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Tiffany & Co. Platinum Pocket Watch Pendant
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Lovely pocket watch pendant created by Tiffany & Co. in New York. The watch is made of platinum
Category

1950s American Retro Pocket Watch

Materials

Platinum

Retro Tiffany & Co. Platinum Pocket Watch Pendant
Tiffany & Co. Platinum Pocket Watch Pendant
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D 0.25 in Dm 1.75 in
Jaeger-LeCoultre. Gold-Plated Metal Pocket Watch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Geneva, CH
Jaeger-LeCoultre. Gold-plated pocket watch. Signed and numbered. Original Jaeger-Lecoultre pouch
Category

Late 20th Century Retro Retro Pocket Watch

Materials

Gold Plate

Fine Quality Kutchinsky Pocket Watch in 18ct Yellow Gold
By Kutchinsky
Located in London, GB
Fine Quality 18ct Yellow Gold Kutchinsky 39mm Pocket Watch In Working Condition Additional
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Late 20th Century British Retro Pocket Watch

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

14 Karat Gold Pocket Watch 'Removable Pendant'
Located in Coral Gables, FL
14 Karat Yellow Gold Vega Pocket Watch With Manual Wind Movement. Spring-loaded Hinge Allows For
Category

1960s Retro Pocket Watch

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Hamilton Brass Pocket Watch with Display Back
By Hamilton
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Enjoy seeing the craftsmanship in this Hamilton 917 Brass Pocket Watch, expertly restored with a
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Mid-20th Century American Retro Pocket Watch

Materials

Brass

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 Retro Pocket Watch

Materials

Yellow Gold

14K Multi Color Gold Waltham Diamond Pocket Watch
By Waltham
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Waltham 14k Multi Color Gold Diamonds Pocket Watch with a 2mm Round Shape Diamond mounted on the
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Mid-20th Century Retro Pocket Watch

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

International Watch Company Gold Hunting Case Pocket Watch
By IWC
Located in Stamford, CT
Engraved thin mens 18k yellow gold hunting case IWC pocket watch. 10 jewel quartz IWC movement
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Late 20th Century Retro Pocket Watch

Materials

Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Hamilton Co. Railway Special Pocket Watch 1957
By Hamilton
Located in Towson, MD
pocket watch. The movement is manual wide, lever set, signed 992B, has 21 jewels, with serial number
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Retro Retro Pocket Watch

Materials

10k Gold, Gold-filled

Original Vulcain Pocket Watch in 18ct Yellow Gold
By Vulcain
Located in London, GB
18ct Yellow Gold Original Vulcain Pocket Watch, In Perfect Condition Additional Information
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Late 20th Century Retro Pocket Watch

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Hamilton Pocket Watch 18k Yellow Gold Wristwatch Ref R3163
By Hamilton
Located in Surfside, FL
Hamilton pocket watch in 14k yellow gold - model 923 manual wind movement with 23 jewels. The best
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1950s Retro Pocket Watch

Materials

Yellow Gold

Movado Pocket Watch Vermeil 'Gold over 0.935 Silver' Manual
By Movado
Located in Surfside, FL
Movado Watch. Certified preowned Vintage Movado pocket watch watch. This Movado watch has a Square
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1950s Retro Pocket Watch

Materials

Vermeil, Silver

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
Category

1970s Swiss Retro Pocket Watch

Materials

18k Gold, Platinum

Vintage UTI Skeleton Pocket Watch with Onyx and Rubies
Located in New York, NY
A stunning 42mm pocket watch by UTI Paris in yellow gold and onyx, encircled by 44 rubies on its
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1960s French Retro Pocket Watch

Materials

Onyx, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Vintage Hamilton Gold Filled Pocket Watch Size 16
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Hamilton pocket watch, gold-filled hunting case. 25 year guaranteed stamped inside case. Size 16
Category

Mid-20th Century Retro Pocket Watch

Materials

Gold-filled

14k Yellow Gold Envelope Pocket Watch by Kior! Great Vintage Piece!
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
14k Yellow Gold Envelope Pocket Watch by Kior! Great Vintage Piece! Gorgeous Vintage Pocket Watch
Category

Mid-20th Century American Modern Retro Pocket Watch

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Elgin 563174 Pocket Watch 14k Yellow Gold White Dial Case Manual
By Elgin
Located in Surfside, FL
Ladies Elgin multi color gold hunter case pocket watch "6 size" in 14k. 15 jewels. Elaborate floral
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1980s Retro Pocket Watch

Materials

Yellow Gold

Tissot Yellow Gold Plated Open Faced Stylist Pocket Watch circa 1950s
By Tissot
Located in New York, NY
Tissot 18k yellow gold plated Stylist pocket watch, with sweep center seconds and baton markers.
Category

1950s Swiss Retro Pocket Watch

Materials

Gold Plate, Yellow Gold

Audemars Piquet Swiss Platinum Display Back Pocket Watch for Tiffany & Co
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Sleek, late twentieth century platinum pocket watch by Audemars Piquet Swiss for Tiffany & Co. with
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Late 20th Century Swiss Retro Pocket Watch

Materials

Platinum

Rolex Cellini White Gold Keyless Lever Dress Pocket Watch C1970
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
Rolex Cellini. A White Gold Keyless Lever Dress Open Face Pocket Watch C1970 Dial: The cream
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Late 20th Century Swiss Retro Pocket Watch

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

9 Carat Solid Gold Open Faced Pocket Watch by Garrard
By Garrard & Co. Ltd.
Located in London, GB
A handsome 9 Carat Solid Gold Open Faced Pocket Watch, retailed By Garrards, The Jewellers, London
Category

1960s Swiss Retro Pocket Watch

Materials

Gold

Piaget Yellow Gold Swiss Movement Magic Coin Pocket Watch
By Piaget
Located in New York, NY
Piaget Pocket Watch. 18K Yellow Gold, 66 grams. Circa 1960. 1904 US $20 gold piece cut in half
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1950s French Retro Retro Pocket Watch

Materials

Yellow Gold

Paul Flato Petite Midcentury 14K Yellow Gold Seashell Pocket Watch
By Paul Flato
Located in Chicago, IL
Paul Flato midcentury 14K yellow gold seashell pocket watch. Case opens compact-style to reveal
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Art Deco Retro Pocket Watch

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

I.W.C International Watch Company Yellow Gold Pocket Watch, 1930s
By IWC
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: I.W.C International Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Pocket Watch / Opened Face
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Retro Pocket Watch

Rare 18ct Ruby and Diamond Pocket Watch with Elaborate Mountings and Jewels
Located in London, GB
craftsmanship are without question. This small 18ct jewellery pocket watch houses elaborate, decorative silver
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1970s European Retro Retro Pocket Watch

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Waltham Colonial R Open Face 14 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Pocket Watch
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Beautiful Vintage Waltham Pocket Watch w/ Silver Dial Including Gold Hands & Dedicated Second Dial
Category

Mid-20th Century American Retro Pocket Watch

Materials

14k Gold

18kt Yellow Octagonal Gold Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Pocket Watch
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Antwerp, BE
18kt Yellow Gold Octagonal Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Pocket Watch Reference: 5691BA Calibre: 5020
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1980s Artisan Retro Pocket Watch

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gruen Open Face Veri-Thin 10 Karat Gold Filled Pocket Watch 15 Jewels
Located in Stamford, CT
Gruen Open Face Veri-Thin 10 Karat Gold Filled Pocket Watch 15 Jewels. Working. Just serviced
Category

Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Retro Pocket Watch

Audemar Piguet Yellow Gold Perpetual Calendar Pocket Watch C1970
By Audemars Piguet
Located in London, GB
Audemars Piguet. A Yellow Gold Keyless Lever Perpetual Calendar Pocket Watch C1970 Dial: The
Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Retro Pocket Watch

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Gold American Waltham Pocket Watch
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
weighs 47.80 Grams And Measures 1.6
Category

Mid-20th Century Retro Pocket Watch

Materials

14k Gold

Antique Victorian Thomas Russell & Sons Pocket Watch in 18ct Yellow Gold
By Thomas Russell & Son
Located in London, GB
This pocket watch is made of 18ct Yellow Gold and has a Gold dial. It was made by Thomas Russell in
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Late 20th Century Swiss Retro Pocket Watch

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Jaeger LeCoultre 1966 Pocket Watch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Jaeger-LeCoultre, circa 1966 that has been revised. Alarm clock Brass case mother-of-pearl dial Mechanical movement with manual winding. Caliber K910 Dim: 44x44mm dated on the back O...
Category

1960s Swiss Retro Pocket Watch

Jaeger LeCoultre 1966 Pocket Watch
Jaeger LeCoultre 1966 Pocket Watch
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W 1.74 in D 0.12 in L 1.74 in
Art Deco Vacheron Constantin Geneve Platinum Pocket Watch With Old Cut Diamonds
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Miami, FL
Vacheron Constantin Manual Wind Art Deco Era Platinum Pocket Watch With Old European Cut Diamonds
Category

1950s Swiss Art Deco Retro Pocket Watch

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

LeCoultre 18 Karat Gold Midcentury Pocket Watch Original Sterling Silver Dial
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: LeCoultre STYLE / REFERENCE: Open Face Pocket Watch METAL / MATERIAL: 18K Yellow
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Retro Pocket Watch

Materials

18k Gold

Vacheron Constantin 18 Karat Yellow Gold Open-Face Dress Pocket Watch
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Braintree, GB
Vacheron Constantin 18kt. yellow gold open-face dress pocket watch with brushed gold finish. The
Category

1960s Swiss Retro Pocket Watch

Materials

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
Category

1950s French Retro Pocket Watch

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Patek Philippe Waltham Railroad 18K Yellow Gold Manual-Wind Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Aventura, FL
Patek Phillipe 18K Yellow Gold Pocket Watch Manual-wind movement, Guillaume balance, 18k yellow
Category

1990s American Modernist Retro Pocket Watch

Materials

Yellow Gold

14K Gold 1910 Waltham Pocket Watch
By Waltham
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
15 Jewels Weighs 36 Grams And Measures 1.3
Category

Mid-20th Century Retro Pocket Watch

Materials

14k Gold

18kt Rose Zenith Open Face Pocket Watch Thomas Engel No° 9 with Box & Papers!
By Zenith
Located in Antwerp, BE
18kt Rose Zenith Open Face Pocket Watch Thomas Engel No° 9 With Box & Papers! Limited Edition
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1980s Artisan Retro Pocket Watch

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rare Vintage Ebel Gold Plated Pocket Watch
By Ebel
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rare Vintage Ebel Gold Plated Pocket watch Material: Gold Plated Case: Diameter 36.4 mm x
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1950s Artisan Retro Pocket Watch

Materials

Gold Plate

Rare Vintage Ebel Gold Plated Pocket Watch
Rare Vintage Ebel Gold Plated Pocket Watch
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D 0.38 in Dm 1.44 in
Lanco Pocket Watch 1950s, Chrome Case, Working, Slim Modern Design, 15 Jewel
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Lanco Pocket watch 1950s, Chrome Case, Working, Slim Modern Design, Very Good Condition, 15 Jewel
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1950s Swiss Modern Retro Pocket Watch

Materials

Steel

Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Pocket Watch with Original Dial, circa 1940s
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
. The Elgin Watch Company also played a major role in the development of the pocket watches for the
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Retro Pocket Watch

Materials

Gold-filled

80s Ginnie Johansen Pocket Watch Silk Scarf
By Ginnie Johansen
Located in San Francisco, CA
80s Ginnie Johansen Pocket Watch Silk Scarf
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1980s Japanese Retro Pocket Watch

Omega 1970s Presentation Pocket Watch for United States Steel
By Omega
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Omega Presentation Poket Watch for United States Steel, 44 M.M. Stainless Steel 3 Piece
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1970s Swiss Retro Pocket Watch

Materials

Steel

1952 Rare Astonishing Piaget Pocket Watch
Located in Milan, IT
1952 rare astonishing Piaget pocket watch, consisting of a $ 20 1879 gold coin and a small $ 10
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1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Retro Pocket Watch

Materials

Gold

Brass Pocket Watch Mirror with Loop Top Finial
Located in New York, NY
This Brass Loop Top Round Mirror takes inspiration from the classic design of a pocket watch
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Mid-20th Century German Hollywood Regency Retro Pocket Watch

Materials

Brass

Carl Auböck Solid Bronze Pocket Watch Bottle Opener Paperweight
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in San Diego, CA
Solid bronze pocket watch shaped bottle opener and paperweight by Carl Aubock, Austria. 1960s
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Retro Pocket Watch

Materials

Bronze

Movado 18 Karat Solid Gold Ermeto Date Travel Pocket Watch, circa 1950s
By Movado
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Movado Watch Co. STYLE / REFERENCE: Ermeto (Hermetic) METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt
Category

1950s Swiss Art Deco Retro Pocket Watch

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage Swiss Made Comtoise Pocket Watch with Hunters Motives
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Vintage Swiss Made Comtoise Pocket Watch with Hunters Motives A very nice vintage pocket watch
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Mid-20th Century German Folk Art Retro Pocket Watch

Materials

Metal

Vintage Accutron Bulova Universi of Dayton Quartz Pocket Watch & Chain
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage University of Dayton (UD) Accutron Bulova floral etched pocket watch and chain / fob
Category

1970s Retro Pocket Watch

Materials

Metal

Time : Old Pocket Watch - Original handsigned black-manner etching - 100 copies
By Mario Avati
Located in Paris, FR
Mario AVATI Time : Old Pocket Watch Original black manner etching Handsigned in pencil Numbered
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1970s Modern Retro Pocket Watch

Materials

Etching

Six Vintage Double Old Fashioned Glasses with Antique Pocket Watch Designs
Located in Nantucket, MA
gold on clear glass and decorated with images of antique pocket watches with identification, origin and
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Retro Pocket Watch

Materials

Glass

Vintage Railway Chronometer - Brass Jumbo Pocket Watch or Wall Clock
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Midcentury novelty Jumbo Pocket Watch or small Wall Clock. It is called Railway Chronometer. The
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1970s South African Mid-Century Modern Retro Pocket Watch

Materials

Brass

20th Century Italian Sterling Silver Pocket Watch Stand with Glass Bell
By Arval Argenti Valenza
Located in VALENZA, IT
hook has been fixed to be able to hang a pocket watch. The watch is not supplied with the stand. It
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1990s Italian Other Retro Pocket Watch

Materials

Sterling Silver

Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Open Face American Pocket Watch circa 1912 Enamel Dial
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
SERVICE COMMITMENT This classic American pocket watch has a flawless original kiln fired enamel dial. The
Category

Mid-20th Century American Retro Pocket Watch

Vintage 14-Karat Rose Gold Pocket Watch Chain by Henry Dankner
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful vintage 14-karat rose/pink gold pocket watch chain by Henry Dankner, circa mid-late
Category

Mid-20th Century American Retro Pocket Watch

Materials

Gold

Platinum Gold and Diamond Necklace, Bracelet or Pocket Watch Chain Woven Links
Located in Long Beach, CA
This is a great looking handmade necklace, bracelet, or pocket watch chain. Each link is hand
Category

1980s American Art Deco Retro Pocket Watch

Materials

Gold, Platinum

Platinum Gold and Diamond Necklace, Bracelet or Pocket Watch Chain Woven Links
Located in Long Beach, CA
This is a great looking handmade necklace, bracelet, or pocket watch chain. Each link is hand
Category

1980s American Art Deco Retro Pocket Watch

Materials

Gold, Platinum

Chic 1950s Pocket Watch Novelty Print Red White and Blue Silk 50s Shirt Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage 1950s silk novelty pocket watch print silk fit n' flare nautical shirt dress! Features
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1950s American Retro Pocket Watch

1950s Italian Pocket Watch Pendant Light in the Style of Pietro Chiesa
By Fontana Arte, Pietro Chiesa
Located in Hanover, MA
the center axis of the UFO, this pendent is in the form of a pocket watch, having etched glass crystal
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Pocket Watch

Materials

Crystal, Brass

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Retro Pocket Watch For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the retro pocket watch 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, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. If you’re looking for a retro pocket watch from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 20th Century. Creating a retro pocket watch has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Rolex, Patek Philippe and Cartier are consistently popular. A retro pocket watch can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 17 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also mixed cut and baguette cut versions for sale. Finding a retro pocket watch for sale for men should be easy, but there are 248 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as women, too.

How Much is a Retro Pocket Watch?

On average, a retro pocket watch at 1stDibs sells for $2,497, while they’re typically $85 on the low end and $98,500 for the highest priced versions of this item.
Questions About Retro Pocket Watch
  • 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 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, 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
    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
    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.