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Oldest Pocket Watch

Black Starr & Frost 14 Karat Gold Art Deco Pocket Watch with Engraved Dial
By Black, Starr & Frost
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ Pocket Watch METAL / MATERIAL: 14kt Solid Yellow Gold CIRCA: 1920's DIMENSIONS: Diameter 41mm MOVEMENT
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Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches

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14k Gold

Bailey Banks & Biddle 1910 Edwardian Enamel Watch In 14Kt Gold With Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
guilloche, toped with purple-blue glass enamel and accents in white enamel. The watch remain in excellent
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Vintage 1910s Swiss Edwardian Pocket Watches

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Rock Crystal, White Diamond, Diamond, Crystal, Amethyst, Enamel, Yellow ...

J.E. Caldwell by Mimo Art Deco Asian Themed Enameled Desk Clock circa 1930's
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Mimo for J. E. Caldwell STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Pocket Desk Clock METAL
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches

Black Starr and Frost Art Deco Footed Desk Clock Gilt and Nickel Finish, 1930s
Located in Long Beach, CA
the countries oldest jewelry houses. The clock runs for 8 days and was manufactured in Switzerland
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches

J.E. Caldwell by Mimo Deco Asian Themed Enameled Pocket Desk Clock circa 1930's
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
watch from the 1930's produced for the renowned house of Caldwell, one of Americas oldest jewelry
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Gold, Enamel

Bvlgari Diamond Parentheses Earrings Lg 18k Yellow Gold
By Bulgari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
set foot on Italian soil in 1880 with little money in his pocket and spent the next four years
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Vintage 1980s Italian Clip-on Earrings

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

"Blue Moons" Toggle Necklace in White Gold with 2.40ct Sapphire Drops + Diamonds
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
toggle bar is the oldest component in the bunch -- Eytan filched it from a pocket watch chain, and it's
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2010s American Contemporary Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Bed Tester Mahogany Chippendale Claret Red Damask Duke Hamilton Scotland Banner
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
, luxury, pocket sprung, king-sized mattress 5ft, 150cm wide - With the Royal Banner of The Royal Arms of
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Antique 1770s British Chippendale Beds and Bed Frames

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Damask, Mahogany

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14Kt Pink and White Gold Necklace, Bracelet or Pocket Watch Chain
Located in Long Beach, CA
METAL / MATERIAL: Two-Tone 14Kt Pink & White Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's / 30's ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: 15 Inches in Length This is a great looking hand made necklace or bracelet, pocket...
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Omega Watch 15 Jewels in 9ct Gold
By Omega
Located in London, GB
This is a classic vintage ladies watch. Its round face is Gold-plated & leather strap, and the case is 9ct Gold. It has 15 jewels, and the movement is manual. The watch is in excelle...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

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Gold

Vintage Omega Watch 15 Jewels in 9ct Gold
Vintage Omega Watch 15 Jewels in 9ct Gold
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W 0.24 in L 0.69 in
Belle Époque Diamond Tiara
Located in London, GB
A Belle Époque diamond tiara, to the centre three diamond-set clusters with diamond-set foliate decorations and one large diamond-set cluster on each side, all within a waved frame o...
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque More Jewelry

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Diamond, Platinum

Antique Gold Silver Diamond Enamel Pocket Watch Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Antique silver and 14k gold chain with cage pendant, holding a pocket watch inside. Decorated with rose cut diamonds, enamel and green gemstones. Pendant is 29mm in diameter. Chain ...
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Antique 19th Century Pocket Watches

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Diamond, Gold, Silver, Enamel

Longines Yellow Gold Pocket Watch
By Longines
Located in Berlin, DE
High quality collector's pocket watch by Longines. Including original case. Hallmarked, 18k gold. Extremely rare collector's watch. The clock works. Dial unfortunately damaged betw...
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Early 20th Century Pocket Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Longines Yellow Gold Pocket Watch
Longines Yellow Gold Pocket Watch
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Victorian Gold Tone Carnelian Pocket Watch Key Fob Pendant
Located in Vilnius, LT
It is a lovely Victorian pocket watch key fob charm pendant crafted in base metal and adorned with gold. It features rectangle carnelian which is set in highly ornamented frames. W...
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Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Carnelian, Gold Plate, Base Metal

Sapphire & Diamond Ring Certified Heat-Only Art Deco
Located in Southbury, CT
This Art Deco 18K gold and platinum ring features a trio of bright blue bezel-set sapphires complimented by 22 Old European-cut diamonds. The old diamonds are a pleasing blend of war...
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Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Antique Citrine and 9 Carat Gold Swivel Fob
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous swivel fob holds a yellow citrine stone and the frame and loop is modelled out of 9ct gold and has chain detail. Stone Width: 18mm Height including Loop: 28mm Weight...
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian More Jewelry

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Citrine, Gold

Elgin Mid Century Manual Winding Watch
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Co. STYLE / REFERENCE: Modern Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: 10K Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 41mm x Width 28mm MOVEMENT...
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Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

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Gold-filled

Bulgari Rome Elizabeth Taylor Style Colombian Emerald Diamond Necklace Set
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Bulgari Rome Elizabeth Taylor Style Colombian Certified Emerald Diamond NecklaceDetaches Into Two Bracelets and Detachable Pendant An 18k yellow gold necklace was set with sixteen ...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Antique 14 Karat Yellow Gold Bismarck Watch Chain w Fancy T Bar
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
In 14 Karat yellow gold, this antique watch chain is nicely fitted with a fancy T bar, dog clip and double fob chains with spring ring closures. From the T bar, the length of chain t...
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Early 20th Century American Pocket Watches

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco 10k Gold Filled Gents Wrist Watch By Elgin, Fully Serviced , c1946
By Elgin
Located in Westward ho, GB
For your consideration is this very stylish gents 10k Rolled Gold wristwatch made by the American watchmakers Elgin, dates to 1946. In superb condition with stainless back free from ...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Wrist Watches

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10k Gold, Gold-filled

Edwardian 1905 Graziosa Guilloche Enamel Pocket Watch In 14Kt Gold With Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Edwardian Swiss enamel pocket watch designed by Graziosa Watch Co. Gorgeous small lady hunter pocket-watch, created in Switzerland during the Edwardian period, back in the 1905. Cra...
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Antique Early 1900s Swiss Edwardian Pocket Watches

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Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, Gold

Movado 1948 Calendermeto Triple Date and Moonphase Travel Purse Clock & Leather
By Movado
Located in Miami, FL
Rare calendermeto travel clock designed by Movado. Beautiful and very rare calendermeto travel purse clock, created in Switzerland by the Movado Clock Factories, back in the 1948-19...
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Vintage 1940s Swiss Modernist Pocket Watches

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Stainless Steel

Antique Victorian 14K Gold Pocket Watch Key Belcher Rolo Chain
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A Victorian 14 karat gold long rolo link pocket watch chain. The three-row chain is very well and finely made from small rolo belcher links. All three chains are individual and all c...
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Antique Late 19th Century European Victorian Chain Necklaces

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14k Gold

Movado 18 Karat Solid Gold Ermeto Date Travel Pocket Watch, circa 1950s
By Movado
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Movado Watch Co. STYLE / REFERENCE: Ermeto (Hermetic) METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 41mm x Diameter 26mm MOVEMENT...
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches

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Gold, 14k Gold

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Antique Swiss 18 Karat Gold Watch and Chatelaine Vacheron Constantin, circa 1780
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in London, London
the oldest watch manufacturers in the world with an uninterrupted watchmaking history since its
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Antique 18th Century Swiss Pocket Watches

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18k Gold

Haas Neveux & Co. Yellow Gold Swiss Grand Complication Pocket Watch
Located in New Orleans, LA
This Swiss Grand Complication pocket watch by Haas Neveux & Co. is a marvel of horological
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Antique 19th Century Swiss Pocket Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jules Jurgensen Multi-Color Gold Minute Repeating Chronograph Pocket Watch
Located in New Orleans, LA
Crafted by one of the oldest and most respected watchmaker's in the world, this Swiss pocket watch
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Antique 19th Century Danish Victorian Pocket Watches

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White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Enamel, Steel

Audemars Piguet Retailed by Gübelin Yellow Gold Pocket Watch, circa 1920
By Audemars Piguet
Located in New Orleans, LA
This handsome Art Deco-period pocket watch was created by a firm considered to be the leader in
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20th Century Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches

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14k Gold

Favre Keywind Conversion to Stemwinding Yellow Gold Hunter's Case Pocket Watch
Located in Long Beach, CA
oldest watch company in the world. This very unusual example started life as a key winding pocket watch
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swiss Pocket Watches

VACHERON & CONSTANTIN and VERGER FRERES Yellow Gold and Enamel Art Deco Watch
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in New Orleans, LA
Vacheron Constantin was founded in 1755 by horologist Jean-Marc Vacheron, and is the oldest watch-making
Elgin Yellow and White Gold Art Deco Watch circa 1920
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Pocket / Right Hand Drivers Wrist Watch
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Wrist Watches

Patek Pahilippe Nautilus Moonphase 40mm 18K rose Gold Full Set Ref: 5712R-001
By Patek Philippe
Located in București, RO
, the company has been owned by the Stern family since 1932. It is one of the oldest watch manufacturers
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Rose Gold

Bvlgari Yellow Gold Large Three Coin Chain Choker Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
on Italian soil in 1880 with little money in his pocket and spent the next four years preparing what
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20th Century Italian Modern Chain Necklaces

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Yellow Gold

"Time Has Come" Hyperrealistic Contemporary Figurative Framed Acrylic on Canvas
By Ariel Vargassal
Located in Baltimore, MD
a pocket watch walking alongside a man in a suit holding an inflatable flamingo. The hyperrealistic
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2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

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Acrylic, Paint, Canvas

Montgomery Bros, Los Angeles Sterling Pocket Watch circa 1910 New Condition
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
pocket watch was produced by the Waltham Watch Company and sold to the oldest premier jeweler in Los
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Vintage 1910s Swiss Pocket Watches

Montgomery Bros, Los Angeles Sterling Pocket Watch circa 1910 New Condition
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
pocket watch was produced by the Waltham Watch Company and sold to the oldest premier jeweler in Los
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Vintage 1910s Swiss Pocket Watches

Rolex Yellow Gold Pocket Watch
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
From Rolex’s very limited array of pocket watches, this 1920s watch is one of Rolex’s oldest
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Vintage 1920s Swiss Modern Pocket Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Pocket Watch
Rolex Yellow Gold Pocket Watch
H 1.33 in D 0.33 in Dm 0.98 in
Gold Minute Repeater Pocket Watch by Louis Audemars
Located in New Orleans, LA
This handsome 18K yellow gold pocket watch was created by Audemars Piguet of Le Brassus
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Antique 19th Century Swiss Victorian Pocket Watches

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vacheron Constantin 18k Yellow Gold Pocket Watch, Late 19th c
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in valatie, NY
Vacheron Constantin 18K gold pocket watch dating from the late 19th c. The watch is in perfect
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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Pocket Watches

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18k Gold

Bvlgari 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Parentesi Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
from the Ottoman Empire. He set foot on Italian soil in 1880 with little money in his pocket and spent
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Vintage 1980s French Cuff Bracelets

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

Kienzle Germany 1930 Art Deco 8 Days Desk Clock in Chrome Wood and Glass
By Kienzle Clocks
Located in Miami, FL
aircraft as well as wrist and pocket watches for general purchase, and for the Armies. Note: Warranty of
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Bronze, Steel, Enamel

French Couaillet Freres Carriage Clock of Saint-Nicolas-D'Aliermont, Russell's
By Couaillet Freres
Located in Soquel, CA
quality watches and clocks, including the celebrated Russell Hunter pocket watch. Thomas Senior and his
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Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Carriage Clocks and Travel Cl...

Materials

Brass

Pre-Owned Vacheron Constantin Overseas Chronograph 18 Karat Rose Gold Watch
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
calibre ever devised featuring 57 complications – the “Tivoli” pocket watch. Xupes Xtended. Watches
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Pre-Owned Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle 18 Karat White Gold 25155/000G-958
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
calibre ever devised featuring 57 complications – the “Tivoli” pocket watch. Xupes Xtended. Watches
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

Audemars Piguet ultra-thin rare gold tonneau dress watch
By Audemars Piguet
Located in New York, NY
Audemars and Edward-Auguste Piguet in Le Brassus, Audemars Piguet is one of the oldest watch manufactures
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

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18k Gold

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Oldest Pocket Watch For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact oldest pocket watch you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, 14k gold and yellow gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 12 vintage editions and 1 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a oldest pocket watch from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. A oldest pocket watch from Bulgari, Black, Starr & Frost and Eytan Brandes — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. Take a look at a oldest pocket watch featuring diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. A brilliant cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also mixed cut and old european cut versions for sale. If you’re browsing our inventory for a oldest pocket watch, you’ll find that many are available today for men, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and women.

How Much is a Oldest Pocket Watch?

Prices for a oldest pocket watch can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $70 and can go as high as $58,315, while this accessory, on average, fetches $3,249.
Questions About Oldest 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 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 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
    Yes, pocket watches peaked in popularity in the 1800s. The first pocket watch was created in Germany in 1510, but was originally too large for a pocket. In the 1600s, the design began to get more compact, but for a long time pocket watches were a rarity and a symbol of wealth. Shop an array of antique 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 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 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 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 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 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 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
    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
    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
    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 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
    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 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 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.