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Hamilton Brass Pocket Watch with Display Back
Hamilton Brass Pocket Watch with Display Back

Hamilton Brass Pocket Watch with Display Back

By Hamilton

Located in Mount Kisco, NY

Enjoy seeing the craftsmanship in this Hamilton 917 Brass Pocket Watch, expertly restored with a

Category

Mid-20th Century American Pocket Watches

Materials

Brass

A. Lange & Söhne, 18 Karat Gold, Chronograph Pocket Watch, 1898 Constantinopel
A. Lange & Söhne, 18 Karat Gold, Chronograph Pocket Watch, 1898 Constantinopel

A. Lange & Söhne, 18 Karat Gold, Chronograph Pocket Watch, 1898 Constantinopel

By A. Lange & Söhne

Located in Berlin, DE

display. This pocket watch was originally sold to the Huber Frères company in Constantinople

Category

Antique 19th Century German Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

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French Miniature Sedan Chair Pocket Watch Display Holder, C.1890
French Miniature Sedan Chair Pocket Watch Display Holder, C.1890

French Miniature Sedan Chair Pocket Watch Display Holder, C.1890

Located in Atlanta, GA

Pocket watch perfection! A charming late 19th Century French pocket watch display stand in the

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Antique 1880s French Belle Époque Pocket Watches

Rolex Cellini Pocket Watch 18 Karat Gold, 3727, circa 1970s
Rolex Cellini Pocket Watch 18 Karat Gold, 3727, circa 1970s

Rolex Cellini Pocket Watch 18 Karat Gold, 3727, circa 1970s

By Rolex

Located in Braintree, GB

Rolex Cellini 18K Gold Pocket Watch Made in Switzerland Circa 1970's Fully hallmarked Pocket Watch

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold

International Watch Company Automatic Gents Wristwatch
International Watch Company Automatic Gents Wristwatch

International Watch Company Automatic Gents Wristwatch

By IWC

Located in London, GB

sourced from the nearby River Rhine to manufacture pocket watch movements of the highest possible quality

Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold

Illinois Watch Company Display Back Pocket Watch
Illinois Watch Company Display Back Pocket Watch

Illinois Watch Company Display Back Pocket Watch

By Illinois Watch Company

Located in Mount Kisco, NY

This sweet antique Illinois Watch Co. private label for Burlington Brass Pocket Watch, circa 1919

Category

Early 20th Century American Pocket Watches

Materials

Brass

Illinois Steel Pocket Watch with Display Back
Illinois Steel Pocket Watch with Display Back

Illinois Steel Pocket Watch with Display Back

By Illinois Watch Company

Located in Mount Kisco, NY

Enjoy seeing the craftsmanship in this Illinois 305 Steel Pocket Watch expertly restored with a

Category

Early 20th Century American Pocket Watches

Materials

Steel

Waltham Seaside Display Back Brass Antique Pocket Watch
Waltham Seaside Display Back Brass Antique Pocket Watch

Waltham Seaside Display Back Brass Antique Pocket Watch

By Waltham Watch Company

Located in Mount Kisco, NY

Seaside Brass Pocket Watch is great find. Has a white face and Arabic numerals. The case size is 45mm and

Category

Antique 1890s American Pocket Watches

Materials

Brass

Waltham Watch Company Steel Pocket Watch with Display Back
Waltham Watch Company Steel Pocket Watch with Display Back

Waltham Watch Company Steel Pocket Watch with Display Back

By American Waltham Watch Co.

Located in Mount Kisco, NY

Enjoy seeing the unmatched craftsmanship in this American Waltham Watch Company Steel Pocket Watch

Category

Early 20th Century American Pocket Watches

Materials

Other, Steel

Rockford Watch Co. Railroad Style Pocket Watch with Skeleton Display Back
Rockford Watch Co. Railroad Style Pocket Watch with Skeleton Display Back

Rockford Watch Co. Railroad Style Pocket Watch with Skeleton Display Back

By Rockford Watch Company

Located in Mount Kisco, NY

Enjoy this circa 1903 Rockford Railroad Style Pocket Watch with fancy engraved brass case. This

Category

Antique Early 1900s American Pocket Watches

Materials

Brass

Waltham American Watch Company Stainless Steel Display Back Pocket Watch
Waltham American Watch Company Stainless Steel Display Back Pocket Watch

Waltham American Watch Company Stainless Steel Display Back Pocket Watch

By American Waltham Watch Co.

Located in Mount Kisco, NY

Circa 1902, Stainless Steel Waltham American Watch Co. Display Back Pocket Watch , Serial #1131634

Category

Antique Early 1900s American Pocket Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Illinois Bunn Special Brass Pocket Watch with Display Back
Illinois Bunn Special Brass Pocket Watch with Display Back

Illinois Bunn Special Brass Pocket Watch with Display Back

By Illinois Watch Company

Located in Mount Kisco, NY

Enjoy seeing the craftsmanship in this Illinois Bunn Special Brass Pocket Watch expertly restored

Category

Early 20th Century American Pocket Watches

Materials

Brass

American Waltham Watch Company Men's Pocket Watch with Skeleton Display Back
American Waltham Watch Company Men's Pocket Watch with Skeleton Display Back

American Waltham Watch Company Men's Pocket Watch with Skeleton Display Back

By American Waltham Watch Co.

Located in Mount Kisco, NY

By Waltham Watch Company, this circa 1926 antique brass pocket watch, model number 1894, has been

Category

Early 20th Century American Pocket Watches

Materials

Brass

Antique American Waltham Watch Co. Circa 1901 Brass Pocket Watch W Display Back
Antique American Waltham Watch Co. Circa 1901 Brass Pocket Watch W Display Back

Antique American Waltham Watch Co. Circa 1901 Brass Pocket Watch W Display Back

By American Waltham Watch Co.

Located in Mount Kisco, NY

backside as this classic 1901 American Waltham Pocket Watch Model 1894 ticks away time. In brass, this

Category

Early 20th Century American Pocket Watches

Materials

Brass

Elgin Watch Company Display Back Pocket Watch
Elgin Watch Company Display Back Pocket Watch

Elgin Watch Company Display Back Pocket Watch

By Elgin

Located in Mount Kisco, NY

restored Elgin pocket watch. Made in 1927, this antique 44mm watch has an ornate nickel case, silver toned

Category

Vintage 1920s American Pocket Watches

Antique Elgin National Watch Company Display Back Brass Pocket Watch
Antique Elgin National Watch Company Display Back Brass Pocket Watch

Antique Elgin National Watch Company Display Back Brass Pocket Watch

By Elgin

Located in Mount Kisco, NY

Pocket Watch No. 345. Outfitted with glass display back allowing view of the intricate 17 jeweled acid

Category

Vintage 1920s American Pocket Watches

Materials

Brass

Antique Tacy Watch Company Admiral Display Back Pocket Watch, Circa 1920
Antique Tacy Watch Company Admiral Display Back Pocket Watch, Circa 1920

Antique Tacy Watch Company Admiral Display Back Pocket Watch, Circa 1920

Located in Mount Kisco, NY

Admiral pocket watch with skeleton display back. In watch size 45mm (measuring 1-3/4 inches), this admiral

Category

Vintage 1920s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Antique Elgin Men's Pocket Watch with Skeleton Display Back
Antique Elgin Men's Pocket Watch with Skeleton Display Back

Antique Elgin Men's Pocket Watch with Skeleton Display Back

By Elgin

Located in Mount Kisco, NY

By Elgin National Watch Co., this circa 1912 American made brass pocket watch model #303 has been

Category

Early 20th Century American Pocket Watches

Materials

Brass

Elgin B.W. Raymond Pocket Watch with Display Back
Elgin B.W. Raymond Pocket Watch with Display Back

Elgin B.W. Raymond Pocket Watch with Display Back

By Elgin

Located in Mount Kisco, NY

Watch expertly restored with a unique display back allowing the intricate parts of this timepiece to be

Category

Early 20th Century American Pocket Watches

Materials

Brass

Audemars Piquet Swiss Platinum Display Back Pocket Watch for Tiffany & Co
Audemars Piquet Swiss Platinum Display Back Pocket Watch for Tiffany & Co

Audemars Piquet Swiss Platinum Display Back Pocket Watch for Tiffany & Co

By Audemars Piguet

Located in Mount Kisco, NY

Sleek, late twentieth century platinum pocket watch by Audemars Piquet Swiss for Tiffany & Co. with

Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

Platinum

Hamilton Model 917 Vintage Pocket Watch with Display Back circa 1939
Hamilton Model 917 Vintage Pocket Watch with Display Back circa 1939

Hamilton Model 917 Vintage Pocket Watch with Display Back circa 1939

By Hamilton

Located in Mount Kisco, NY

Pocket Watch with skeleton display back. In watch size 10S, measuring approximately 1-3/4 inches, this

Category

Vintage 1930s American Pocket Watches

Rolex Sabot or Hoof Dealer Display Clock "Time to the Second"
Rolex Sabot or Hoof Dealer Display Clock "Time to the Second"

Rolex Sabot or Hoof Dealer Display Clock "Time to the Second"

By Rolex

Located in Viana do Castelo, PT

Rolex Sabot or Hoof Dealer Display Clock - Finest example we have ever seen; Electro- mechanical

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Post-War Pocket Watches

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Gucci by Tom Ford Red Sheepskin Floor-Length Double-Breasted Coat, fw 1996

By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci

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By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

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Vintage Eska Steel Military Style Men's Wrist Watch
Vintage Eska Steel Military Style Men's Wrist Watch

Vintage Eska Steel Military Style Men's Wrist Watch

Located in Mount Kisco, NY

Add this great post-war, Swiss-made Eska Military Style Wrist Watch to your vintage collection. In brushed steel, this 31mm watch has its original mat silver-toned face with Roman nu...

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, Steel

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 50th anniversary 41mm  with box and papers, 2022
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 50th anniversary 41mm  with box and papers, 2022

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 50th anniversary 41mm with box and papers, 2022

By Audemars Piguet

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage ROLEX Watch. 9k YG Rolex 4533 Square Tank Manual Wristwatch.
Vintage ROLEX Watch. 9k YG Rolex 4533 Square Tank Manual Wristwatch.

Vintage ROLEX Watch. 9k YG Rolex 4533 Square Tank Manual Wristwatch.

By Rolex

Located in Port Charlotte, FL

Vintage Rolex Square Mens Watch 9k Yellow Gold Ref 4533 Windup Movement. Runs well. Circa 1940s Beautiful Watch. New Genuine Leather band. 27mm square case

Category

Vintage 1940s Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

9k Gold

Bretitling Stainless Steel Chronomat Mens Wristwatch
Bretitling Stainless Steel Chronomat Mens Wristwatch

Bretitling Stainless Steel Chronomat Mens Wristwatch

By Breitling

Located in Stamford, CT

Breitling stainless steel Chronomat men's wristwatch, a masterpiece of precision and style that commands attention. Case diameter 44mm with a total length top to bottom 51mm. Its rob...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Omega Choreograph Vintage 18k gold wrist watch cal.33.3 1950
Omega Choreograph Vintage 18k gold wrist watch cal.33.3 1950

Omega Choreograph Vintage 18k gold wrist watch cal.33.3 1950

By Omega

Located in Berlin, BE

Handaufzugs omega uhr in 18k gelbgold mit lederband und orginaler omega dornschließe cal.33,3 plexiglas uhr weisst leichte gebrauchspuren

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Aesthetic Movement Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Important Harry Winston Diamond 23 Carat Certified Emerald Pendant Necklace
Important Harry Winston Diamond 23 Carat Certified Emerald Pendant Necklace

Important Harry Winston Diamond 23 Carat Certified Emerald Pendant Necklace

By Harry Winston

Located in New York, NY

Important Harry Winston Diamond 23 Carat Certified Emerald Pendant Necklace An 18k gold and platinum detachable pendant necklace, set with diamonds and emerald, signed Harry Winston....

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Vintage 1960s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

Cartier EWC Gold and Enamel 1920s Pocket Watch
Cartier EWC Gold and Enamel 1920s Pocket Watch

Cartier EWC Gold and Enamel 1920s Pocket Watch

By Cartier

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1920s Cartier pocket Watch, 46 MM Diameter and 4.5 MM thick 18K Yellow Gold 2 piece case. Blue and White Guilloche Enamel. Mechanical, Manual wind EWC, European Watch & Clock M...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold

GIA Certified 54.52 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond and Platinum Tennis Bracelet
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GIA Certified 54.52 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond and Platinum Tennis Bracelet

By GEMME

Located in New York, NY

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Christian Dior by John Galliano black silk strapless trained gown,  fw 2008
Christian Dior by John Galliano black silk strapless trained gown,  fw 2008

Christian Dior by John Galliano black silk strapless trained gown, fw 2008

By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior

Located in London, GB

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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Van Cleef & Arpels Oval Sapphires and Baguette Diamond Bracelet Circa - 1938
Van Cleef & Arpels Oval Sapphires and Baguette Diamond Bracelet Circa - 1938

Van Cleef & Arpels Oval Sapphires and Baguette Diamond Bracelet Circa - 1938

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in New York, NY

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Vintage 1930s Link Bracelets

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Rolex President Brown Dial Diamond 18K Day Date Watch Ref 18038
Rolex President Brown Dial Diamond 18K Day Date Watch Ref 18038

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By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

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Vintage Jaeger-LeCoultre Watch, c.1950s
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By Jaeger-LeCoultre

Located in London, GB

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Patek Philippe Annual Calendar Tiffany Limited Ediiton Yellow Gold Watch 5150J
Patek Philippe Annual Calendar Tiffany Limited Ediiton Yellow Gold Watch 5150J

Patek Philippe Annual Calendar Tiffany Limited Ediiton Yellow Gold Watch 5150J

By Patek Philippe

Located in Aventura, FL

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Unworn Rolex Rainbow Daytona 116595RBOW

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By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

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Pocket Watch Display For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact pocket watch display you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Brass, Stainless Steel and Steel. You’re likely to find the perfect pocket watch display among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Finding an appealing pocket watch display — no matter the origin — is easy, but American Waltham Watch Co., Elgin and Hamilton each produced a popular version that is worth a look. Take a look at a pocket watch display featuring Other from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. Today, if you’re looking for an uncut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes alternatives. Most of our pocket watch display for sale are for men, but there are 3 pieces available to browse for women.

How Much is a Pocket Watch Display?

On average, a pocket watch display at 1stDibs sells for $632, while they’re typically $450 on the low end and $5,800 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 Display
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A pocket watch pocket is called by a number of names. You will sometimes see people refer to it simply as a watch pocket. Other names include a coin pocket or a fob pocket. Find a variety of antique pocket watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    The best pocket watch is a matter of preference. The earliest pocket watches were luxury items, and, owing to cost, they weren’t commonplace until the 19th century. Artfully crafted pocket watches were a symbol of wealth. Brands like Patek Philippe, Vacheron Constantin, and Audemars Piguet are internationally renowned makers of pocket watches. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage pocket watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    How you store pocket watches is largely a matter of personal preference. Generally, you should keep them in a storage container designed specifically for stowing delicate items, such as a velvet-lined jewelry box, a watch box or on a watch stand. Shop a variety of antique and vintage pocket watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A pocket watch fob refers to the chain or ribbon to which a pocket watch is attached. Its purpose was to make the watch more readily accessible to the wearer. You’ll find a variety of pocket watch fobs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A fusee pocket watch — named for the French word fusée — is an antique type of watch with a crescent pulley and a curved groove around it that is wound with a cord or chain. The chain is attached to the mainspring barrel. Find a range of vintage fusee pocket watches on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    The way to speed up your pocket watch depends on the specific model of timepiece that you have. To avoid damage, take it to a watch repair shop with experience repairing pocket watches to make adjustments. You'll find a selection of pocket watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    A hunter pocket watch is a pocket watch with a metal case that has a spring hinged lid to cover the watch face and protect it from damage.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024
    The most highly sought-after pocket watch will vary over time as trends in collecting do come and go. However, some pocket watches remain consistently popular among collectors. These timepieces include dress watches, such as those crafted by Elgin, Audemars Piguet and Patek Phillippe; railroad pocket watches produced by makers like Illinois and Hamilton; and military timepieces manufactured by Rolex and Omega. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of pocket watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024
    What the most expensive pocket watch is will vary over time as luxury watchmakers release new models. In 2019, Patek Philippe set a record when a brand new Grandmaster Chime Ref. 6300A-010 fetched an auction price of $31 million, making it the most expensive pocket watch ever sold. Before that, another Patek Philippe model, a 1932 Henry Graves Supercomplication, held the record. Explore a wide range of pocket watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To know if your pocket watch is valuable, consult a licensed appraiser. Choose one with experience appraising antique and vintage timepieces. Having your pocket watch evaluated by a knowledgeable professional is the only way to be certain of its value. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique and vintage pocket watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    To change a battery in a pocket watch, you must first remove the watch back. Depending on the type of watch, you may need a specially designed tool or a precision screwdriver to accomplish this task. Once you have the back removed, you may need to remove parts to access the battery and perform the replacement. Because there is so much variability in timepiece design and you could potentially damage your watch when removing the back and other parts, experts recommend having an experienced watch repairer replace the battery. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of pocket watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The best way to determine the year of a pocket watch is to identify and look up the serial number. Pocket watch serial numbers can be located inside the watch once you remove or open the back cover of the watch. Shop a wide range of pocket watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    How to open a Howard pocket watch depends on its design. However, experts recommend that you don't attempt to open one yourself. Instead, take the piece to a watch repair center that has experience servicing pocket watches. Doing so will help you avoid damaging the timepiece. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Howard pocket watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Rolex made pocket watches from 1905 through to the 1970s. The last pocket watch released was a small, ultra-formal 18 karat piece. Own a piece of history by shopping a selection of Rolex pocket watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To open a Hamilton pocket watch, take it to a reputable watch repair shop. Experts advise against opening antique pocket watches on your own because special tools are necessary to avoid damaging the timepieces. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Hamilton pocket watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Pocket watches come in a variety of sizes but the most popular sizes for women are 0s, 6s and 8s. Measuring pocket watches is a bit confusing and to make it easier a 0s is1.166”, a 6s is 1.367” and 8s is 1.433”. So it’s fairly safe to say that an average size for a woman’s pocket watch is between 1 and 1.5 inches. Find vintage and contemporary pocket watches from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A minute repeater pocket watch comes with a repeater that chimes the time by pushing a button. They come with three different chimes; the hours have a low chime, minute by a high chime, and quarter hours by a sequence of two chimes. Shop a range of antique and vintage pocket watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A pocket watch chain is called a fob, or watch fob. They can be made in a variety of materials, but most often appear in a metal that matches the case of the watch itself. Shop a collection of antique watch fobs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    A pocket watch with 17 jewels is called a fully jeweled watch. For the mechanical movement, it uses jewel bearings from the center wheel pivot to the balance wheel. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of antique and vintage pocket watch options.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    Like its hunter-case cousin, the half-hunter pocket watch features a protective lid or case that protects the face of the watch. The distinction is that the case front has a viewing window that allows the owner to check the time without having to open the pocket watch lid. The hours are frequently inscribed in blue enamel on the exterior lid itself, making it possible to tell the time without opening the case. Shop a range of vintage half-hunter pocket watches on 1stDibs.