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
Gold-filled
Hamilton Railroad Gold Filled Pocket Watch
By Hamilton
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Hamilton open face railroad watch, white Gold-Filled case. Size 16, 23 jewels, 5 position adjust
Gold-filled
A & S Railroad Gold Minute Repeating Pocket Watch Presented to J.H. Ramsey, 1865
Located in Stamford, CT
, highly jeweled repeater. This is a minute repeating pocket watch with a chime that has a railroad-type
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,195
H 0.6 in W 2.01 in
Illinois Railroad Bunn Special Antique Mens 21 Jewel Gold Filled Pocket Watch
By Illinois Watch Company
Located in Boston, MA
This Illinois Watch Company pocket watch is crafted in gold-filled material. The watch features a
Gold-filled
Illinois Railroad Grade Bunn Special Mens Gold Filled Pocket Watch Circa 1923
By Illinois Watch Company
Located in Boston, MA
An early 20th century Illinois Watch Company Railroad grade Mens Pocket Watch. The watch features a
Gold-filled
Vintage Elgin B.W. Raymond Wind Indicator 23 Jewel Railroad Grade Pocket Watch
By Elgin
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Elgin B.W. Raymond pocket watch exemplifies the precision and craftsmanship that made
10k Gold
Hamilton Yellow Gold Filled Railroad Caliber 992 Pocket Watch, circa 1936
By Hamilton
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hamilton Railroad pocket watch grade 992 movement serial # 2.6 million circa 1936. Featuring 16
Gold-filled
Illinois Bunn Special Railroad Pocket Watch
By Illinois Watch Company
Located in Towson, MD
One 1921 yellow gold filled open face Illinois Bunn Special railroad pocket watch serial number
Gold-filled, Yellow Gold
Hampden Watch Co. A Highly Engraved Railroad Full Hunter Pocket Watch C1890
By Hampden Watch Company
Located in Mayfair, London, London
Hampden Watch Co. A Highly Engraved Heavy 14ct Gold Full Hunter Keyless Lever Railroad Pocket Watch
Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
18 Karat Gold Waltham Railroad Watch
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Waltham Watch Company is a remarkable work of horological craftsmanship. Railroad watches such as this are
18k Gold
Ball Gold Filled 21 Jewels Hamilton Railroad Pocket Watch
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Movement: manual wind Function: hours, minutes, sub seconds Case: 51mm gold filled case, gold
Gold-filled
Elgin Rare Gold Filled Keystone Case Railroad Manual winding Pocket Watch
By Elgin
Located in Dallas, TX
Very Rare Elgin 14k Gold Filled 21j Keystone Case Railroad Pocket Watch - Manual winding, 21 jewel
14k Gold
Vintage 1923 Illinois Pocket Watch, Railroad, Gold-Plated, Working, 17 Jewel
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage 1923 Illinois Pocket watch, Railroad, Gold Plated, Working, Size 16s, 17 Jewel, Openface
Gold Plate
Hamilton Yellow Gold Filled Open Faced Enamel Dial Railroad Pocket Watch, 1940s
By Hamilton
Located in Long Beach, CA
Steel Hands ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Supplied with Gold Filled Pocket Watch Chain WARRANTY: 18 months on
Gold-filled
Hamilton Railroad Grade 992B Railway Special 21 Jewel Pocket Watch Circa 1942
By Hamilton
Located in Boston, MA
watch in original bar over crown railroad case. Complete with matching double sunk porcelain Railway
Gold
Illinois Railroad Gold Filled Pocket Watch
By Illinois Watch Company
Located in Dallas, TX
Illinois Railroad Gold Filled ca. 1923 Railroad Grade Pocket Watch - Manual winding; 21 Jewels
Gold-filled
1907 Burlington Railroad Pocket Watch
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Burlington Railroad watch with 21 jewels and watch fob. 14K gold strata. Lever set. Serial
14k Gold
Waltham Railroad Pocket Watch Year 1905 Heavy Ore Silver Working #14391483
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage 1905 Waltham railroad grade pocket watch that has a 55mm Fahy case that is ore silver, 21mm
Silver
Hamilton Yellow Gold Railroad Grade 992B Pocket Watch
By Hamilton
Located in New York, NY
Yellow gold-filled Hamilton Grade 992B railroad openface pocketwatch, circa 1960's. The 50mm gold
Gold-filled
Elgin Tricolor Gold Railroad Locomotive Engine Pocket Watch
By Elgin
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Rare Antique Elgin Gentleman's Pocket Watch With Railroad Locomotive It is so attractive, just
Vintage Hamilton Gold-Filled Railroad Pocket Watch Size 16
By Hamilton
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Hamilton gold filled, open face, Railroad pocket watch. Size 16, 21 jewel double roller movement
Gold-filled
Elgin Gold Filled R. R. Railroad Approved Pocket Watch
By Elgin
Located in Dallas, TX
Elgin R. R. Railroad Approved Pocket Watch - 21 Jewel. Gold fileld ( 50 mm ) . White enamel single
Illinois Gold-Filled Bunn Special Railroad Pocket Watch circa 1927
Located in New York, NY
Gold-filled Illinois Bunn Special pocket watch, circa 1927. The 51mm case has a screw bezel and
Gold-filled
Hamilton Yellow Gold Filled Open Faced Enamel Dial Railroad Pocket Watch, 1940s
By Hamilton
Located in Long Beach, CA
Steel Hands ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Supplied with Gold Filled Pocket Watch Chain WARRANTY: 18 months on
Gold-filled
Hamilton Yellow Gold Filled Open Faced Enamel Dial Railroad Pocket Watch 1940's
By Hamilton
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ LENGTH: Supplied with Gold Filled Pocket Watch Chain WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement LIFETIME
Elgin Pocket Watch Silverode Railroad Heavy Working 7 Jewel Year 1921
By Elgin
Located in San Diego, CA
Elgin 1921 railroad pocket watch with a 59mm case made of silverode and is 20mm thick. Heavy watch
Silver
Waltham High Grade Railroad Open Faced Gold Filled from 1880 with
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: 16 Size METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold
Hamilton Vintage American Railroad Pocket Watch Grade 992B Yellow Gold Filled
By Hamilton
Located in Boston, MA
Aston Estate Jewelry Presents: A classic Hamilton Railroad pocket watch, model 992B. The round
Gold-filled
Illinois Abe Lincoln 21 Jewel Manual Wind Railroad Pocket Watch
Located in Dallas, TX
Manual winding; openface; nickel finish; lever set; 21 jewel. 10k yellow gold filled case keystone
10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Waltham Vanguard Railroad Grade Pocket Watch 9561627
By Waltham
Located in Surfside, FL
Waltham Vanguard premier railroad grade pocket watch. 23 Jewels with 8 adjustments. Movement
Gold-filled
Illinois Yellow Gold-Filled Railroad-Grade Bunn Special Pocket Watch
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Illinois yellow gold-filled railroad-grade Bunn Special pocket watch. Featuring double-sunk
Gilt Metal, Yellow Gold
Hamilton Gold Filled Railroad 950-B Pocket Watch, circa 1951
By Hamilton
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hamilton gold filled railroad 950-B high-grade pocket watch, 23 jewels, 6 adjustments circa 1951
Gilt Metal
Hamilton Railroad Grade 19 Jewel Calibre 996 Pocket Watch, circa 1930s
By Hamilton
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Fine Hamilton Railroad grade 16 size pocket watch circa 1930. Large gold filled case, lever set
Gold-filled
Hamilton Ball Yellow Gold Railroad Pocket Watch
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Ball Hamilton Railroad pocket watch grade 999B circa 1930’s. Featuring 16 size 10K yellow gold
Illinois Bunn Special 21 Jewel 60 Hour Railroad Watch, circa 1920s
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Vintage 1920’s Illinois Bunn Special 60 hour railroad grade pocket watch. Featuring 16 size 10K
Gold-filled
Christian Dior Saddle Limited edition Russia Anniversary Saddle by John Galliano
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Livingston, NJ
To mark his 10th anniversary at Dior, John Galliano designed 12 limited-edition Saddle Bags, each inspired by a different country’s culture. With only 100 of each style produced, the...
An Art-Deco c1925 Movado 935 Silver Chronometer Swiss Travel Clock
By Movado
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This Travel Clock by Movado is Swiss made, it’s dating from 1925, yet it’s in great condition & in excellent working order. Performed in 935 Solid Silver, the clock measures 35m...
Silver
Verdura Gold Utility Knife and Key with Clock and Hidden Pencil
By Verdura
Located in New York City, NY
Rare and unusual 14K yellow gold utility tool by Verdura. It features a folding knife, a hidden pencil that slides out of the bottom, a folding key, and a clock. Outer case is ribbed...
14k Gold
$5,895
H 1.03 in W 0.79 in L 0.25 in
Chopard Ladies Diamond Wristwatch 18 Karat Gold Swiss Watch Retro Mid-Century
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous Chopard Ladies Diamond Wristwatch in 18 Karat Yellow and White Gold Made in Switzerland. The stunning and elegant Chopard watch has a diamond surround. The diamo...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Dolce & Gabbana Black & Cream Lingerie Inspired Evening Gown Spring 2006 Sz 40IT
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Dolce & Gabbana Black & Cream Lingerie Inspired Evening Gown. Spring/Summer 2006 Size 40IT
Elgin B.W. Raymond Pocket Watch 21 Jewels, Gold Filled
By Elgin
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Elgin B.W. Raymond open face pocket watch. 10k gold filled case. Size 16, 21 jewels with 8 adjustments. Model 20, grade 571, 3/4 plate, serial number N804928. Time tested for 8 hours...
10k Gold, Gold-filled
$16,803
Size: Equivalent size 36 France
A Christian Dior Lace Couture Gown Collection Ligne Oblique (?) Circa 1950
By Christian Dior
Located in Toulon, FR
Ligne Oblique Collection (?) Circa 1948/1950 Paris France A Collectible Calais black lace cocktail or ceremonial dress by Christian Dior. Black and white transparency effect obtained...
Rare Cartier Mid-20th Century 14K Yellow Gold Locket Book Key Pendant
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier - rare mid-20th century 14K yellow gold book form locket key pendant 1940's The rectangular shaped 14K gold locket opens to reveal a pair of gold pages with early etched pho...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Company 1920s Ladies Platinum and Diamond Wrist Watch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920s Tiffany & Company retailed Platinum and Diamond Ladies Wrist Watch, 18 x 18 M.M. Cushion shape case with Hand Engraving work and single cut Diamonds set into the beze...
Diamond, Platinum
Roberto Cavalli, Purple Leopard Print Silk Ensemble, Spring/Summer 2000
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH
This ethereal silk two-piece ensemble from Roberto Cavalli’s iconic Spring/Summer 2000 collection showcases his signature blend of wild sensuality and fluid elegance. The look featur...
Rare Cartier Art Deco 14K Yellow Gold Retractable Pencil Watch, 1920's
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier rare and unusual Art Deco period 14K yellow gold retractable pencil watch 1920's Sleek and elegant, rectangular ribbed gold case, watch set in the upper part, tapered arrow s...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gianni Versace Vintage Black Bondage Dress with Gold Hardware, 1992
By Gianni Versace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition : Excellent Vintage Condition Size : 38 A rare and unusual vintage Gianni Versace black bondage dress with lattice bodice, sides, and back with gold medallions hardware. Se...
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 / MATERIAL: 18Kt. Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1930's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter 54mm...
Roberto Cavalli Runway Sequin Sun Evening Gown and Cape F/W 2004 Size 40IT
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Roberto Cavalli - Sequin runway evening gown with Swarovski crystal embellished sun cape. Neckline presents a sharp daring plunge to the navel. The back of the dress is held by jewe...
Spectacular Alexander McQueen Runway Gown Black Silk Lace Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Berlin, BE
As if conjured from midnight sea-spray, this Spring/Summer 2012 Alexander McQueen gown unfurls like a dark bloom caught in motion. The bodice - sculpted close to the torso -disappear...
Paco Rabanne Metal Disc Cocktail Dress
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rare Paco Rabanne Runway cocktail dress. Fit size 4 ** Dress weigh around 8lb
Can you pull off a vintage pocket watch? Of course you can. With a suit and a waistcoat, a pocket watch can be a refreshing alternative to a wristwatch.
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, and manufacturers such as Vacheron Constantin and Patek Philippe became known for theirs. (Today, they’re among the most sought after by collectors and enthusiasts.)
At the onset, pocket watches resembled small round table clocks, and pulling your small round table clock — perhaps of the silver variety — out of your breast pocket in front of someone else demonstrated unequivocally that you cared about punctuality. For collectors, pocket watches are big, and that means a larger canvas provided for functions without crowding the dial. For example, the Marius Lecoultre pocket watch — made circa 1890 — does everything but uncork your wine.
In the late 1800s, the open-face pocket watch became a staple on the American railroad. It was a requirement for railway workers to wear a pocket watch, as the timepieces were responsible for keeping conductors on schedule. This was a boon to the watchmaking industry, with companies like Hamilton, the Elgin National Watch Company and the Waltham Watch Company producing high-grade and workingman’s watches.
By the 1930s, wristwatches comprised the bulk of watch manufacturing in America, superseding the pocket watch. Suddenly, if you wanted to know the time, you merely glanced at your wrist. But given their vintage charm and our general appetite for good design, pocket watches are a piece of statement-making jewelry and today can prove complementary to your formal attire in a manner that is stylish and unconventional.
Let time take its course — browse a vast selection of antique and vintage pocket watches available on 1stDibs designed by legendary brands such as IWC, Cartier and more.
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This all-green version of the Submariner is much sought-after.
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Launched in 1932, the model has become emblematic of quality craftsmanship and timeless design.