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Illinois Silver Hunters Case Pocket Watch from 1893 with Pocket Watch Chain
By Illinois Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
Watch Chain WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This classic Hunters Case
Category

Antique 1890s American Pocket Watches

Materials

Silver

Vacheron Constantin 18K Gold Pocket Watch With Blue Enamel and Old Euro Diamonds
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Miami, FL
- Retailer: Bailey Banks and Biddle - Commissioned For Emory S. Land - Type: Pocket Watch with Chain
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Vintage 1940s Swiss Retro Pocket Watches

Materials

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

Waltham Open Faced American Pocket Watch with Period Watch Chain from 1934
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ LENGTH: Supplied with Period Pocket Watch Chain WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement This is a "vault
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Pocket Watches

Waltham American Riverside Pocket Watch with Fob and Charms
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Company. This exquisite pocket watch is made of fourteen karat 14K yellow gold and has been meticulously
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Antique 1880s American Pocket Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Hampden Watch Company Multi Colored Gold Keyless Lever Full Hunter Pocket Watch
By Hampden Watch Company
Located in London, GB
Hampden Watch Company, A 14ct multi coloured gold keyless lever full hunter pocket watch, C1890
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Antique Late 19th Century American Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Waltham Yellow Gold Filled Open Faced Pocket Watch with Enamel Dial from 1897
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
flawless condition. It is offered as well with an original vintage pocket watch chain so you wear it as
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Antique 1890s North American Art Nouveau Pocket Watches

Waltham Yellow Gold Filled Open Faced 18 Size Pocket Watch with Flawless Dial
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ Blued Steel Hands Supplied with Gold Filled Pocket Watch Chain WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement
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Antique Early 1900s Swiss Pocket Watches

14K 2-Tone Pocket Watch Chain with Compass Watch Fab Two-Tone Chain Measuring
Located in Dallas, TX
14K 2- Tone Pocket Watch Chain with Compass Watch Fab - Two tone chain measuring 16 inches long
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20th Century Unknown Pocket Watches

Antique Edwardian 1903 14k Gold Filled Pocket Watch
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in London, GB
on a pocket watch chain for a wedding or as a statement necklace. ERA Edwardian, 1901-1910
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Antique Early 1900s American Edwardian Pocket Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Gold-filled

Antique Edwardian 1903 14k Gold Filled Pocket Watch
Antique Edwardian 1903 14k Gold Filled Pocket Watch
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H 1.38 in W 0.4 in Dm 1.38 in
Rockford Yellow Gold Filled Open Faced Pocket Watch from 1886
By Rockford Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
pocket watch chain as well.
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Antique 1880s Swiss Early Victorian Pocket Watches

Waltham 1886 Riverside Size 0s Hunting Pocket Watch In 18Kt Gold With Diamond
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Pocket watch designed by Waltham. Beautiful hunting pocket watch, created in Massachusetts United
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Antique 1880s American Victorian Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Waltham 1886 Riverside Size 0s Hunting Pocket Watch In 18Kt Gold With Diamond
Waltham 1886 Riverside Size 0s Hunting Pocket Watch In 18Kt Gold With Diamond
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H 2 in W 1.03 in D 0.44 in Dm 1.03 in L 2 in
Patek Philippe 18K Yellow Gold Pocket Watch with Pencil & Chain
By Patek Philippe
Located in Dallas, TX
Patek Philippe 18K Yellow Gold Pocket Watch with Pencil & Chain - Manual winding. 18K Yellow Gold
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20th Century Swiss Pocket Watches

Duke of Wellington Medal Pocket Watch Silver with Chain, 1930
Located in Berkeley, CA
Lovely and chic pocket watch to the effigy of HRH Duke of Wellington, the date is around 1930. The
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

Silver

Duke of Wellington Medal Pocket Watch Silver with Chain, 1930
Duke of Wellington Medal Pocket Watch Silver with Chain, 1930
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H 0.21 in W 0.21 in D 0.04 in Dm 0.17 in
Waltham 14k Yellow Gold Hunters Cased Pocket Watch Circa 1900 Hand Engraved
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
watch itself. This watch is supplied with a gold filled pocket watch chain, or a solid gold pocket
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Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Pocket Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Waltham Yellow Gold Filled Art Nouveau Open Faced Pocket Watch from, 1905
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
Numerals / Blued Steel Hands ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Supplied with a Gold Filled Pocket Watch Chain WARRANTY
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Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Pocket Watches

Illinois Two Tone Gold Filled Art Deco Opened Faced Pocket Watch from 1922
By Illinois Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
also comes with a pocket watch chain so you can wear it as soon as it arrives.
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Pocket Watches

Waltham Open Faced Gold Filled Pocket Watch Flawless Kiln Fired Enamel Dial 1892
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
entirely hand engraved by a master engraver. It is supplied with a vintage pocket watch chain so you can
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Antique 1890s American Pocket Watches

Movado Pocket Watch 1260 Manual Watch, 9k Antique Gold Fob Chain
By Movado
Located in Surfside, FL
Movado pocket travel clock- watch in a croco-lizard skin case with a 14" 9k antique gold fob chain
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Vintage 1930s Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold

14K Rare & Unusual Intertwined Bead Style Pocket Watch Chain
Located in Dallas, TX
14K Rare & Unusual Intertwined Bead Style Pocket Watch Chain - 14K Yellow gold chain ,measuring 12
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20th Century Pocket Watches

Antique Victorian T-Bar Box Pocket Watch Tassel Chain
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An antique Victorian short T-bar box pocket watch chain set with a tassel pendant. The vest T-bar
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Antique Late 19th Century European Victorian Pocket Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Pocket Watch with Black IP Plating
By Tateossian
Located in Fulham business exchange, London
Pocket watch with black IP plating The extraordinary skeleton movement and inner mechanisms are
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21st Century and Contemporary British Pocket Watches

AS&F Silver Mysterieuse Pocket Watch with Transparent Dial and Silver Chain
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Amazingly Engineered AS & F Brevete SGDG Transparent Mysterieuse Pocket Watch Movement Included in
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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Late Victorian Pocket Watches

Materials

Silver

Antique 14K Yellow Gold Lady's Hunting Watch W/ Chain by Waltham Watch Co. 1888
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in New York, NY
. Weight of chain 16 grams Weight of pocket watch 56 grams
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Antique Late 19th Century American Aesthetic Movement Pocket Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Antique Victorian Braided Hair Pocket Watch Chain or Cord
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine Victorian braided hair cord for a pocket watch. Comprised of braided, twisted, and
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold Plate

Antique Victorian Braided Hair Pocket Watch Chain or Cord
Antique Victorian Braided Hair Pocket Watch Chain or Cord
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W 0.56 in D 0.2 in L 14.77 in
Elgin White Gold Filled Art Deco Pocket Watch from 1923 with Matching Chain
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
months on the movement LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This watch is supplied with a vintage pocket watch
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Antique Kalo Shop 14K Gold American Arts & Crafts Pocket Watch Chain
By Kalo
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine American Arts & Crafts watch chain. By Kalo. In 14 karat gold with a matte finish. Marked
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Early 20th Century Unknown Arts and Crafts Pocket Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Elgin National 14K Yellow Gold Pocket Watch w Chain 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
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Antique 1890s American Pocket Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe Pocket Watch 726
By Patek Philippe
Located in Surfside, FL
Patek Philippe pocket watch in 18k yellow gold. Manual w/ subseconds. 45 mm case size. Comes with a
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20th Century Pocket Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe Pocket Watch 726
Patek Philippe Pocket Watch 726
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H 1.78 in W 1.78 in L 0.95 in
Antique Fine Silver Pocket Watch, Fob Watch
Located in NEWARK, GB
A beautiful antique, early 20th century fine silver, ladies fob watch or pocket watch. It has a
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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

Silver

Antique 18k French Pocket Watch with Bowl of Hygieia
Located in Hummelstown, PA
Pharmacy symbol today) with an attached open face, 24-hour dial, pendant/pocket watch, made in France with
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Vintage 1910s French Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond

Antique Ladies Hunter Elgin 4 Color Gold Pocket Watch and 18k Gold Chain
By Elgin
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Antique 14k four color gold hunter case pocket watch made by the Elgin Company
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Antique Early 1900s American Late Victorian Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

E.M. GATTLE Plat. Enamel Diamond Chain 18kYG Blue Enamel Pocket Watch Pendant
Located in New York, NY
E.M. Gattle has created this stunning antique platinum diamonds and blue enamel chain that features
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

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

Antique Ladies 9k Gold Pocket Watch, Floral, Fob Watch
Located in NEWARK, GB
pocket watch is intricately designed with floral engravings to the reverse with a white enamel dial, gold
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Pocket Watches

Materials

9k Gold

Fusee Chain Drive 1800's John Moncas 18k Tri Color Gold Dial Pocket Watch
Located in Stamford, CT
Open face John Moncas Liverpool 18k gold pocket watch. circa 1810-1840 with solid gold tri color
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Rare Antique Pocket Key Watch French 1800s with Painted Enamel Dial
Located in London, GB
Rare Antique Pocket Key Watch French 1800s with Painted Enamel Dial in Working Order An
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Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Pocket Watches

Materials

Silver, Enamel

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

Elgin Gold Filled Pocket Watch with Unique Floral Engraving, circa 1907
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
producing over two million watches per year, more than any other watch factory in the world. The company's
Category

Antique Early 1900s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Vacheron & Constantin Rock Crystal Turquoise Pocket Watch
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in London, GB
This is a fine rare square shape pocket watch made of Gold, Rock Crystal, and with a turquoise
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Vintage 1920s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

White Gold

Longines in yellow gold with a silver dial 43mm Manual pocket watch
By Longines
Located in Surfside, FL
Longines pocket watch in 14k yellow gold with a gold plated chain. Manual wind 17 jewel movent
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20th Century Pocket Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Silver

Corum Peacock Feather 18K Yellow Gold Pocket Watch
By Corum
Located in New York, NY
This is an incredibly rare Corum Peacock Feather 18K yellow gold pocket watch. The case of the
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1990s Swiss Retro Pocket Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Edwardian 1905 Graziosa Guilloche Enamel Pocket Watch In 14Kt Gold With Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Edwardian Swiss enamel pocket watch designed by Graziosa Watch Co. Gorgeous small lady hunter
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Antique Early 1900s Swiss Edwardian Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, Gold

Rolex Cellini White Gold Vintage Mechanical Pocket Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Rolex Cellini collection Pocket Watch and chain, 39 M.M. 18K White Gold 2 piece case
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Platinum

Black Starr & Frost 14 Karat Gold Art Deco Pocket Watch with Engraved Dial
By Black, Starr & Frost
Located in Long Beach, CA
get you there on time. We supply it with an original vintage gold filled pocket watch chain as well
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Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Rose Gold Crystal Ball Pocket Watch Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
circa 1880-1890 Crystal ball watch with a 20-Inch-long solid rose gold chain with a swivel catch
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Pocket Watches

Materials

Crystal, Rose Gold, Gold, 14k Gold, 24k Gold, 9k Gold

South Bend Open Faced Pocket Watch Gold Filled with Original Silvered Dial 1900
Located in Long Beach, CA
Steel Hands This watch comes supplied with a vintage Pocket Watch Chain. WARRANTY: 18 months on the
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Vintage 1910s American Art Deco Pocket Watches

Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Pocket Watch with Original Dial, circa 1940s
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
: This watch is offered with a complimentary pocket watch chain. WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Tissot Steel Round Art Deco Pocket Watch with Original Dial from 1930's
By Tissot
Located in Long Beach, CA
it as well. We seldom get pocket watches in this wonderful condition, and there is a chain included
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Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches

Hamilton Gold Filled Open Faced Pocket Watch with Kiln Fired Dial from 1916
By Hamilton
Located in Long Beach, CA
Steel Hands ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Supplied with Gold Filled Pocket Watch Chain WARRANTY: 18 months on
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Vintage 1910s Swiss Pocket Watches

Howard 14Kt Whilte Gold Filled Art Deco Pocket Watch with Geneva Seal Standards
By Howard & Co., New York
Located in Long Beach, CA
original blued steel hands. It is also supplied with a white gold filled pocket watch chain so you can wear
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Vintage 1920s Swiss Pocket Watches

Elgin Gold Filled Hunters Case Pocket Watch from 1900 with Kiln Fired Dial
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
supplied with a vintage pocket watch chain. This is a "vault find" watch, it has been locked up for nearly
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Antique Early 1900s Swiss Pocket Watches

Birks, 18 Karat Hand Engraved Pocket Watch Circa 1887
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ HANDS: Kiln Fired Enamel Dial / Blued Steel Hands ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Gold Filled Pocket Watch Chain
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Antique 1880s Pocket Watches

Victorian Silver Pocket Watch Dated 1862 Assayed in London
Located in London, GB
Victorian Silver Pocket Watch Dated 1862 Assayed in London Case made by John William Hammon
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Antique 1860s English Victorian Pocket Watches

Materials

Silver

Antique Gold Silver Diamond Enamel Pocket Watch Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Antique silver and 14k gold chain with cage pendant, holding a pocket watch inside. Decorated with
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Antique 19th Century Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver, Enamel

Patek Philippe 18 Kt Yellow Gold Ultra Thin Pocket Watch, Worlds Thinnest Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Long Beach, CA
. The chain is entirely hand constructed. This is the finest example of a Patek Philippe Pocket Watch
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Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 9 Carat Solid Gold Half Hunter Pocket Watch
Located in London, GB
A substantial 9 carat solid gold half hunter pocket watch by Syren Watch Company, Switzerland
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Vintage 1920s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold

Antique 9 Carat Solid Gold Half Hunter Pocket Watch
Antique 9 Carat Solid Gold Half Hunter Pocket Watch
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H 2.84 in W 1.97 in Dm 1.97 in
Antique 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ladies Watch Chain with Heart Slide
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Lengthy sixty inch antique ladies fourteen carat 14K gold watch chain with heart slide and press
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Early 20th Century Pocket Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jean-Moïse Badollet Co. 1886 Geneva Hunter Pocket Watch In 18Kt Gold With Enamel
Located in Miami, FL
Swiss pocket watch designed by Jean-Moïse Badollet & Cie. Gorgeous medium lady demi-hunter pocket
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Antique 1880s Swiss Belle Époque Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Louis Audemars & Cie Victorian Hunter Case Enamel Pocket Watch
Located in Narberth, PA
original Company. A rare and exquisite double-sided enameled hunter pocket watch made by the world
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Antique 1880s Swiss Late Victorian Pocket Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

9ct Gold Victorian Watch Chain Section
Located in London, GB
9ct Gold Victorian display Chain section These were used to display medals ,coins , but are now a
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Antique 1880s British Victorian Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold

9ct Gold Victorian Watch Chain Section
9ct Gold Victorian Watch Chain Section
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W 0.71 in D 0.08 in L 4.34 in
I.W.C. International Watch Company Art Deco Open Faced Pocket Watch, circa 1930s
By IWC
Located in Long Beach, CA
Faced Pocket Watch METAL / MATERIAL: 14kt Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1930's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches

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Pocket Watches With Chain For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the pocket watches with chain you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, yellow gold and 9k gold. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Making the right choice when shopping for a pocket watches with chain 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 watches with chain from Rolex, Elgin and Patek Philippe — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A pocket watches with chain can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but diamond rings, from our inventory of 37, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also rose cut and mixed cut versions for sale. When shopping for a pocket watches with chain, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Pocket Watches With Chain?

The price for a pocket watches with chain starts at $125 and tops out at $95,000 with these watches, on average, selling for $2,151.
Questions About Pocket Watches With Chain
  • 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
    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 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, 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
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Yes, pocket watches can be worth something. A pocket watch's value depends on its age, rarity, and brand. The watch's brand name is the main factor in determining price.
  • 1stDibs 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.