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Art Nouveau 18k Gold Diamond Pocket Watch, Fob Watch, Escasany
Art Nouveau 18k Gold Diamond Pocket Watch, Fob Watch, Escasany

Art Nouveau 18k Gold Diamond Pocket Watch, Fob Watch, Escasany

Located in NEWARK, GB

A truly spectacular antique Art Nouveau era, 18kt gold and Rose cut diamond pocket watch or fob

Category

Early 20th Century Swiss Art Nouveau Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

9k Yellow Gold Twisted Oval Link Pocket Watch Fob Converted Bracelet #24298
9k Yellow Gold Twisted Oval Link Pocket Watch Fob Converted Bracelet #24298

9k Yellow Gold Twisted Oval Link Pocket Watch Fob Converted Bracelet #24298

Located in Washington Depot, CT

9k Yellow Gold Twisted Oval Link Pocket Watch Fob Converted Bracelet Crafted from genuine 9-karat

Category

20th Century Contemporary Link Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Waltham Pocket Watch with Chain & Fob in Rose Gold and Heraldic Crest
Antique Waltham Pocket Watch with Chain & Fob in Rose Gold and Heraldic Crest

Antique Waltham Pocket Watch with Chain & Fob in Rose Gold and Heraldic Crest

By Waltham Watch Company

Located in New York, NY

The antique Waltham pocket watch, paired with its chain and fob, is a remarkable example of late

Category

Antique 1890s American Aesthetic Movement Pocket Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Antique 14K Gold Pocket Watch Chain with Lincoln & Grant Portrait Fob
Antique 14K Gold Pocket Watch Chain with Lincoln & Grant Portrait Fob

Antique 14K Gold Pocket Watch Chain with Lincoln & Grant Portrait Fob

Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY

An exceptional antique pocket watch chain crafted in solid 14K yellow gold, featuring a substantial

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Pocket Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Waltham Size "O" 14KT Yellow Gold Triple Case Open Face Pocket Watch
Waltham Size "O" 14KT Yellow Gold Triple Case Open Face Pocket Watch

Waltham Size "O" 14KT Yellow Gold Triple Case Open Face Pocket Watch

By Waltham Watch Company

Located in valatie, NY

Waltham Size "O" 14KT Yellow Gold Triple Case Open Face Pocket Watch With Fleur de Lis Fob Pin. The

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Carnelian Intaglio Victorian Fob Clip Pocket Watch Chain 10k Gold & Gold Filled
Carnelian Intaglio Victorian Fob Clip Pocket Watch Chain 10k Gold & Gold Filled

Carnelian Intaglio Victorian Fob Clip Pocket Watch Chain 10k Gold & Gold Filled

Located in Greensboro, NC

Era: Victorian Metal Content: Guaranteed 10k Gold (fob & ball charms) & Gold Filled as tested

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Victorian Pocket Watches

Materials

Carnelian, 10k Gold, Gold-filled

Elgin National 14K Yellow Gold Pocket Watch w Gold Chain and Elks Tooth Fob
Elgin National 14K Yellow Gold Pocket Watch w Gold Chain and Elks Tooth Fob

Elgin National 14K Yellow Gold Pocket Watch w Gold Chain and Elks Tooth Fob

By Elgin

Located in Mount Kisco, NY

Wheeler Grade 103 Model 3 Pocket Watch is a true find. Manufactured pre-1900 by one of America's most

Category

Antique 1890s American Pocket Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Silver Enamel Scherbel St. Moritz Ladies FOB Watch
Silver Enamel Scherbel St. Moritz Ladies FOB Watch

Silver Enamel Scherbel St. Moritz Ladies FOB Watch

Located in Montreal, QC

White dial and gold hand-stamped 925 Swiss-made watch. With a mechanical movement and in good

Category

20th Century Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Antique Swiss Silver & Guilloché Enamel Pendant/ Fob Watch, c.1890
Antique Swiss Silver & Guilloché Enamel Pendant/ Fob Watch, c.1890

Antique Swiss Silver & Guilloché Enamel Pendant/ Fob Watch, c.1890

Located in Portland, England

An exquisite antique Swiss guilloché enamel pendant/ fob watch with a ribbon brooch is dating to

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Art Nouveau Pocket Watches

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Watch Fob, Garnet & Pearl Details, England
Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Watch Fob, Garnet & Pearl Details, England

Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Watch Fob, Garnet & Pearl Details, England

Located in Palm Desert, CA

Victorian 14 Karat Gold Watch Fob with Sliding Station, a beautifully preserved example of antique

Category

Antique 1880s English Victorian Pocket Watches

Materials

Garnet, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

A Rare Gold Blue Enamel and Diamond Keywind Fob Watch C1860
A Rare Gold Blue Enamel and Diamond Keywind Fob Watch C1860

A Rare Gold Blue Enamel and Diamond Keywind Fob Watch C1860

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A Rare Gold Blue Enamel and Diamond Open Face Keywind Fob Watch C1860 Dial: The elegant Champagne

Category

Antique 1860s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique 10 Karat Rose Gold Folding Watch Chain Fob Pendant
Antique 10 Karat Rose Gold Folding Watch Chain Fob Pendant

Antique 10 Karat Rose Gold Folding Watch Chain Fob Pendant

Located in Wallkill, NY

Fabulous early Rose Gold Folding Watch chain. Measuring 3.8 x .65. This would look amazing added to

Category

Antique Early 1900s Pocket Watches

Materials

10k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage Art Deco 2.04 Carat Diamond and Platinum Ladies Fob Watch Circa 1940
Vintage Art Deco 2.04 Carat Diamond and Platinum Ladies Fob Watch Circa 1940

Vintage Art Deco 2.04 Carat Diamond and Platinum Ladies Fob Watch Circa 1940

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A stunning vintage Art Deco 2.04 carat diamond and platinum ladies fob watch brooch; part of our

Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Victorian 9K Gold Carved Jade Spinning Watch Fob Pendant
Victorian 9K Gold Carved Jade Spinning Watch Fob Pendant

Victorian 9K Gold Carved Jade Spinning Watch Fob Pendant

Located in beverly hills, CA

This is a beautiful Victorian style spinning pocket watch fob pendant in 9K yellow gold. The

Category

Antique 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Jade, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Native American Beaded Watch Fob with Crossed Flags, ca 1915-1920
Native American Beaded Watch Fob with Crossed Flags, ca 1915-1920

Native American Beaded Watch Fob with Crossed Flags, ca 1915-1920

Located in York County, PA

, circa 1915-1920’s Native American beaded pocket watch fob with a silver ground, on which appears a

Category

Vintage 1910s American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

Materials

Beads

Antique Gold Galloping Horse Motif Pocket Watch Chain, 19th Century
Antique Gold Galloping Horse Motif Pocket Watch Chain, 19th Century

Antique Gold Galloping Horse Motif Pocket Watch Chain, 19th Century

Located in Rotterdam, NL

This rare and luxurious 19th-century pocket watch chain is an outstanding example of equestrian

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Dutch Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

French 19th Century Pocket Watch Keys Fob Pendant
French 19th Century Pocket Watch Keys Fob Pendant

French 19th Century Pocket Watch Keys Fob Pendant

Located in Sofia, BG

Here we present three different pocket watch keys that could become a delicate jewellery. All are

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Metal

14 Karat Gold Black Jet Pocket Watch Chain Fob
14 Karat Gold Black Jet Pocket Watch Chain Fob

14 Karat Gold Black Jet Pocket Watch Chain Fob

Located in Wallkill, NY

1880's to 1890's Jet Watch Chain Fob. Lovely piece in lovely condition. 16.08 mm in diameter on

Category

Antique 1890s Victorian More Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold

14 Karat Gold Diamond Pocket Watch Chain Fob Pendant
14 Karat Gold Diamond Pocket Watch Chain Fob Pendant

14 Karat Gold Diamond Pocket Watch Chain Fob Pendant

Located in Wallkill, NY

14K Gold Mid Century Watch Chain. Measuring 4.5 in. long with a weaved ball that has 2 small accent

Category

Vintage 1960s Retro More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Pocket Watch Chain Fob Vintage German 1910s AK Monogram
Art Nouveau Pocket Watch Chain Fob Vintage German 1910s AK Monogram

Art Nouveau Pocket Watch Chain Fob Vintage German 1910s AK Monogram

Located in Nuernberg, DE

This is a lovely stylish pocket watch chain fob. It was almost certainly made in Germany, circa

Category

Vintage 1910s German Art Nouveau Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Ormolu, Metal

Antique German Art Nouveau Jewelry Pocket Watch Chain with Fob, 1900s
Antique German Art Nouveau Jewelry Pocket Watch Chain with Fob, 1900s

Antique German Art Nouveau Jewelry Pocket Watch Chain with Fob, 1900s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

This lovely pocket watch chain with sentimental FOB, pendant with a picture of a loved one, is

Category

Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Ormolu, Metal

Antique 14 Karat Rose and White Gold Pocket Watch Chain Fob
Antique 14 Karat Rose and White Gold Pocket Watch Chain Fob

Antique 14 Karat Rose and White Gold Pocket Watch Chain Fob

Located in Wallkill, NY

An exceptional Antique 14K Rose and White Gold Pocket Watch Chain. Stunning links on this piece

Category

Antique Early 1900s Unknown More Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

18ct Gold Victorian Engraved Pocket Watch Key Pendant with Amethyst Coloured Fob
18ct Gold Victorian Engraved Pocket Watch Key Pendant with Amethyst Coloured Fob

18ct Gold Victorian Engraved Pocket Watch Key Pendant with Amethyst Coloured Fob

Located in Brighton, GB

elegance of this exquisite Victorian pocket watch key, crafted from 18ct yellow gold. This stunning piece

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Georgian Antique Gold Citrine with Engraved Split Ring Fob Charm
Georgian Antique Gold Citrine with Engraved Split Ring Fob Charm

Georgian Antique Gold Citrine with Engraved Split Ring Fob Charm

Located in Rotterdam, NL

, fobs were essential accessories, primarily worn by men as attachments to their pocket watches. A fob

Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Gold, 9k Gold

Antique Victorian 15K Gold Carnelian Fob Pendant, Mid-19th Century
Antique Victorian 15K Gold Carnelian Fob Pendant, Mid-19th Century

Antique Victorian 15K Gold Carnelian Fob Pendant, Mid-19th Century

Located in Rotterdam, NL

. Originally worn on a gentleman’s pocket watch chain, fobs like this served as both a practical counterweight

Category

Antique Early 19th Century British Early Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Carnelian, 15k Gold, Gold

Georgian Antique Gold and Citrine Stone with Split Ring Fob Charm
Georgian Antique Gold and Citrine Stone with Split Ring Fob Charm

Georgian Antique Gold and Citrine Stone with Split Ring Fob Charm

Located in Rotterdam, NL

, fobs were essential accessories, primarily worn by men as attachments to their pocket watches. A fob

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Georgian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Gold, 9k Gold

Antique Champlevé Green Enamel Diamond Châtelaine and Watch Estate Fine Jewelry
Antique Champlevé Green Enamel Diamond Châtelaine and Watch Estate Fine Jewelry

Antique Champlevé Green Enamel Diamond Châtelaine and Watch Estate Fine Jewelry

Located in Montreal, QC

, suspending fob, key and watch with white enamel dial and Roman numerals. Champlevé Green Enamel, Hand set

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

14 Karat Yellow Gold Pocket Watch Fob with Blue Sapphire
14 Karat Yellow Gold Pocket Watch Fob with Blue Sapphire

14 Karat Yellow Gold Pocket Watch Fob with Blue Sapphire

Located in Little Neck, NY

14k Yellow Gold Pocket Watch Fob with blue sapphire. Vintage watch chain with Railroad Order Fob

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Pocket Watches

Materials

Sapphire, 14k Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Art Deco Watch Fob 39.1grams
14 Karat Yellow Gold Art Deco Watch Fob 39.1grams

14 Karat Yellow Gold Art Deco Watch Fob 39.1grams

Located in Sydney, NSW

An Art Deco 14k heavy gold pocket watch fob consisting of a heavy gold fob with faceted links and

Category

Vintage 1930s Hungarian Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Small Silver Pocket / Fob Watch
Antique Small Silver Pocket / Fob Watch

Antique Small Silver Pocket / Fob Watch

Located in Carlisle, GB

Antique Small Silver Pocket / Fob watch This beautifully engraved silver fob watch is working

Category

Antique 1880s Pocket Watches

Materials

Silver, Enamel

14 Karat Gold Small A.W.W. Co. Waltham Mass Pocket / Fob Watch
14 Karat Gold Small A.W.W. Co. Waltham Mass Pocket / Fob Watch

14 Karat Gold Small A.W.W. Co. Waltham Mass Pocket / Fob Watch

By American Waltham Watch Co.

Located in Carlisle, GB

This beautiful 33mm case diameter keyless gold pocket watch watch is in good working condition and

Category

Vintage 1910s American Pocket Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Enamel, Gold

Antique Small Gunmetal Pocket Fob Watch
Antique Small Gunmetal Pocket Fob Watch

Antique Small Gunmetal Pocket Fob Watch

Located in Carlisle, GB

This beautiful antique small pocket watch is working and ticking well. The back cover case is a

Category

Antique 1880s Pocket Watches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Midnight Blue Enamel & diamonds Fob Pocket Watch
Midnight Blue Enamel & diamonds Fob Pocket Watch

Midnight Blue Enamel & diamonds Fob Pocket Watch

Located in Carlisle, GB

A gorgeous Swiss midnight blue enamel ladies pin set fob watch. The dial of the watch is also

Category

Antique 1890s Pocket Watches

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Antique Small Gunmetal Hand-Winding Fob / Pocket Watch
Antique Small Gunmetal Hand-Winding Fob / Pocket Watch

Antique Small Gunmetal Hand-Winding Fob / Pocket Watch

Located in Carlisle, GB

This beautiful antique 32mm Diameter (excluding the crown) hand winding pocket watch is in good

Category

Antique 1880s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

Enamel, Gilt Metal

Antique 9K Gold Hand-Winding Ladies Fob / Pocket Watch
Antique 9K Gold Hand-Winding Ladies Fob / Pocket Watch

Antique 9K Gold Hand-Winding Ladies Fob / Pocket Watch

Located in Carlisle, GB

This beautiful 30mm diameter small gold Victorian period ladies pocket watch is in good working

Category

Antique 1880s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

9k Gold

Antique Small 9 Karat Gold Fob / Ladies Pocket Watch
Antique Small 9 Karat Gold Fob / Ladies Pocket Watch

Antique Small 9 Karat Gold Fob / Ladies Pocket Watch

Located in Carlisle, GB

This beautiful 33mm diameter antique gold watch is working and ticking well. Visible signs of

Category

Antique 1880s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

9k Gold, Enamel, Gold

Antique Silver Niello Stem-Wind Pocket/ Fob Watch with Chain
Antique Silver Niello Stem-Wind Pocket/ Fob Watch with Chain

Antique Silver Niello Stem-Wind Pocket/ Fob Watch with Chain

Located in Carlisle, GB

Antique Silver Niello Stem-wind Pocket/ Fob Watch with chain. This good quality watch is in good

Category

Antique 1890s Pocket Watches

Materials

Silver, Enamel, Niello

Small 9 Karat Gold Hans-Winding Antique Fob / Pocket Watch
Small 9 Karat Gold Hans-Winding Antique Fob / Pocket Watch

Small 9 Karat Gold Hans-Winding Antique Fob / Pocket Watch

Located in Carlisle, GB

This beautiful 33mm diameter antique gold hand-winding ladies Fob watch is working but it keep

Category

Antique 1880s British Pocket Watches

Materials

9k Gold, Gold

18 Karat Gold Victorian Period Ladies Fob or Pocket Watch
18 Karat Gold Victorian Period Ladies Fob or Pocket Watch

18 Karat Gold Victorian Period Ladies Fob or Pocket Watch

Located in Carlisle, GB

Swiss 18ct cylinder fob watch, gilt frosted bar movement, the gilded dial with a matt centre, Roman

Category

Antique 1880s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Very Fine and Rare 18 Karat Gold Antique Pocket / Fob Watch
Very Fine and Rare 18 Karat Gold Antique Pocket / Fob Watch

Very Fine and Rare 18 Karat Gold Antique Pocket / Fob Watch

Located in Carlisle, GB

This beautiful small 21mm diameter gold fob watch is in good working condition and it has been

Category

Antique 1860s French Early Victorian Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Enamel, Gold

Carnelian Watch Fob Set
Carnelian Watch Fob Set

Carnelian Watch Fob Set

Unavailable|$3,500

Carnelian Watch Fob Set

Located in New York, NY

Striking antique watch fob set distinctly designed in a mixture of 14 karat yellow and rose gold

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Pocket Watches

Materials

Carnelian, 14k Gold

Small 14 Karat Gold Key-Less Pendant Fob / Pocket Watch, circa 1900
Small 14 Karat Gold Key-Less Pendant Fob / Pocket Watch, circa 1900

Small 14 Karat Gold Key-Less Pendant Fob / Pocket Watch, circa 1900

Located in Carlisle, GB

This beautiful 28mm diameter antique gold pendant watch is working and it is ticking well. Visible

Category

Antique Early 1900s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Enamel, Gold

18 Karat Gold and Diamonds with Touched of Purple Enamel Fob / Pocket Watch
18 Karat Gold and Diamonds with Touched of Purple Enamel Fob / Pocket Watch

18 Karat Gold and Diamonds with Touched of Purple Enamel Fob / Pocket Watch

Located in Carlisle, GB

This beautiful antique hand-winding pin set fob / pendant pocket watch is in good working condition

Category

Antique 1880s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

Small Antique Silver Key-Wind Fob / Pocket
Small Antique Silver Key-Wind Fob / Pocket

Small Antique Silver Key-Wind Fob / Pocket

Located in Carlisle, GB

This beautiful small antique mechanical watch is working and it is ticking well. It’s come with

Category

Antique 1880s Pocket Watches

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Antique 15ct Gold Large Pocket Watch Key Fob c1850 625 Purity Heavy 3.1g
Antique 15ct Gold Large Pocket Watch Key Fob c1850 625 Purity Heavy 3.1g

Antique 15ct Gold Large Pocket Watch Key Fob c1850 625 Purity Heavy 3.1g

Located in Camelford, GB

SOLID GOLD LARGE POCKETWATCH KEY CHARM FOB DETAILS Material: 15ct (625/000) Solid Rosey Yellow Gold

Category

Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pocket Watches

Materials

Onyx, Gold, 15k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Gold Antique Pin Set and Hand Winding Ladies Fob / Pocket Watch
14 Karat Gold Antique Pin Set and Hand Winding Ladies Fob / Pocket Watch

14 Karat Gold Antique Pin Set and Hand Winding Ladies Fob / Pocket Watch

Located in Carlisle, GB

This beautiful 33mm diameter antique mechanical gold ladies watch is in good working condition and

Category

Antique 1880s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Enamel, Gold

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Pocket Watch Fob For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate pocket watch fob for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Enamel and 14k Gold. You can easily find a 138 antique edition and 4 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a pocket watch fob may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. A pocket watch fob from American Waltham Watch Co., Bucherer and Cartier — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. While most can agree that any pocket watch fob from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Diamond version from the 11 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also bead and ball cut versions for sale. When shopping for a pocket watch fob, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Pocket Watch Fob?

On average, a pocket watch fob at 1stDibs sells for $911, while they’re typically $121 on the low end and $6,780 for the highest priced versions of this item.
Questions About Pocket Watch Fob
  • 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 ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    A fob watch is called a pocket watch. The term comes from the fact that people often tuck the compact timepieces into their pockets after attaching them to a fob. On 1stDibs, find a collection of pocket watches from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    A watch fob was worn in one pocket of a vest. The wearer would feed the fob through a buttonhole and then drop the attached pocket watch into the opposite pocket. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of pocket watches from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A watch fob is a pocket watch chain. It is used to make the pocket watch more accessible, giving the user something to grab on to when pulling a pocket watch out of a vest or pants pocket. The classic way to wear a pocket watch is at the end of a fob in the waistcoat pocket. Shop a range of antique and designer watch fobs on 1stDibs.
  • 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An antique fob watch works with the help of a winding mechanism. Turning the winder puts tension on the clockwork gears, allowing them to move. Depending on the watch, you may wind it with a specially designed key or a winding crown located on the stem of the timepiece. You'll find a collection of antique fob watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A fusee pocket watch — named for the French word fusée — is an antique type of watch with a crescent pulley and a curved groove around it that is wound with a cord or chain. The chain is attached to the mainspring barrel. Find a range of vintage fusee pocket watches on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    The best pocket watch is a matter of preference. The earliest pocket watches were luxury items, and, owing to cost, they weren’t commonplace until the 19th century. Artfully crafted pocket watches were a symbol of wealth. Brands like Patek Philippe, Vacheron Constantin, and Audemars Piguet are internationally renowned makers of pocket watches. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage pocket watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    How you store pocket watches is largely a matter of personal preference. Generally, you should keep them in a storage container designed specifically for stowing delicate items, such as a velvet-lined jewelry box, a watch box or on a watch stand. Shop a variety of antique and vintage pocket watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    The way to speed up your pocket watch depends on the specific model of timepiece that you have. To avoid damage, take it to a watch repair shop with experience repairing pocket watches to make adjustments. You'll find a selection of pocket watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    A hunter pocket watch is a pocket watch with a metal case that has a spring hinged lid to cover the watch face and protect it from damage.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024
    The most highly sought-after pocket watch will vary over time as trends in collecting do come and go. However, some pocket watches remain consistently popular among collectors. These timepieces include dress watches, such as those crafted by Elgin, Audemars Piguet and Patek Phillippe; railroad pocket watches produced by makers like Illinois and Hamilton; and military timepieces manufactured by Rolex and Omega. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of pocket watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Full hunter pocket watches are a popular choice for those nostalgic for timepieces of years past. The solid outer case of this type of watch, which often features intricate designs, needs to be opened in order to reveal the watch’s face. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A pocket watch chain is called a fob, or watch fob. They can be made in a variety of materials, but most often appear in a metal that matches the case of the watch itself. Shop a collection of antique watch fobs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A key-wind pocket watch is a type of portable timepiece produced from the early 19th century through the middle of the 19th century. It features a mechanism that requires regular winding with a device called a winding key. Shop a range of key-wind pocket watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    A pocket watch with 17 jewels is called a fully jeweled watch. For the mechanical movement, it uses jewel bearings from the center wheel pivot to the balance wheel. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of antique and vintage pocket watch options.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A minute repeater pocket watch comes with a repeater that chimes the time by pushing a button. They come with three different chimes; the hours have a low chime, minute by a high chime, and quarter hours by a sequence of two chimes. Shop a range of antique and vintage pocket watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    Like its hunter-case cousin, the half-hunter pocket watch features a protective lid or case that protects the face of the watch. The distinction is that the case front has a viewing window that allows the owner to check the time without having to open the pocket watch lid. The hours are frequently inscribed in blue enamel on the exterior lid itself, making it possible to tell the time without opening the case. Shop a range of vintage half-hunter pocket watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Pocket watches come in a variety of sizes but the most popular sizes for women are 0s, 6s and 8s. Measuring pocket watches is a bit confusing and to make it easier a 0s is1.166”, a 6s is 1.367” and 8s is 1.433”. So it’s fairly safe to say that an average size for a woman’s pocket watch is between 1 and 1.5 inches. Find vintage and contemporary pocket watches from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Rolex made pocket watches from 1905 through to the 1970s. The last pocket watch released was a small, ultra-formal 18 karat piece. Own a piece of history by shopping a selection of Rolex pocket watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.