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Antique bronze and horn pocket watch holder
Located in Vienna, AT
Antique pocket watch holder made of bronze and horn, fine workmanship, pocket watch is included
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Antique 1880s Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Brass

Antique bronze and horn pocket watch holder
Antique bronze and horn pocket watch holder
H 7.88 in W 3.15 in D 9.45 in
Antique English Wrought Iron Dragon Motif Pocket Watch Holder
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Antique English wrought iron dragon motif pocket watch holder.
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20th Century English Gothic More Desk Accessories

Materials

Wrought Iron

French Rococo Pocket Watch Holder or Display Stand of Gilt Bronze
Located in Austin, TX
A fine French pocket watch holder or display stand of gilt bronze from the late 19th c. featuring a
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Antique Late 19th Century French Rococo Centerpieces

Materials

Metal, Bronze

French Art Deco Gilt Bronze Standing Bird & Serpent Pocket Watch Holder
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
French Art Deco Gilt Bronze Standing Bird & Serpent Pocket Watch Holder France, Circa 1920s
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco More Desk Accessories

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Folk Art Wooden and Brass Pocket Watch Holder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th century Folk Art wooden and brass pocket watch holder. Unique and most certainly one-of-a-kind
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Antique 19th Century Folk Art More Folk Art

Materials

Brass

Late 17th Century French Fine Carved Wood and Polychromed Pocket Watch Holder
Located in North Miami, FL
Late 17th century French extremely fine carved wood polychromed and gold gilded pocket watch holder
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Antique 17th Century French Baroque Animal Sculptures

Materials

Lucite, Wood

French Art Déco 'Pélican' Night Light / Pocket Watch Holder by Max Le Verrier
By Max Le Verrier
Located in South Gippsland, Victoria
A rare combination of night light & pocket watch holder modelled as a pelican with an open beak
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Animal Sculptures

Materials

Spelter

Beautiful Antique Loving Cherubs Gold Metal Pocket Watch Holder or Porte Montre
Located in Tustin, CA
included. Weighs approximately 8.47 ounces. During the 19th Century, people used pocket watch holders
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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Vanity Items

Materials

Brass

Bronze Jewelry or Pocket Watch Holder Display Stand, France
Located in Barntrup, DE
Adorable bronze jewelry stand or ring tree, ornate with summer meadow details. France, mid-20th century. Dimensions: height 8.5 cm / 3.34 in; width 8.5 cm / 3.34 in; length 14 cm / ...
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Mid-20th Century French Folk Art Hat Racks and Stands

Materials

Bronze

19th Century French Neoclassical Bronze "Porte Montre" or Pocket Watch Holder
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A fine quality neoclassical watch holder "porte montre" (in french) in patinated bronze featuring a
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Antique Mid-18th Century French Neoclassical Revival Table Clocks and De...

Materials

Bronze

Antique Pocket Watch Stand Moon, Brass, Art Nouveau, France, 1910s
By Gaston Bigard
Located in Greven, DE
Beautiful pocket watch holder in the shape of a moon. France, around 1910.
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Carriage Clocks and Travel Clocks

Materials

Brass

Papier Mâché Watch Holder, circa 1840
Located in valatie, NY
floral and bird decoration. This "Pocket Watch Holder" would have been prominently displayed on a
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Antique 1840s American Victorian Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Paper

Papier Mâché Watch Holder, circa 1840
Papier Mâché Watch Holder, circa 1840
H 7.75 in W 7.25 in D 2.25 in
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
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Pocket Watches

Materials

Carnelian, 14k Gold

Carnelian Watch Fob Set
Carnelian Watch Fob Set
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W 2.25 in
Italian, Late 18th Century Watch Holder with Father Time
Located in valatie, NY
the watch opening, his arm is holding a floral filled vase. This "Pocket Watch Holder" would have been
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Antique 1790s Italian Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

English Staffordshire Watch Holder with Scottish Figures and Lambs
Located in valatie, NY
. Beautifully decorated and lambs have grainey decoration. This "Pocket Watch Holder" would have been
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Pottery

Materials

Pottery

Staffordshire Pearlware Bocage Figure Watch Holder, circa 1820
Located in valatie, NY
are rare. This "Pocket Watch Holder" would have been prominently displayed on a gentleman's desk or
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Antique Early 19th Century English Pottery

Materials

Ceramic

Rosewood Watch Holder, Small Pocket Watch Stand with Applied Decoration
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
Rosewood watch holder. Small pocket watch stand with applied decoration. A must have item for
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Antique 1840s English Regency Scientific Instruments

Materials

Wood

Van Cleef & Arpels 2 in 1 Lipstick Holder and Pocket Watch, Malachite and Onyx
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Berlin, DE
Fabulous and extreme rare Van Cleef & Arpels 2 in 1 accessory. Lipstick Holder and Ladies Pocket
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20th Century Art Deco Vanity Items

Materials

Malachite, Onyx

19th Century Giltwood Watch Holder
Located in New Orleans, LA
Beautifully carved figural giltwood pocket watch stand.
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Antique Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Table Clocks and Desk Cl...

19th Century Giltwood Watch Holder
19th Century Giltwood Watch Holder
H 14.25 in W 14.25 in D 6.5 in
Antique French Spelter Eagle Themed Watch Holder
Located in Victoria, BC
Here is a handsome Antique French Spelter Eagle Themed Watch Holder. This holder features an eagle
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Early 20th Century French Animal Sculptures

Materials

Spelter

Edwardian 18k Gold Enamel Pearl Pocket Watch Pendant
Located in Versailles, FR
pocket watch pendant. It has an elegant bluish gray guilloche enameling and is framed with the gentle
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Early 20th Century French Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel

Scandinavian 18th Century Folk Art Carved Watch Holder
Located in Copenhagen, K
Very beautiful and original painted Folk Art watch holder, made for the pocket watch when you were
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Antique Late 18th Century Danish Folk Art Clocks

Materials

Wood

Antique French Bronze Pocket Watch Stand / Match Strike, Equestrian / Horses
Located in Bath, GB
A fabulous antique French pocket watch stand, from the Bordeaux "Le Bouscat" racecourse, the
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Antique Early 1900s French Late Victorian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Antique French Empire bronze and marble watch holder - 19th century
Located in GRENOBLE, FR
Antique French Empire watch holder, early 19th century circa 1820. The watch holder allows
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Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Siena Marble, Bronze

Sculpture of a Borzoi Greyhound, Watch Holder, France, circa 1880
Located in Milan, IT
A lost wax watch holder bronze, depicting a standing Borzoi greyhound, fully detailed. Circular
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Antique Late 19th Century French Animal Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Bronze

A Chinese huanghuali, wumu and mother-of-pearl watch holder
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Canton, 2nd half 19th century H. 22.5 x W. 30 x D. 12.5 cm The pocket watch, an antique Swiss
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture

Materials

Wood

A Chinese huanghuali, wumu and mother-of-pearl watch holder
A Chinese huanghuali, wumu and mother-of-pearl watch holder
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H 8.86 in W 4.93 in D 4.93 in
Antique Franz Bergman Vienna Cold Painted Bronze Cobra Snake Statue Watch Holder
By Franz Bergmann
Located in GB
bronze Statue / Watch holder by the wonder that is Franz Bergman. Fully stamped to the base with the
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Antique Early 1900s Italian Late Victorian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

1890 Victorian 10k Rose Gold Seed Pearl and Diamond Heart Pin Watch Holder
Located in Lexington, KY
your pocket or to decorate your blazer! The watch hook adds another function to this beautiful piece
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Antique 1890s Victorian Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, 10k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Gold Gilt Metal Long Guard Chain Brass Sovereign Coin Holder Pendant
Located in London, GB
coin holder pendant. The dog clip would have originally been used to hold a pocket watch. The coin
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Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Brass, Gilt Metal

Edgar Brandt Style Hand Forged Iron Snake or Serpent Sculpture, Austria, 1920s
By Edgar Brandt
Located in Vienna, AT
shelf, but also suitable as a paperweight, a jewelry ring holder or a pocket watch Stand. In good
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Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Nouveau Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Sterling silver double sovereign case Chester 1912
Located in East Geelong, VIC
owners watch chain and resided in his vest pocket. It measures 56 mm (2.25 inches) in width, is 27 mm
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Vintage 1910s English Edwardian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

19th century Chinese canton black lacquered desk cabinet
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
which would of housed a pocket watch, flanked either side by 2 open compartments. The central tabernacle
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Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Alabaster

English Antique, Sovereign Coin & Stamps Case, Hallmarked Birmingham 1911
By William Hair Haseler
Located in York, GB
, Birmingham. A superb Sovereign Case, with two spring loaded coin holders. Designed to hold up to four
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Vintage 1910s English Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Antique Brass Pocket Watch Holder with Angels
Located in Chicago, IL
This is a nicely designed pocket watch holder, having a good finish and sharp detailing.
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Vintage 1910s More Desk Accessories

Materials

Brass

Gilt Brass Watch Holder
Located in Newport Beach, CA
A very attractive gilt cast brass pocket watch holder in the form of two putti flanking the central
Category

English Desk Accessories

Materials

Brass

Gilt Brass Watch Holder
Gilt Brass Watch Holder
H 10 in W 8.5 in D 5 in
Staffordshire 'Bracket Clock' Watch Holder, circa 1820
By Staffordshire
Located in Geelong, Victoria
display a pocket watch, a smaller hole and three other openings to the rear. Circa 1820
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Antique 1820s English Georgian Pottery

Materials

Pottery

Open Link Double Albert Chain in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
By Dudley VanDyke
Located in Charleston, SC
watch fobs and chains, can be worn as a necklace or fashioned as a watch holder if worn by a man in the
Category

2010s Chain Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold

Rolo Double Albert Chain in 14 Karat Gold
By Dudley VanDyke
Located in Charleston, SC
personal watches in waistcoat pockets. The short chains, attached for easy handling of the watch, became
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2010s Chain Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold

Oval Twist Double Albert Chain in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
By Dudley VanDyke
Located in Charleston, SC
personal watches in waistcoat pockets. The short chains, attached for easy handling of the watch, became
Category

2010s Chain Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold

Soho Double Albert Chain in Sterling Silver
By Dudley VanDyke
Located in Charleston, SC
European watch fobs and chains, can be worn as a necklace or fashioned as a watch holder if worn by a man
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2010s Chain Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Oval Twist Double Albert Chain in Sterling Silver
By Dudley VanDyke
Located in Charleston, SC
European watch fobs and chains, can be worn as a necklace or fashioned as a watch holder if worn by a man
Category

2010s Chain Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Kristopher Double Albert Chain in 14 Karat Gold
By Dudley VanDyke
Located in Charleston, SC
chains, can be worn as a necklace or fashioned as a watch holder if worn by a man in the traditional
Category

2010s Chain Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold

Antique 15ct Rose Gold Cherry Amber Cigar Holder 625 Purity Cheroot Boxed
Located in Camelford, GB
SOLID GOLD CHERRY AMBER CIGAR / CHEROOT HOLDER DETAILS Material: 15ct (625/000) Solid Rose Gold collar
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, 15k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Sterling Silver Pocket Watch Holder - London 1898
By William Comyns
Located in London, London
Pocket Watch Holder, is plain in style, featuring a leather back, and a push button to open the case and
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Antique 1890s English Victorian Carriage Clocks and Travel Clocks

Materials

Sterling Silver

Swedish 19th Century Engraved and Gilt Steel Pocket Watch Holder
Located in Stockholm, SE
A Swedish 19th century engraved and gilt steel pocket watch holder. The engraving showing the old
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Antique Late 19th Century Swedish More Desk Accessories

Materials

Steel

Rare 19th c. Hand Blown Crystal Pocket Watch Holder with Dome
Located in Great Barrington, MA
An amazing hand blown pocket watch holder in cranberry and clear crystal with a latticino twist
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Clocks

Edwardian-Style Sterling Silver-Mounted Crystal Inkwell/Pocket Watch Holder
Located in New York, NY
Edwardian-style, sterling silver-mounted, crystal inkwell/pocket watch holder, London, 1988
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Vintage 1980s English Edwardian Sterling Silver

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

Unusual Edwardian Sterling Silver-Mounted Crystal Inkwell or Pocket Watch Holder
By John Grinsell & Sons
Located in New York, NY
Unusual, Edwardian, sterling silver-mounted crystal inkwell or pocket watch holder, Birmingham
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Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Sterling Silver

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

Egyptian Revival Snake Form Pocket Watch Holder
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
is fabricated in cast bronze. The Elgin pocket watch is included with the holder. Note: Dimensions
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Early 20th Century French Egyptian Revival More Desk Accessories

Materials

Bronze

Charming Black Forest Pocket Watch Holder, Hare, circa 1900
Located in Bath, GB
A wonderful figural pocket watch stand (pocket watch not included) from Black Forest region, hand
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Antique Early 1900s Swiss Black Forest Animal Sculptures

Early 20th Century Austrian Bronze Cobra Pocket Watch Holder by, Franz Bergman
By Franz Bergmann
Located in Englewood, NJ
pocket-watch as photographed. The bronze is signed with the Bergman Foundry Mark and further signed
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Victor Kullberg Rare Silver Half Hunter Keyless Lever Pocket Watch, C1890s
Located in London, GB
associated Silver Frame pocket watch holder. Dial: The perfect white enamel dial fully signed and numbered
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Antique 19th Century English Pocket Watches

Materials

Silver

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

Patek Philippe 18k Yellow Gold Open Face 18j Swiss Pocket Watch Ref. 866
By Patek Philippe
Located in Montclair, NJ
This super chic and classy Patek Philippe & Co. pocket watch features a solid 18k yellow gold open
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1990s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe 18k Yellow Gold Open Face 18j Swiss Pocket Watch Ref. 866
By Patek Philippe
Located in Montclair, NJ
This super chic and classy Patek Philippe & Co. pocket watch features a solid 18k yellow gold open
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1990s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Pocket Watch Stand, 18th Century French, Carved Polychrome
Located in Doylestown, PA
This is a beautifully sculptural and rare pocket watch holder, found in Provence. It has a carved
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Antique Late 18th Century French French Provincial More Clocks

Materials

Wood

Gilded Bronze Eagle Topped French Empire Watch Holder
Located in Wilmington, DE
A Chased and Gilded Eagle Pocket Watch Holder standing on a Green Marble column, itself decorated
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Antique 19th Century French Empire Animal Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Gold, Bronze

Staffordshire Watchholder, Musicians with Sheep`S, Early 19th Century
Located in Hamburg, DE
"pocket watch holder" would have been clearly visible on a gentleman's desk or bedside table. At night the
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Antique Early 19th Century British Late Victorian Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Antique French Bronze "Porte-Montre" Or Watch Holder
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique French"Porte-Montre" Or Watch holder Bronze and Marble Circa 1850-1860 Converts an open
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Antique 19th Century French Clocks

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Rare French 19th Century Bronze Watch and Barometer Holder
Located in Victoria, BC
A French 19th century bronze watch and barometer holder is an ornate piece of functional decor from
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Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Nautical Objects

Materials

Marble, Bronze

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Pocket Watch Holder For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the pocket watch holder you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, stone and brass, every pocket watch holder was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect pocket watch holder — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A pocket watch holder, designed in the Art Deco, Victorian or Folk Art style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made pocket watch holder has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Franz Bergmann, John Grinsell & Sons and Provis Watch Co. are consistently popular.

How Much is a Pocket Watch Holder?

A pocket watch holder can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $975, while the lowest priced sells for $385 and the highest can go for as much as $6,500.
Questions About Pocket Watch Holder
  • 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
    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
    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 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 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
    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.
  • 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 ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To 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.