Antique 1760s French Georgian Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, 22k Gold, Enamel

Remontoir 14 Karat Solid Gold 15-Jewel Antique Pocket Watch Full Hunter
Remontoir 14 Karat Solid Gold 15-Jewel Antique Pocket Watch Full Hunter

Remontoir 14 Karat Solid Gold 15-Jewel Antique Pocket Watch Full Hunter

Located in Sherman Oaks, CA

Beautiful Antique Remontoir Pocket Watch w/ Ornate Gold Hands & Dedicated Second Dial 14k Solid

Category

Early 20th Century French Pocket Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Rare Patek Philippe 1930s Platinum Sapphire and Diamond Factory Set Pocket Watch
Rare Patek Philippe 1930s Platinum Sapphire and Diamond Factory Set Pocket Watch

Rare Patek Philippe 1930s Platinum Sapphire and Diamond Factory Set Pocket Watch

By Patek Philippe

Located in New york, NY

Factory Set Pocket Watch by Patek Philippe, Geneva, Retailed for Bailey Banks & Biddle, circa 1930s comes

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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Platinum

Cartier Paris Rare Art Deco Jade Pocket Watch Pendant by Edmond Jaeger
Cartier Paris Rare Art Deco Jade Pocket Watch Pendant by Edmond Jaeger

Cartier Paris Rare Art Deco Jade Pocket Watch Pendant by Edmond Jaeger

By Cartier

Located in Lakewood, NJ

of ultra-thin pocket watches, followed by others that eventually, in 1937, officially culminated in

Category

Vintage 1910s French Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold

1800s French Art Nouveau Enamel Angel Winged Flower Pearl Wreath Pendant Watch
1800s French Art Nouveau Enamel Angel Winged Flower Pearl Wreath Pendant Watch

1800s French Art Nouveau Enamel Angel Winged Flower Pearl Wreath Pendant Watch

Located in New york, NY

Set Flower Wreath Pendant Watch with matching Blueish Green Enamel Portrait of French Bourgeois woman

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Art Nouveau Pocket Watches

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Enamel

CARTIER. A Gold Rutile Quartz Mounted Watch.
CARTIER. A Gold Rutile Quartz Mounted Watch.

CARTIER. A Gold Rutile Quartz Mounted Watch.

By Cartier

Located in London, GB

Of spherical form with crown surmount, silvered watch dial to base, signed Cartier. Gold chapter

Category

Vintage 1970s French Pocket Watches

Materials

Quartz, 18k Gold

Griffe de Tigre – Gold , Diamond and Ruby Pendant Watch
Griffe de Tigre – Gold , Diamond and Ruby Pendant Watch

Griffe de Tigre – Gold , Diamond and Ruby Pendant Watch

Located in New York City, NY

This is a Griffe de Tigre – Gold , Diamond and Ruby Pendant Watch Probably Paris. Made circa 1910

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French Pocket Watches

CARTIER A Fine Rock Crystal Platinum&Gold Diamond Set Watch
CARTIER A Fine Rock Crystal Platinum&Gold Diamond Set Watch

CARTIER A Fine Rock Crystal Platinum&Gold Diamond Set Watch

By Cartier

Located in New York City, NY

yellow gold diamond -set, open faced pocket watch. Manufactured in circa 1920. Gold matte dial with black

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French Pocket Watches

Platinum and Gold Fernand Paillet Pendant Watch
Platinum and Gold Fernand Paillet Pendant Watch

Platinum and Gold Fernand Paillet Pendant Watch

By Fernand Paillet

Located in Lambertville, NJ

18kt, 18 jewel,keylesswatch with enamel miniature within a platinum and rose cut diamond frame depicting a woman with cherubs on a blue ground,signed by Ferand Paillet,surrounded by ...

Category

20th Century French Edwardian Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

MAUBOUSSIN. A Tutti-Frutti Gem-Set Lapel Watch
MAUBOUSSIN. A Tutti-Frutti Gem-Set Lapel Watch

MAUBOUSSIN. A Tutti-Frutti Gem-Set Lapel Watch

By Mauboussin

Located in London, GB

and diamond surround, turning to reveal the rectangular-shaped watch case with an oval-shaped nickel

Category

Vintage 1930s French Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Onyx, Platinum

Vintage Hermès Travel Pendulum in gold brushed and burgundy calfskin
Vintage Hermès Travel Pendulum in gold brushed and burgundy calfskin

Vintage Hermès Travel Pendulum in gold brushed and burgundy calfskin

By Hermès

Located in Paris, IDF

HERMES. Travel pendulum, gold brushed metal quartz movement and black enamelled interrupted frieze, black dial, marked. #10810. Dimensions: 4 x 4 cm. Good condition vintage . Bor...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Belle Époque Pocket Watches

Vintage French Alligator Handbag w Pocket Watch by Lederer
Vintage French Alligator Handbag w Pocket Watch by Lederer

Vintage French Alligator Handbag w Pocket Watch by Lederer

By Lederer

Located in Cloverdale, CA

Exquisite vintage hard sided Alligator handbag, with pocket watch. Created in France for the

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1950s French Handbags and Purses

Early 1900's Pocket Watch Holder

Early 1900's Pocket Watch Holder

Located in San Francisco, CA

French Brittany Early 1900's Pocket Watch Holder 10''h X 4''d X 5.5''w

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Early 20th Century French More Furniture and Collectibles

Egyptian Revival Snake Form Pocket Watch Holder
Egyptian Revival Snake Form Pocket Watch Holder

Egyptian Revival Snake Form Pocket Watch Holder

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This stylish French Egyptian revival watch holder dates to the early part of the 20th century and

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Early 20th Century French Egyptian Revival More Desk Accessories

Materials

Bronze

Double Sided Working Pocket Watch Trade Sign
Double Sided Working Pocket Watch Trade Sign

Double Sided Working Pocket Watch Trade Sign

Located in North Hollywood, CA

This amazing clock originally hung over the doorway of a Parisian watchmakers shop. It is double sided, so the clock could be seen from either direction of a passerby. We have had a ...

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Early 20th Century French Victorian Wall Clocks

Pair of Oversized "Pocket Watch" Brass Wall Mirrors
Pair of Oversized "Pocket Watch" Brass Wall Mirrors

Pair of Oversized "Pocket Watch" Brass Wall Mirrors

Located in Miami, FL

This matching pair of extraordinarily oversized designed pocket watch style mirrors are whimsical

Category

Vintage 1960s French Wall Mirrors

Materials

Brass

19th Century 18-Karat Gold Musical Swiss Pocket Watch
19th Century 18-Karat Gold Musical Swiss Pocket Watch

19th Century 18-Karat Gold Musical Swiss Pocket Watch

Located in London, Nottinghill

A superb quality 14-karat gold musical repeater pocket watch. In excellent working conditions with

Category

Antique 1870s French More Clocks

Materials

Gold

Early 20th Century Art Nouveau, Ladies Yellow Gold Pocket Watch Lecoultre
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau, Ladies Yellow Gold Pocket Watch Lecoultre

Early 20th Century Art Nouveau, Ladies Yellow Gold Pocket Watch Lecoultre

By LeCoultre & Cie 1

Located in Biarritz, FR

Lady yellow gold watch Lecoultre & Co, manual "Art Nouveau" 18 karat gold engraved and enamel case

Category

Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Collectible Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold

Art Nouveau era 18K gold diamond swallow lily flower pocket watch pendant
Art Nouveau era 18K gold diamond swallow lily flower pocket watch pendant

Art Nouveau era 18K gold diamond swallow lily flower pocket watch pendant

Located in Versailles, FR

For sale a beautiful French work, Art Nouveau era, pocket watch pendant with one swallow and

Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

french metal wall clock
french metal wall clock

french metal wall clock

Located in Hudson, NY

burnished french metal pocket watch wall clock bronze dial door with convex glass two

Category

Antique 19th Century French Wall Clocks

Materials

Metal

A Round Brass Framed Wall Mirror
A Round Brass Framed Wall Mirror

A Round Brass Framed Wall Mirror

Located in New York, NY

A round wall mirror featuring a frame in gilt brass shaped like a gentleman's pocket watch. France

Category

Vintage 1950s French Wall Mirrors

Materials

Brass

French 1800s Art Nouveau 18kt Zig Zag Enamel Breguet Pendant Lapel Pocket Watch
French 1800s Art Nouveau 18kt Zig Zag Enamel Breguet Pendant Lapel Pocket Watch

French 1800s Art Nouveau 18kt Zig Zag Enamel Breguet Pendant Lapel Pocket Watch

Located in New york, NY

Art Nouveau Pendant Lapel Pocket Watch Basic Specifications & Case Dimensions - 35mm Length mm

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Art Nouveau Pocket Watches

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Very Fine 18 Karat Gold Diamond, Enamel Verge Pocket Watch
Very Fine 18 Karat Gold Diamond, Enamel Verge Pocket Watch

Very Fine 18 Karat Gold Diamond, Enamel Verge Pocket Watch

Located in Carlisle, GB

Very Fine Small 18k Gold, Diamonds Enamel Verge Pocket Watch By “Ballon A Paris”. This watch is in

Category

Antique 1760s French Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Enamel

Early 18 Karat Multi-Color Yellow Gold Turquoise Amethyst Pocket Watch
Early 18 Karat Multi-Color Yellow Gold Turquoise Amethyst Pocket Watch

Early 18 Karat Multi-Color Yellow Gold Turquoise Amethyst Pocket Watch

Located in New york, NY

Beautiful French fusee pocket watch from late XVIII-very beginning of XIX century, 1790-1800s

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Antique 1790s French Pocket Watches

Materials

Amethyst, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rare Van Cleef & Arpels Small Domino Wood Clock
Rare Van Cleef & Arpels Small Domino Wood Clock

Rare Van Cleef & Arpels Small Domino Wood Clock

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Paris, FR

Really rare vintage Van Cleef and Arpels clock with the shape of a domino made in precious wood Excellent working condition. Size 5*2.5 cm Sold with box and leather pouch

Category

1990s French Pocket Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Boucheron Jaipur Small Glass Table Clock
Boucheron Jaipur Small Glass Table Clock

Boucheron Jaipur Small Glass Table Clock

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Paris, FR

Small Boucheron Table clock in glass and metal Good condition, some light signs of use . Sall choc on the bottom ( not visible) Size 10 cm

Category

1990s French Pocket Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Colisée Gold Plated Stainless Steel Desk Clock
Cartier Colisée Gold Plated Stainless Steel Desk Clock

Cartier Colisée Gold Plated Stainless Steel Desk Clock

By Cartier

Located in Paris, FR

Very nice Cartier clock with a round case resting on an easel formed by the C of Cartier. White dial with Roman numerals, railroad timer and white hand to adjust the alarm function. ...

Category

1990s French Contemporary Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold Plate, Stainless Steel

Antique 18K gold green enamel diamond monogram pocket watch pendant
Antique 18K gold green enamel diamond monogram pocket watch pendant

Antique 18K gold green enamel diamond monogram pocket watch pendant

Located in Versailles, FR

necks of jewelry collectors. For sale a beautiful French pocket watch pendant enameled in a comforting

Category

Antique 19th Century French High Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

French Empire Gilt Bronze Pocket Watch Holder, 19th Century
French Empire Gilt Bronze Pocket Watch Holder, 19th Century

French Empire Gilt Bronze Pocket Watch Holder, 19th Century

Located in San Francisco, CA

19th century, French empire solid bronze pocket watch holder, 19th century, approximate 8 1/4"

Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze

French Art Deco Chrome Plated Golf Bag/ Purse/ Pocket Watch Signed Sesame
French Art Deco Chrome Plated Golf Bag/ Purse/ Pocket Watch Signed Sesame

French Art Deco Chrome Plated Golf Bag/ Purse/ Pocket Watch Signed Sesame

Located in Port Hope, ON

This beautifully designed French Art Deco chrome-plated watch was designed for the avid golfer to

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

Materials

Chrome

Classical Napoleon III Desk Top Pocket Watch Stand
Classical Napoleon III Desk Top Pocket Watch Stand

Classical Napoleon III Desk Top Pocket Watch Stand

Located in Antwerp, BE

An elegant pocket watch Stand having one drawer and a classical pediment with columns. The watch is

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III More Desk Accessories

Materials

Wood

CARTIER PARIS Pendant Watch
CARTIER PARIS Pendant Watch

CARTIER PARIS Pendant Watch

By Cartier

Located in Chicago, IL

Cartier Paris 18kt Gold, Platinum, Diamonds, and Enamel Pendant Watch. The style is that of

Category

French Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

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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 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 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
    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 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 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 ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Full hunter pocket watches are a popular choice for those nostalgic for timepieces of years past. The solid outer case of this type of watch, which often features intricate designs, needs to be opened in order to reveal the watch’s face. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage watches.
  • 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 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 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 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 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.
  • 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 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 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 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.