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Glashütte Uhrenfabrik Union Silver Pocket Watch, Case by Dürrstein & Co.
Located in Berlin, DE
Case by Dürrstein & Co.
Case number and movement number are not identical.
Glass damaged.
Watch
Category
20th Century Pocket Watches
Materials
Silver
Yellow Gold Victorian Converted Pocket Watch Case Pendant 14k Antique ShieldDisc
Located in Greensboro, NC
Design: Converted Pocket Watch Case
Era: Victorian
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold
Theme: Shield
Category
Antique 19th Century Pendant Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow 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
14 Kt Solid Pink Gold Delaunay Chauveau Ruffec pocket watch
Located in Antwerp, BE
14 Kt Solid Pink Gold Delaunay Chauveau Ruffec pocket watch
Case: 14 Kt Solid Pink Gold, Diameter
Category
Antique 19th Century Swiss Artisan Pocket Watches
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold
18 Kt Gold E.J Dent London, Yellow Gold, Open Face Verge Pocket watch
Located in Antwerp, BE
E.J Dent London, Yellow Gold Open Face Verge Pocket watch
Case: 18 Kt Solid Yellow Gold Diameter
Category
Antique 19th Century British Artisan Pocket Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Kt Gold Audemars Frères Genève Pocket Watch, before Audemars Piguet founded
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Antwerp, BE
14 Kt Gold Audemars Frères Genève Pocket Watch
Case: Measurements diameter 52 mm thickness 8.5 mm
Category
20th Century Swiss Artisan Pocket Watches
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold
Klaftenberger. Rare Miniature Gold Hunter Quarter Repeater Pocket Watch C1871
Located in London, GB
English pocket watch case makers of his time. The repeater slide is at the side of the case.
Movement
Category
Antique 19th Century British Pocket Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
Waltham 14Kt Multi Colored 16 Size Hunters Case Pocket Watch from 1907
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: 16 Size Multi Colored Hunters Case
Category
Antique Early 1900s American Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
Gold
Waltham 14k Yellow Gold Hunters Cased Pocket Watch Circa 1900 Hand Engraved
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Hunters Case Pocket Watch
METAL
Category
Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Pocket Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Illinois Gold Filled Art Deco Pocket Watch with Rare Hammered Case and Red Dial
By Illinois Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
.
LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT
This is one of the most unusual Illinois pocket watches I have ever seen. The
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Waltham A.W.W.Co. 13j 6s Lever Set Pocket Watch in Etched 14k Gold Hunter Case
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in Montclair, NJ
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Condition: A fine quality, antique, American-made pocket watch. The 14k gold case is in excellent condition
Category
Antique 19th Century American Pocket Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Rose Gold
Waltham Pocket Watch 10k Gold Fill Case Arabic Numeral Dial Case
By Waltham
Located in Surfside, FL
Waltham Vangaurd Pocket Watch in 10k gold filled case; 23 Jewel movement with rare 8-position
Category
Vintage 1940s Pocket Watches
Materials
10k Gold, Gold-filled
Omega Art Deco Vintage Steel cased Pocket Watch
By Omega
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa late 1930s Omega Pocket Watch, 44 M.M. Diameter X 7 M.M. thick 3 Piece Omega signed
Category
Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
Steel
Hamilton Double Roller 992e Pocket Watch 3262545 Case
By Hamilton
Located in Surfside, FL
Adjusted Positions. Case Signed "Keystone base metal 3262545" Fine Pre-owned Hamilton Watch. Certified
Category
Antique Early 1900s Pocket Watches
Patek Philippe 18K Hunting Case Roman Numerals Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Dallas, TX
Patek Philippe 18K Hunting Case Roman Numerals Pocket Watch - Manual winding. 18K Yellow Gold case
Category
20th Century Swiss Pocket Watches
Exquisite Hunter-Case Swiss Pocket Gold Watch Courvoisier, 1870
Located in Bilbao, ES
Exquisite Gold hunter-case Swiss pocket watch COURVOISIER #10673.
Golden case with three 43mm
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Pocket Watches
Materials
Ruby, Gold
Louis Audemars & Cie Victorian Hunter Case Enamel Pocket Watch
Located in Narberth, PA
was to make complete cased watches signed with his own name, however he passed away in 1833
Category
Antique 1880s Swiss Late Victorian Pocket Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Waltham 15j 6s Pocket Watch 14k Yellow Gold Diamond Crescent Moon Hunter
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in Montclair, NJ
: Antique pocket watch. The 14k gold case is in excellent overall physical condition considering its age
Category
Antique 19th Century American Pocket Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
IWC Schaffhausen Asprey Savonette/Hunting Case Pocket Watch 18 Kt Gold
By IWC
Located in Antwerp, BE
Unique Beautiful and Collectable IWC Savonette/Hunting Case Pocket watch made For Asprey.
49mm 18k
Category
20th Century Artisan Pocket Watches
Materials
Gold
Elgin 563174 Pocket Watch 14k Yellow Gold White Dial Case Manual
By Elgin
Located in Surfside, FL
Ladies Elgin multi color gold hunter case pocket watch "6 size" in 14k. 15 jewels. Elaborate floral
Category
Vintage 1980s Pocket Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe 18K Yellow Gold Hunter Case Pocket Watch Ref 865
By Patek Philippe
Located in Dallas, TX
Patek Philippe 18K Yellow Gold Hunter Case Pocket Watch Ref 865 - Manual winding. 18K Yellow gold
Category
20th Century Swiss Pocket Watches
22ct Gold Repousee Pair-Cased Pocket Watch Maker Thomas Rea 1769
Located in London, GB
22ct Gold Repousee Pair-Cased Pocket Watch Maker Thomas Rea 1769
The movement was made in Walton-On
Category
Antique 1760s English Baroque Pocket Watches
Materials
22k Gold
Elgin B.W. Raymond Gold Fill Pocket Watch 2.21.28 E092682 Case
By Elgin
Located in Surfside, FL
Elgin National Watch Company B.W. Raymond in gold fill. Manual. 16 size/50 mm case size. 21 Jewels
Category
Antique Early 1900s Pocket Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Elgin Double Roller Gold Fill Father Time Pocket Watch 4396587 Case
By Elgin
Located in Surfside, FL
Elgin watch has a 50 x 50 mm case with a Round caseback and White Arabic Numeral dial. Circa: 1900s
Category
Antique Early 1900s Pocket Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Waltham A.W. Co. Pocket Watch in Detailed Nature Themed Engraved 14k Yellow Gold
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in Montclair, NJ
Movement)
Condition: A fine quality, antique, American-made pocket watch. The 14k gold case is in excellent
Category
Antique 19th Century American Pocket Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Antique 14k Solid Yellow Gold Waltham Pocket Watch Keystone Hunter Case Monogram
By Waltham
Located in Greer, SC
Beautifully crafted antique Waltham pocket watch in a stunning solid 14k yellow gold hunters case
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Pocket Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
H 2.7 in W 0.5 in Dm 2 in
Pocket Watch Gold Case GIANT Box Hinge 14K Multi Color Gold Elgin
By Elgin
Located in Dearborn, MI
Pocket Watch Gold Case GIANT Box Hinge 14K Multi Color Gold Elgin
Keeps Perfect Time, As Expected
Category
Antique 1890s Pocket Watches
Materials
Gold
Girard Perregaux Pocket Watch Elliptical Manual Wind Steel Cased Limited 1/550
By Girard Perragaux
Located in London, GB
Girard Perregaux
Manual Wind
Pocket Watch.
Limited Edition - one of 550
Calibre GP09 Based on the
Category
Late 20th Century European Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
Steel
H 1.78 in W 0.28 in Dm 1.38 in
Vacheron Constantin Hunter Case Pocket Watch 1 Botton Chronograph 18kt Pink Gold
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Antwerp, BE
Extremely Rare & Collectors Vacheron Constantin Hunter Case Pocket Watch Chronograph 18 kt. Pink
Category
Antique 19th Century Swiss Artisan Pocket Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 14 Karat Yellow Gold Engraved Case Elgin Pocket Watch, circa 1895
By Elgin
Located in Manhasset, NY
Antique Elgin Pocket Watch 14K Yellow Gold Pocket Watch, front and back of case are intricately
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Victorian Pocket Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
J.W. Benson Sterling Silver Half Hunters Case Pocket Watch, circa 1890s
By J.W. Benson
Located in Long Beach, CA
months on the movement.
LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT
This great looking and all original pocket watch
Category
Antique 1890s Swiss Art Nouveau Pocket Watches
J.W. Benson Sterling Silver Half Hunters Case Pocket Watch, circa 1890s
By J.W. Benson
Located in Long Beach, CA
months on the movement.
LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT
This great looking and all original pocket watch
Category
Antique 1890s Swiss Art Nouveau Pocket Watches
Patek Philippe Vintage Yellow Gold Fancy Chased Case Porcelain Dial Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920s Patek Philippe Pocket watch, 45 M.M. 3 Piece 18k Yellow Gold case with Gold inside
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
18k Gold
18K Yellow Gold Hunter-Case Swiss Pocket Watch 1880 Guye aux Perrieres
Located in Bilbao, ES
18K yellow gold Hunter-case Swiss pocket watch with three strong lids, external ones in guillochè
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Pocket Watches
Materials
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Evans Shrewsbury 1763-1856 Sterling Pair Cases Fusee Demi Hunter Pocket Watch
Located in Miami, FL
A hunter pocket watch made by Rich Evans Shrewsbury and Robert Causer.
Very fine half hunter pair
Category
Antique Late 18th Century English Early Victorian Pocket Watches
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
H 3.01 in W 1 in Dm 2.28 in
Antique 18th Century George III Verge Fusee London Pocket Watch 47mm With Case
Located in Mumbai, IN
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George III Fine Quality Gilt Metal Pair Cased Verge Pocket Watch by Pat Hutton of London. Signed to
Category
Antique 1810s British George III Pocket Watches
Materials
Brass, Bronze
A. Lange & Söhne 1A 18 Karat Gold Pocket Watch, "Lucia" Case, Empire Numerals
By A. Lange & Söhne
Located in Berlin, DE
This exquisite A. Lange & Söhne pocket watch embodies the pinnacle of Glashütte craftsmanship
Category
20th Century German Pocket Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
Waltham Pocket Watch 14k Yellow, Rose and Green Gold White Dial Case Manual
By Waltham
Located in Surfside, FL
Waltham hunter case pocket watch in 14k yellow, rose and green gold. Decorative high relief pink
Category
Antique Early 1900s Pocket Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, Gold
18 Carat Gold Pair-Cased Pocket Watch with Tri-Coloured Face Chester 1822
Located in London, GB
18ct Gold Pair-cased Pocket Watch With Tri-coloured Face Chester 1822
The case is made by Thomas
Category
Antique 1820s English George IV Pocket Watches
Materials
18k Gold
H 0.32 in W 0.06 in Dm 0.22 in
Elgin Pocket Watch Silverode Railroad Heavy Working 7 Jewel Year 1921, 59mm Case
By Elgin
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Elgin 1921 railroad pocket watch with a 59mm case made of silverode and is 20mm thick. Heavy watch
Category
Vintage 1920s American Modern Pocket Watches
Materials
Silver
D 0.79 in Dm 2.33 in
Antique Waltham P.S. Bartlett Size 18 Coin Silver Case GF Chain Pocket Watch
By Waltham
Located in New York, NY
A distinguished Waltham pocket watch, crafted in Waltham, Massachusetts, renowned for its legacy in
Category
Antique 19th Century American Pocket Watches
Materials
Gold-filled, Silver
Circa 1891 Beautiful Antique Elgin Pocket Watch 14k Solid Gold Case w/White Dial
By Elgin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Circa 1891 Beautiful Antique Elgin Pocket Watch w/ Ornate Cobalt Blue Hands & Dedicated Second Dial
Category
20th Century American Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
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
Category
Early 20th Century Pocket Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Jump Hour Hunting Case Pocket Watch w/ 10 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Movement: manual
Function: hours, minutes, seconds
Case: round 18K yellow gold case, sapphire
Category
20th Century Pocket Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hampden Yellow Gold Engraved Hunting Case Manual winding Pocket Wristwatch
Located in Dallas, TX
Hampden Yellow Gold Hunting Case Pocket Watch - Manual winding. Solid yellow gold case
Category
Antique Early 1900s Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
14k Gold
I.W.C International Watch Company Yellow Gold Pocket Watch, 1930s
By IWC
Located in Long Beach, CA
pocket watch. The case is flawless and the watch is large as well. The movement is finely finished and
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches
Tiffany & Co. 18k yellow gold Manual pocket watch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Surfside, FL
Tiffany & Co. decoratively engraved hunter case pocket watch in 18k yellow gold. 35mm case size
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pocket Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Waltham Pocket Watch Size 6
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
18k yellow gold Waltham Pocket watch with a hunting case.
Model 1890, Size 6, serial number 5506199
Category
Mid-20th Century Pocket Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow 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
Art Nouveau Antique Gold Diamond Lapel Pocket Watch
Located in New York, NY
Antique Art Nouveau 18k gold pocket watch, high relief case, decorated with diamonds. Case is 23mm
Category
Antique 19th Century Art Nouveau Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold
Mobilia Army officers sterling 925 silver round pocket watch.
Located in Braintree, GB
Mobilia Army officers sterling 925 silver round pocket watch.
Material: The watch case is made of
Category
Vintage 1910s Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
Silver
Rockford Pocket Watch 7125385 Gold Fill White Dial Manual
Located in Surfside, FL
Rockford hunter case pocket watch 11 jewels, porcelain dial and spade hands in gold filled case
Category
Antique 1880s Pocket Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Antique Waltham Amn. Watch Co. Grade 18k Yellow Gold 16j Size 8s Pocket Watch
By Waltham
Located in Montclair, NJ
: Mechanical - Hand Wound - 16 Jewels
Grade: Amn. Watch Co.
Case Diameter: 42.3mm (1.6 in)
Pocket Watch Size
Category
Antique 19th Century Pocket Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Vintage Patek Philippe Pocket Watch Pendant Platinum Estate Jewelry
By Patek Philippe
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A Patek Philippe open face square pocket watch with a platinum case.
The dial has black Roman
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
Platinum
A. Lange & Söhne 18 Karat Gold Savonette Pocket Watch, 52mm
By A. Lange & Söhne
Located in Berlin, DE
& Söhne 18K yellow gold savonette pocket watch
Classic triple-hinged hunter-case design
Enamel dial with
Category
20th Century German Pocket Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k 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
Elgin 14Kt. Gold Hunters Case Pocket with Kiln Fired Enamel Dial from 1887
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Hunters Case Pocket Watch
METAL / MATERIAL
Category
Antique 1880s American Pocket Watches
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
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Pocket Watches
Materials
10k Gold, Gold-filled
Patek Philippe Waltham Railroad 18K Yellow Gold Manual-Wind Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Aventura, FL
:
Brand: Patek Philippe
Reference number: Pocket Watch
Movement: Manual winding
Case material: Yellow gold
Category
1990s American Modernist Pocket Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Rare Gold and Enamel Presentation Pocket Watch with Portrait of Naser Shah
Located in New York, NY
A Rare Swiss Gold and Enamel Hunting Case Presentation Pocket Watch with A Portrait of Naser Al Din
Category
Antique 19th Century Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
Gold, Enamel
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Pocket Watch Case For Sale on 1stDibs
Surely you’ll find the exact pocket watch case you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Enamel. Find an antique version now, or shop for 241 vintage or 3 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. If you’re looking for a pocket watch case from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing pocket watch case — no matter the origin — is easy, but Patek Philippe, Elgin and American Waltham Watch Co. each produced a popular version that is worth a look. While most can agree that any pocket watch case from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Diamond version from the 1 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. If you’re browsing our inventory for a pocket watch case, 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 Pocket Watch Case?
On average, a pocket watch case at 1stDibs sells for $1,750, while they’re typically $55 on the low end and $66,811 for the highest priced versions of this item.
Finding the Right Pocket-watches for You
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.
Questions About Pocket Watch Case
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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 ExpertMarch 22, 2022The 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.
- What is a hunter pocket watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A 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, 2024The 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.
- What is the best pocket watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021The 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.
- How do I store pocket watches?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022How 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.
- What is a pocket watch fob?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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.
- What is a Fusee pocket watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A 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 ExpertDecember 17, 2024Rockford pocket watches were made in Rockford, Illinois. The company opened in 1874 and produced pocket watches that quickly became known for their elaborate dials. In 1915, the Rockford Watch Company ceased operations due to financial problems. Shop an assortment of Rockford Watch Company pocket watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Yes, pocket watches can be a good investment. However, many factors can influence the value of a pocket watch, including the brand, the style and the mechanism that powers it. Also, how well you maintain and care for the watch impacts what it is worth. You'll find a collection of antique and vintage pocket watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Yes, pocket watches can be worth something. A pocket watch's value depends on its age, rarity, and brand. The watch's brand name is the main factor in determining price.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024To identify a railroad pocket watch, first determine how you set and wind it. Most pocket watches have winding knobs, but railroad-grade timepieces were all made to be lever-set. To wind and set them, it's necessary to remove the bezel, so if your pocket watch has a winding knob, it's unlikely to be railroad-grade. There were also regulations concerning the numbers. All railroad-grade watches will have large black hour markers in Arabic, not Roman, numerals. Maker's markings may also provide a clue. Some well-known makers of railroad-grade pocket watches include Elgin, Hamilton, Waltham and E. Howard. For an expert opinion on your timepiece, have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer evaluate it. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of railroad pocket watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022To use a pocket watch chain, first attach one end to the fob of your watch. Then, tuck the watch into the watch pocket of your jacket. Thread the free end of the chain through your jacket buttonhole. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of pocket watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022The easiest way to identify your Elgin pocket watch is to enter the serial number into an authoritative online database. To find the serial number, open the timepiece and look at the inner movement. On 1stDibs, find a selection of expertly vetted Elgin pocket watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To open an Illinois pocket watch, take it to a watch repair shop or a jeweler. Experts advise against attempting to open pocket watches on your own because doing so without the proper tools can damage the timepieces. On 1stDibs, find a range of Illinois pocket watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A watch fob is the name for a pocket watch chain. It's utilized to make the pocket watch more accessible by providing a handle for the user to hold while taking it out of a vest or pant pocket. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of pocket watch chains.
- Who makes Elgin pocket watches?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024The answer to who makes Elgin pocket watches is a little complicated. In 1968, the Elgin National Watch Company closed and stopped producing its watches. However, the owners opted to license the Elgin name to other companies, allowing them to make their own watches that bear the brand’s name. The license changed hands a few times and, as of 2024, was the property of MZ Berger Inc. This company manufactures and sells Elgin pocket watches and wristwatches in China. These timepieces feature Japanese-made movements and bear little resemblance to the original pocket watches produced by Elgin. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Elgin watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024What 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, 2022To 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.
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