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Vintage Waltham 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pocket Watch Circa 1888 Floral Engraving
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This rare vintage 14 karat yellow gold pocket watch by Waltham is a stunning piece of history. The
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Antique 1880s American Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Waltham 14 Karat Rose Gold Pocket Watch with Hunter Case, Circa 1888
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This rare vintage 14 karat gold pocket watch by Waltham is a stunning piece of history. The luxury
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Antique 1880s Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Waltham Open Faced Pocket Watch Circa 1886
By Waltham
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
One key-wound 10k gold Waltham open-faced pocket watch with a white dial, black Roman numerals and
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Antique 1880s American Victorian Pocket Watches

Materials

10k Gold

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
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Antique Late 19th Century Pocket Watches

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Ruby, Gold

XIX Century Open-Face Gold Pocket Watch R. Stewart
Located in Bilbao, ES
XIX Century Open-face Gold Pocket Watch R. STEWART, Argyle & Buchanan Sts., Glasgow, #16044
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Antique Late 19th Century Scottish Pocket Watches

Materials

Ruby, Gold

18k Rose Gold Hunter-Case Swiss Pocket Watch Angelus
By Angelus
Located in Bilbao, ES
18K Rose Gold Hunter-case Swiss Pocket Watch ANGELUS #40283. Cronograph with o'clock and quarter
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Antique Late 19th Century French Pocket Watches

Materials

Ruby, Rose 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
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Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

Platinum

Patek Philippe XIX Century Open-Face 18k Gold Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Bilbao, ES
Patek Philippe XIX Century Open-Face Gold Pocket Watch dated January 13 1891 Serial number 96510
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Antique Late 19th Century Scottish Pocket Watches

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold

XIX Century Open-Face Brittish Gold Pocket Watch F. Brooman
Located in Bilbao, ES
Great "open-face" Brittish pocket watch F. BROOMAN, Strand, London, N#614. Solid gold case, gold
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Antique Late 19th Century Pocket Watches

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Tiffany & Co. Pocket Watch Pendant Platinum Diamond Estate Jewelry
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A rare vintage Tiffany & Co. Art Deco Revival pocket watch made in platinum and accentuated with
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Vintage 1950s French Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

A. Lange & Söhne, 18 Karat Gold, Chronograph Pocket Watch, 1898 Constantinopel
By A. Lange & Söhne
Located in Berlin, DE
This exquisite and rare pocket watch from A. Lange & Söhne represents an extraordinary combination
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Antique 19th Century German Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Napoleon Bonaparte C1800s 18k Gold, Enamel, Natural Pearl Openface Pocket Watch
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
The Napoleon Bonaparte 18K Gold, Enamel, Pearl Pocket Watch by Valère, Paris is an important
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Antique Early 19th Century French Napoleon III Pocket Watches

Materials

Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel

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
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20th Century Swiss Artisan Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

18 Kt Yellow Gold Lepine Pocket Watch, Second Morte, Double Barrel, Collector
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 Kt Solid Yellow Gold Lépine pocket watch Second Morte & Double Winding Barrel, Chronograph in
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Antique 19th Century French Artisan Pocket Watches

Materials

Yellow 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
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Antique Late 19th Century Pocket Watches

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Patek Philippe 14k Gold Travel Clock Pendant Pocket Watch Estate Jewelry
By Patek Philippe
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A rare Patek Philippe 14k gold travel clock pendant pocket watch. The watch is circa 1920s and
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Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Elgin 52mm 1906 Pocket Watch, 17 Jewel Serviced 90-Day Warranty, Serial 12195791
By Elgin
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
This 1906 53mm Elgin pocket watch with a white face is a stunning timepiece crafted with precision
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Antique Early 1900s North American Modern Pocket Watches

Fine & V Rare John Pace of Bury, London hallmarked c1827 18k Gold Pocket Watch
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
timepiece is unrivalled in value & cultural significance. ~~~ Designed as an open case, crafted with
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Antique 1820s British George III Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Yellow Gold Watch Russian 56 Gold Chain, 1900
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
wearing a pocket watch, including a hinge for the key. The art of wearing this item is long gone, but at
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Early 20th Century Russian Art Deco Pocket Watches

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Yellow Gold

Swatch Red Knit Limited Edition For Christmas 2013
By Swatch
Located in Milano, IT
does not lose refinement and aesthetic value over time, with the purely Christmas style of the
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2010s Swiss Modern Pocket Watches

Swatch Red Knit Limited Edition For Christmas 2013
Swatch Red Knit Limited Edition For Christmas 2013
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H 7.88 in W 5.91 in Dm 7.88 in
1914 Waltham “Swing Lug” WW1…….Trench Watch, Rare Design.
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Raleigh, NC
manufacturers already made smaller pocket watch movements, often sold as ladies pocket watches, Elgin, Waltham
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Vintage 1910s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

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Sterling Silver

1908 Waltham "Offset" Trench/WW1 Watch, YG Filled, 15 Jewels
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in Raleigh, NC
are WW1 or Trench watches? They were created using 3/0 and 0 size pocket watch movements and
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

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Gold-filled

1908 Waltham "Offset" Trench/WW1 Watch, YG Filled, 15 Jewels
1908 Waltham "Offset" Trench/WW1 Watch, YG Filled, 15 Jewels
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H 0.4 in W 1.23 in Dm 1.23 in
1915 Waltham WW1 Trench Watch, Rare 16 Jewel Movement. Stunning
By Waltham
Located in Raleigh, NC
avid vintage watch collector for years. My soft spot is 1900-1935 American watches. I have an active
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Vintage 1910s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

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Sterling Silver

1920's Eberhard Hermetic 15J, Sterling Silver, Trench Watch Totally Restored
By Eberhard & Co.
Located in Raleigh, NC
have been an avid vintage watch collector for years. My soft spot is 1900-1935 American watches. I
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Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Wrist Watches

1919 Elgin Hermetic Trench Watch. Bold Red 12, with a “Solid Nickel Case"
By Elgin
Located in Raleigh, NC
young By definition, What is a “Trench Watch” What are WW1 or Trench watches? They were created
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Vintage 1910s American Anglo-Indian Wrist Watches

Materials

Other

Patek Philippe 5100J Millennial Limited Edition 10-Day Power Reserve Watch B&P
By Patek Philippe
Located in Santa Monica, CA
pocket watch with 21 total complications. Often watch brands draw on the past to remake the future, but
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Audemars Piguet Royal 50th anniversary 2016, 41mm with box and papers
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Bilbao, ES
Omega, whose origins date to 1848.) That was soon followed in 1899 with the Universelle pocket watch, a
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

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Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

1920"s Art Deco Gruen Quadron 15 Jewel, Restored, 14KY Gold Filled
By Gruen
Located in Raleigh, NC
not a category for wristwatches in 1925, so they were tested to pocket watch standards. Each of the
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Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 50th anniversary 41mm with box and papers, 2022
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Bilbao, ES
date to 1848.) That was soon followed in 1899 with the Universelle pocket watch, a masterpiece of
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

1934 Omega T-17 Stainless Steel Survivor
By Omega
Located in Raleigh, NC
have been an avid vintage watch collector for years. My soft spot is 1900-1935 American watches. I
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Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

1934  Omega T-17 Stainless Steel Survivor
1934  Omega T-17 Stainless Steel Survivor
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H 0.33 in W 0.75 in Dm 1.5 in
1942 Rolex “Raleigh” Stainless Steel. Total Restoration!
By Rolex
Located in Raleigh, NC
Welcome to the Vintage Watch Corner, a vintage watch place where you will find the unusual and most
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Pocket Watch, Frères Esquivillon & De Choudens, Paris, France
By Frères Esquivillon & De Choudens
Located in Madrid, ES
Pocket watch, Frères Esquivillon & De Choudens (circa 1765-1830). Paris, France, 19th century
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Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical More Clocks

Materials

Other

Gothic Table Clock w. Stunning Antique Pocket Watch Made of Gilt Bronze or Gold
Located in Lisse, NL
Small Gothic table clock with gilt bronze (or possibly golden) pocket watch by John Worboys of
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Antique Early 1800s British Gothic Revival Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Metal, Bronze

Pocket Cigarette Case Geometric Design Sterling Silver Enamel Salimbeni
By Giorgio Salimbeni, Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Shaped rectangular pocket cigarette case in 925/1000 sterling silver with translucent fired enamels
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Vintage 1970s Italian Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Victorian 15k Yellow Gold Long Guard Chain Circa 1880
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
pocket watches, eyeglasses, or small accessories, ensuring they remained close at hand. These chains
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Antique 1880s Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Victorian Ornate Link Yellow Gold Guard Chain Circa 1890
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
but also for practical purposes. They were often worn as a stylish means to secure pocket watches
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Antique 1890s Victorian Link Necklaces

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Yellow Gold

Victorian 9k Rose Gold Long Guard Chain Circa 1880
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
were often worn as a stylish means to secure pocket watches, eyeglasses, or small accessories, ensuring
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Antique 1880s Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Rose Gold

Antique Victorian Compass Fob Ships Wheel 9k Rose Gold Pendant Nautical Motif
Located in Torrance, CA
the compass would have been worn alongside a pocket watch. The ships wheel was a popular nautical
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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Victorian Long 18k yellow Gold Guard Chain Circa 1890
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
pocket watches, eyeglasses, or small accessories, ensuring they remained close at hand. These chains
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Antique 1890s Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Antique Edwardian Compass Fob 9k Rose Gold Pendant Animal Motif Vintage Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
). Originally the compass would have been worn alongside a pocket watch. This one is quite unusual with an
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Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Victorian Ornate Fob 14k Yellow Gold Engraved Charm Seal Vintage Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
beautifully detailed antique fob was originally worn by a gentleman with a pocket watch, a stylish addition to
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Spinning Fob 14k Yellow Gold Carnelian Charm Pendant Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
beautifully detailed antique fob was originally worn by a gentleman with a pocket watch, a stylish addition to
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Carnelian, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Art Deco White Enamel Necklace Platinum Fob Chain Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
. Originally a fob chain for a pocket watch, the chain is great worn today as a necklace. The fob can
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Link Necklaces

Materials

Platinum, Enamel

Victorian 1890 Masonic Seal Fob Pendant In 14Kt Gold With Plain Bloodstone
Located in Miami, FL
pocket watch fob or a charm's bracelet. Knight of the Sun 27th degree In the Scottish Rite the 27th
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Antique 1890s English Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Federico Mazzotta 19th Century Oil on Canvas "Grandfather"
By Federico Mazzotta
Located in Los Angeles, CA
by his young granddaughter and his infant grandson who is seated on his lap, while under the watch of
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Antique 19th Century Italian Country Paintings

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Canvas, Giltwood

Le Soir Yellow Gold Antique Pocket Watch Pendant Necklace
Located in Metairie, LA
From a French Creole estate. Circa 1915. This gorgeous antique pocket watch pendant necklace has
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Le Soir Yellow Gold Antique Pocket Watch Pendant Necklace
Le Soir Yellow Gold Antique Pocket Watch Pendant Necklace
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H 1.75 in W 1 in D 0.25 in L 24 in
Antique Victorian Lady's Pocket Watch and Detachable Gold Bird Pin
Located in Miami, FL
This antique Victorian (ca. 1895) ladies pocket watch and brooch, most probably of French
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Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Pocket Watches

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Art Deco Tiffany & Co. Platinum and Diamond Pocket Watch, circa 1930
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A fabulous platinum and diamond Art Deco gents pocket watch circa 1930 made by Tiffany & Co. of New
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Patek Philippe. A Rare 14CT Rose Gold Keyless Lever Open Face Pocket Watch C1911
By Patek Philippe
Located in London, GB
Patek Philippe. A Rare 14ct Rose Gold keyless lever Open Face Pocket Watch C1911. Dial: The superb
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20th Century Pocket Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Rose Gold

French Victorian Yellow Gold Locket Watch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Victorian French key wound gold locket-watch by Boudin Freres circa 1850. * ABOUT THIS ITEM
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Antique 1850s French Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Victorian Yellow Gold Locket Watch
French Victorian Yellow Gold Locket Watch
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H 1.88 in W 1.44 in
Patek Philippe Nautilus Ladies Automatic rose gold and diamonds 2022 case papers
By Patek Philippe
Located in Bilbao, ES
horizontally embossed dial, the Nautilus has epitomized the elegant sports watch since 1976. Forty years later
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Patek Pahilippe Nautilus Moonphase 40mm 18K rose Gold Full Set Ref: 5712R-001
By Patek Philippe
Located in București, RO
delivered the Supercomplication pocket watch to Henry Graves Jr., an American banker. With 24 complications
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

1920’s, Art Deco Gruen Quadron, 15 Jewel, beautiful statement timepiece.
By Gruen
Located in Raleigh, NC
not a category for wristwatches in 1925, so they were tested to pocket watch standards. Each of the
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

1930’s Gruen Caliber 325, 17 Jewels, Superb Condition
By Gruen
Located in Raleigh, NC
wristwatches in 1925, so they were tested to pocket watch standards. Each of the 200 were granted a certificate
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Victorian 14 Karat Hand Engraved Locket Portrait Miniature Watch Key
Located in Towson, MD
wind their pocket watches when pocket watches were worn attached to their waist coat. This one is all
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Antique 1850s Early Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold

Vintage Art Deco Watch Chain Necklace Diamond Sapphire 10k Rose Gold
Located in Torrance, CA
diamonds and sapphires. Originally a fob chain for a pocket watch, the chain is great worn today as a
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 10k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Victorian Watch Key Fob 9k Yellow Gold Charm Pendant Coral Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
pendant on a chain. The watch key was originally used to wind a pocket watch, designed for utility as well
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Yellow Gold

Ladies Gold Twisted Rope Pattern Slide Chain
Located in Miami, FL
doubled with the help of the slide or together with a pocket watch or pendant as occasions and outfits may
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Early 20th Century Unknown Chain Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold

Antique Victorian Fob 14k Yellow Gold Engraved Charm Seal Vintage Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
beautifully detailed antique fob was originally worn by a gentleman with a pocket watch, a stylish addition to
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Chased Fob 14k Yellow Gold Carnelian Intaglio Wax Seal Horse
Located in Torrance, CA
beautifully detailed antique fob was originally worn by a gentleman with a pocket watch, a stylish addition to
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Carnelian, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Pocket Watch Values For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our inventory of pocket watch values. Frequently made of gold, yellow gold and 14k gold, these items were constructed with great care. Find a collection of 28 vintage versions or 1 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and pieces in stock date back to the 19th Century while others were produced as recently as the 21st Century. The designs in our inventory of pocket watch values bearing Art Deco or Victorian hallmarks are very popular. American Waltham Watch Co., Angelus and Audemars Piguet each produced beautiful examples of these items that are worth considering. While most can agree that any pick from our collection easily elevates most outfits, but the choice of ruby versions from the 6 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. There are many bead and cabochon pocket watch values for sale. When shopping our range of pocket watch values, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for women today than there are for men.

How Much are Pocket Watch Values?

Prices for pocket watch values can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $383 and can go as high as $84,750, while pocket watch values, on average, fetch $2,671.
Questions About Pocket Watch Values
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Yes, some Gruen watches have value. Generally, the older timepieces produced by the American watchmaker tend to be the most valuable. Overall, the style, condition, rarity and demand for a particular watch will determine how much it is worth. For an estimate on a particular watch, seek the help of a certified appraiser or experienced dealer. Explore a variety of Gruen 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, a Rolex watch will hold its value and some of them even appreciate over time. This high-end brand has a grand reputation for superior quality, making it one of the more desirable watches available. Shop a collection of properly vetted vintage and contemporary Rolex watches from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Whether Omega watches hold their value will depend on a variety of factors, including how well the timepieces are cared for and how demand and supply change over time. Because it can be difficult to predict how the value of items will fluctuate, it’s important to choose watches that appeal to you. However, Omega watches are internationally revered for their craftsmanship. Among the Swiss brand’s models that have been said to hold their value well over the years is the Speedmaster. Worn by Buzz Aldrin during the 1969 Apollo 11 lunar mission, it’s the only watch certified by NASA for extravehicular activity (space walks). On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Omega watches from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Yes, Cartier watches hold their value. In fact, some Cartier watches will go on to be worth more on the preowned market than when they were first purchased.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    The value of an old watch depends on a number of factors, including who made it and which style it is. Condition also has a major impact on how much a timepiece is worth. As a result, it's generally best to seek the opinion of an experienced jeweler or certified appraiser. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of 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
    A fusee pocket watch — named for the French word fusée — is an antique type of watch with a crescent pulley and a curved groove around it that is wound with a cord or chain. The chain is attached to the mainspring barrel. Find a range of vintage fusee pocket watches on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A pocket watch fob refers to the chain or ribbon to which a pocket watch is attached. Its purpose was to make the watch more readily accessible to the wearer. You’ll find a variety of pocket watch fobs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    How you store pocket watches is largely a matter of personal preference. Generally, you should keep them in a storage container designed specifically for stowing delicate items, such as a velvet-lined jewelry box, a watch box or on a watch stand. Shop a variety of antique and vintage pocket watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    The best pocket watch is a matter of preference. The earliest pocket watches were luxury items, and, owing to cost, they weren’t commonplace until the 19th century. Artfully crafted pocket watches were a symbol of wealth. Brands like Patek Philippe, Vacheron Constantin, and Audemars Piguet are internationally renowned makers of pocket watches. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage pocket watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Patek Philippe watches hold their value very well due to their immense popularity among collectors. Patek Philippe is one of the world's premier watchmakers with over 150 years of experience. On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage and contemporary Patek Philippe watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Whether Cartier Tank watches appreciate in value depends on a variety of factors, including how well they're cared for and what demand and supply are like in the future. Because it can be difficult to predict how the value of items will change over time, choose timepieces that appeal to you. At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Buyers should keep in mind that the value of any investment is subject to fluctuation, and any investment decisions should be made according to the guidance of a financial advisor. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of Cartier 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    The 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 ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, 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.