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Antique Gemstone Watch Key Fob Curb Chain Charm Bracelet
Antique Gemstone Watch Key Fob Curb Chain Charm Bracelet

Antique Gemstone Watch Key Fob Curb Chain Charm Bracelet

Located in Rotterdam, NL

with meaningful and often practical charms was fashionable. The use of pocket watch keys signifies the

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Charm Bracelets

Materials

Agate, Carnelian, Multi-gemstone, 9k Gold

Baume & Mercier Men's Calendar Watch in 18 kt Gold Vintage
Baume & Mercier Men's Calendar Watch in 18 kt Gold Vintage

Baume & Mercier Men's Calendar Watch in 18 kt Gold Vintage

By Baume & Mercier

Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA

wear and tear from use. Although the watch is for men, its modern and minimalist design makes it unisex.

Category

20th Century Swiss Post-Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Gold

Antique Staffordshire Couple w Peacocks Pocket Watch Holder Figurine 11"
Antique Staffordshire Couple w Peacocks Pocket Watch Holder Figurine 11"

Antique Staffordshire Couple w Peacocks Pocket Watch Holder Figurine 11"

Located in Dayton, OH

a pocket watch to be used as a table clock. Depicts a pair of figures in colorful clothing with

Category

Antique 19th Century Victorian Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

19th Century Folk Art Wooden and Brass Pocket Watch Holder
19th Century Folk Art Wooden and Brass Pocket Watch Holder

19th Century Folk Art Wooden and Brass Pocket Watch Holder

Located in Los Angeles, CA

watch holder, made to represent an embellished clock tower representing your watch. The design and use

Category

Antique 19th Century Folk Art More Folk Art

Materials

Brass

Antique Staffordshire Castle Cherub Pocket Watch Tower Spill Vase 10"
Antique Staffordshire Castle Cherub Pocket Watch Tower Spill Vase 10"

Antique Staffordshire Castle Cherub Pocket Watch Tower Spill Vase 10"

Located in Dayton, OH

displaying a pocket watch for use as a table clock. The towers on either side also act as spill vases

Category

Antique 19th Century Victorian Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Etruscan Revival Styled 18k Blue Chalcedony Turquoise Watch Fob/Pendant
Etruscan Revival Styled 18k Blue Chalcedony Turquoise Watch Fob/Pendant

Etruscan Revival Styled 18k Blue Chalcedony Turquoise Watch Fob/Pendant

Located in Bernardsville, NJ

This unique watch fob is a truly exquisite piece of jewelry that combines the historical influences

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Etruscan Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Chalcedony, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Cufflinks with Vintage Hamilton Watch Movement
Alex Jona Sterling Silver Cufflinks with Vintage Hamilton Watch Movement

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Cufflinks with Vintage Hamilton Watch Movement

By Alex Jona

Located in Lugano, TI

built using genuine antique Hamilton watch movements. Dimensions : H 0.25 in / 6.57 mm X W 0.54 in

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cufflinks

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian 14K Gold Pocket Watch Key Belcher Rolo Chain
Antique Victorian 14K Gold Pocket Watch Key Belcher Rolo Chain

Antique Victorian 14K Gold Pocket Watch Key Belcher Rolo Chain

Located in Rotterdam, NL

watch key is a magnificent jewel from ancient times. A variety of pocket watch chains were used by

Category

Antique Late 19th Century European Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold

Victorian 14K Gold Watch Chain with Rose Cut Diamond Fob, Circa 1870s
Victorian 14K Gold Watch Chain with Rose Cut Diamond Fob, Circa 1870s

Victorian 14K Gold Watch Chain with Rose Cut Diamond Fob, Circa 1870s

Located in Wallkill, NY

14K Gold Victorian Watch Chain. Chain Measuring 6 in. long with a Gold Knot that has a center rose

Category

Antique 1870s Victorian More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pocket watch stand, designed by Friedrich Schinkel around 1830 - Berlin Iron
Pocket watch stand, designed by Friedrich Schinkel around 1830 - Berlin Iron

Pocket watch stand, designed by Friedrich Schinkel around 1830 - Berlin Iron

Located in Berlin, DE

frieze. Height 31 cm. *The pocket watch is only used as a model and is not included in the price

Category

Antique 1830s German Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Berlin Iron

Antique 19th French Century Gentleman's Silver Watch Chain Waist Coat Ornament
Antique 19th French Century Gentleman's Silver Watch Chain Waist Coat Ornament

Antique 19th French Century Gentleman's Silver Watch Chain Waist Coat Ornament

Located in Munich, Bavaria

french hallmark. These watch chains used to decorate the waistcoat of a French gentleman. A silver pocket

Category

Antique 1880s French Belle Époque Vanity Items

Materials

Silver

Rare 14ct Gold Pocket Watch by August Ericsson, St Petersburg, circa 1890
Rare 14ct Gold Pocket Watch by August Ericsson, St Petersburg, circa 1890

Rare 14ct Gold Pocket Watch by August Ericsson, St Petersburg, circa 1890

Located in Worcester, GB

chronometers and precision timepieces to the Imperial Russian Navy, and retailed high-grade watches using

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Russian Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Gold

Tiffany & Co Vintage Solid 14k Zodiac Pendant Watch Movement by Concord. 1960's
Tiffany & Co Vintage Solid 14k Zodiac Pendant Watch Movement by Concord. 1960's

Tiffany & Co Vintage Solid 14k Zodiac Pendant Watch Movement by Concord. 1960's

Located in Hong Kong, HK

. The movement was made by Concord, one of the fine watch movements that Tiffany used during this period

Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ladies 14KT Bi-Color Gold Mesh Pocket Watch Chain or Necklace, Victorian 19th c
Ladies 14KT Bi-Color Gold Mesh Pocket Watch Chain or Necklace, Victorian 19th c

Ladies 14KT Bi-Color Gold Mesh Pocket Watch Chain or Necklace, Victorian 19th c

Located in valatie, NY

Victorian. This is a versatile, extremely long, very fine gold mesh chain. It can be used as a pocket watch

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Beautiful Antique Loving Cherubs Gold Metal Pocket Watch Holder or Porte Montre
Beautiful Antique Loving Cherubs Gold Metal Pocket Watch Holder or Porte Montre

Beautiful Antique Loving Cherubs Gold Metal Pocket Watch Holder or Porte Montre

Located in Tustin, CA

included. It is just being used to show you what a pocket watch would look like hanging on the hook

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Vanity Items

Materials

Brass

19th Century Dutch silver watch-key with a scene of a bunch of grapes
19th Century Dutch silver watch-key with a scene of a bunch of grapes

19th Century Dutch silver watch-key with a scene of a bunch of grapes

Located in Delft, NL

"sword". This mark is used between 1814-1906). This watch keys from early-mid 19th Century. Shows traces

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Dutch Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Silver

Antique multigem butterfly brooch in 18 karat gold and silver
Antique multigem butterfly brooch in 18 karat gold and silver

Antique multigem butterfly brooch in 18 karat gold and silver

Located in PARIS, FR

clasp which was probably used to attach a watch. The pin system on the reverse unscrews. Antique brooch

Category

Antique 19th Century French Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Silver

Rare Tiffany & Co Jewellery Box - Early 20th Century
Rare Tiffany & Co Jewellery Box - Early 20th Century

Rare Tiffany & Co Jewellery Box - Early 20th Century

Located in Braintree, GB

, traditionally used for watches or bracelets. The interior is lined in deep purple velvet, with the proportions

Category

20th Century British Boxes and Cases

Yellow Gold 'Tubogas' Necklace
Yellow Gold 'Tubogas' Necklace

Yellow Gold 'Tubogas' Necklace

$16,790

W 0.4 in L 15.16 in

Yellow Gold 'Tubogas' Necklace

Located in Brisbane City, QLD

like Bulgari who have consistently used the technique for watches, bracelets and neckwear. This

Category

Mid-20th Century American Modernist Link Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Monumental Signed Louis XVI Malachite and Ormolu Mantel Clock, Late 18th Century
Monumental Signed Louis XVI Malachite and Ormolu Mantel Clock, Late 18th Century

Monumental Signed Louis XVI Malachite and Ormolu Mantel Clock, Late 18th Century

Located in Kittery Point, ME

skilled that he was preferred to all workmen for the clocks and watches for the use of His Majesty, the

Category

Antique Late 18th Century French Neoclassical Mantel Clocks

Materials

Malachite, Ormolu

Antique English gold scaled long chain
Antique English gold scaled long chain

Antique English gold scaled long chain

Located in New York, NY

. Longuard chains were a staple of Victorian jewelry and were often worn doubled around the neck or used to

Category

Antique 1870s English Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

15k Gold

Tavolo con ruote by Gae Aulenti for FontanaArte 80s
Tavolo con ruote by Gae Aulenti for FontanaArte 80s

Tavolo con ruote by Gae Aulenti for FontanaArte 80s

$1,794

H 9.85 in W 47.25 in D 47.25 in

Tavolo con ruote by Gae Aulenti for FontanaArte 80s

By Gae Aulenti, Fontana Arte

Located in Padova, IT

inspiration came from watching industrial trolleys used in the FontanaArte factory to transport sheets of

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal

14k Gold Signature Shepherd's Hook and Charm Holder with Curling Motifs
14k Gold Signature Shepherd's Hook and Charm Holder with Curling Motifs

14k Gold Signature Shepherd's Hook and Charm Holder with Curling Motifs

Located in Venice, CA

chains or for hanging charms. The design was inspired by Victorian hooks used for watch chains. The hook

Category

2010s American Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Antique 18ct Yellow Gold Albert Chain Necklace: Edwardian Curb Link
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold Albert Chain Necklace: Edwardian Curb Link

Antique 18ct Yellow Gold Albert Chain Necklace: Edwardian Curb Link

Located in Brighton, GB

stunning 18ct yellow gold Edwardian Albert chain, previously used as a pocket watch chain. This exquisite

Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 9ct Rose Gold Albert Chain Necklace: Curb Link Victorian Circa 1880
Antique 9ct Rose Gold Albert Chain Necklace: Curb Link Victorian Circa 1880

Antique 9ct Rose Gold Albert Chain Necklace: Curb Link Victorian Circa 1880

Located in Brighton, GB

Victorian Albert chain that was previously used as a pocket watch chain. This exquisite necklace features a

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold, Rose Gold

Patek Philippe Lapis Lazuli and 18K Gold Pendant Necklace, c. 1970
Patek Philippe Lapis Lazuli and 18K Gold Pendant Necklace, c. 1970

Patek Philippe Lapis Lazuli and 18K Gold Pendant Necklace, c. 1970

By Patek Philippe

Located in New York, NY

feature the same meticulous craftsmanship and intricate designs in their watches. Using precious metals

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

Seguso Vase Murano Glass Sommerso Italian Desiign Mid-Century Modern 1960s
Seguso Vase Murano Glass Sommerso Italian Desiign Mid-Century Modern 1960s

Seguso Vase Murano Glass Sommerso Italian Desiign Mid-Century Modern 1960s

By Flavio Poli

Located in Palermo, IT

. Blue and yellow double layered glass cased into soft blue clear glass using the Sommerso technique

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

7.7 ct London Blue Topaz 14X12 Cut Cornered Retangular Fantasy Cut
7.7 ct London Blue Topaz 14X12 Cut Cornered Retangular Fantasy Cut

7.7 ct London Blue Topaz 14X12 Cut Cornered Retangular Fantasy Cut

Located in Warren, NJ

perfect for use in jewelry and watches. The stunning blue hue and exceptional clarity of this gemstone

Category

Vintage 1980s Loose Gemstones

Materials

Topaz, Blue Topaz

19th Century French Carved Painted Wood and Polished Iron Safe with Combination
19th Century French Carved Painted Wood and Polished Iron Safe with Combination

19th Century French Carved Painted Wood and Polished Iron Safe with Combination

Located in Dallas, TX

releases using an intricate mechanism (watch video), the door opens to reveal an inside adjustable shelf

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Cabinets

Materials

Iron

Antique 9ct Rose Gold, Edwardian 21 1/4 Inch Curb Link Albert Chain with T Bar
Antique 9ct Rose Gold, Edwardian 21 1/4 Inch Curb Link Albert Chain with T Bar

Antique 9ct Rose Gold, Edwardian 21 1/4 Inch Curb Link Albert Chain with T Bar

Located in Brighton, GB

-era Albert chain- previously used as a pocket watch chain. This beautiful curb link chain is stamped

Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Chain Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Georgian Gold Cased Carnelian Fob Pendant
Antique Georgian Gold Cased Carnelian Fob Pendant

Antique Georgian Gold Cased Carnelian Fob Pendant

Located in Rotterdam, NL

pocket watch chains, used by men and women to adorn their outfits while keeping their watches close at

Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Carnelian, Gold, Gold-filled, Base Metal

9ct Gold Edwardian 15 3/4 Inch Curb Link Albert Chain Hallmarked Birmingham 1900
9ct Gold Edwardian 15 3/4 Inch Curb Link Albert Chain Hallmarked Birmingham 1900

9ct Gold Edwardian 15 3/4 Inch Curb Link Albert Chain Hallmarked Birmingham 1900

Located in Brighton, GB

Introducing a stunning 9ct rose gold Edwardian Albert chain that was previously used as a pocket watch chain

Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

WWII Carl Zeiss Kriegsmarine binoculars
WWII Carl Zeiss Kriegsmarine binoculars

WWII Carl Zeiss Kriegsmarine binoculars

$25,000

H 60.24 in W 15.75 in D 10.24 in

WWII Carl Zeiss Kriegsmarine binoculars

By Carl Zeiss

Located in Aspen, CO

used for long-watch land and sky observation by German forces between 1939 and 1945. These optics have

Category

Vintage 1940s Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Aluminum

Coral, pearl and diamond Crescent pendant necklace, Early 20th Century
Coral, pearl and diamond Crescent pendant necklace, Early 20th Century

Coral, pearl and diamond Crescent pendant necklace, Early 20th Century

Located in London, GB

. Repurposed and thoughtfully redesigned using elements from a gold watch chain and a brooch, this necklace

Category

Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Pearl

Stunning Practical Tall Slim Brass Display Cabinet, Early 1900s
Stunning Practical Tall Slim Brass Display Cabinet, Early 1900s

Stunning Practical Tall Slim Brass Display Cabinet, Early 1900s

Located in Copenhagen K, DK

jeweller’s), and in very good condition. It would have been used to display pocket watches and jewellery

Category

Early 20th Century French Vitrines

Materials

Brass

Set of Two 'Cosmos' Lounge Chairs by Augusto Bozzi for Saporiti, Italy 1954
Set of Two 'Cosmos' Lounge Chairs by Augusto Bozzi for Saporiti, Italy 1954

Set of Two 'Cosmos' Lounge Chairs by Augusto Bozzi for Saporiti, Italy 1954

By Saporiti, Augusto Bozzi

Located in Hellouw, NL

with their age and use. Please watch the video for a more accurate representation of the colors and

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Nomon Tacon Wall Clock By Jose Maria Reina
Nomon Tacon Wall Clock By Jose Maria Reina

Nomon Tacon Wall Clock By Jose Maria Reina

$1,135 / item

H 39.4 in W 39.4 in D 2.3 in

Nomon Tacon Wall Clock By Jose Maria Reina

By José María Reina, Nomon

Located in Brooklyn, NY

room or whatever room you choose. Followers of classic styles will know how to use this watch and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Chrome, Brass

The Fortress Luxury Safe by Döttling
The Fortress Luxury Safe by Döttling

The Fortress Luxury Safe by Döttling

$168,000 / item

H 48.82 in W 26.38 in D 20.48 in

The Fortress Luxury Safe by Döttling

Located in New York, NY

includes eight watch winders. Using specially designed software, each watch winder is individually

Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Cabinets

Materials

Leather

9ct Rose Gold, 16 1/4 Inch Curb Link Albert Chain, Birmingham Hallmarked 1920
9ct Rose Gold, 16 1/4 Inch Curb Link Albert Chain, Birmingham Hallmarked 1920

9ct Rose Gold, 16 1/4 Inch Curb Link Albert Chain, Birmingham Hallmarked 1920

Located in Brighton, GB

Introducing a stunning 9ct rose gold 1920s Albert chain that was previously used as a pocket watch chain. This

Category

Early 20th Century English Chain Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold, Rose Gold

Edwardian c.1900 Crystal and Multi-Coloured Glass Antique Long Guard Chain
Edwardian c.1900 Crystal and Multi-Coloured Glass Antique Long Guard Chain

Edwardian c.1900 Crystal and Multi-Coloured Glass Antique Long Guard Chain

Located in Skelmersdale, GB

sometimes referred to as a guard chain. Guard chains were used to hold pocket watches and were substantial

Category

Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Crystal

Antique Victorian Split Ring with Equestrian Charms
Antique Victorian Split Ring with Equestrian Charms

Antique Victorian Split Ring with Equestrian Charms

Located in Rotterdam, NL

equestrian glove, a gold stirrup, a gold engraved pistol used as a pocket watch key, a silver horseshoe, a

Category

Antique Late 19th Century European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Gold

Gorgeous French Art Deco Clock Set and Two Tazzas Signed C.H PARIS and “JUST"
Gorgeous French Art Deco Clock Set and Two Tazzas Signed C.H PARIS and “JUST"

Gorgeous French Art Deco Clock Set and Two Tazzas Signed C.H PARIS and “JUST"

Located in Beirut, LB

. "JUST" brand had been used for their watch production since the 1900s. Most of the large JUST clocks

Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Antique Biscuit Box, by Armand Fresnais, Art Nouveau Hand-Painted Glass, France
Antique Biscuit Box, by Armand Fresnais, Art Nouveau Hand-Painted Glass, France

Antique Biscuit Box, by Armand Fresnais, Art Nouveau Hand-Painted Glass, France

By Armand Fresnais

Located in Ijzendijke, NL

watch and use, this antique biscuit container with lovely delicate hand enameled decorations. In good

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Jars

Materials

Silver Plate

Jade Bangle 18K Gold & Ohio Steel, Hand Forged, 65mm
Jade Bangle 18K Gold & Ohio Steel, Hand Forged, 65mm

Jade Bangle 18K Gold & Ohio Steel, Hand Forged, 65mm

By Augusten Burroughs

Located in Northampton, MA

bee's wax into it while you watch Netflix. Use a soft cotton cloth and take your time. You will be

Category

2010s American Artisan Bangles

Materials

Jade, 18k Gold, Steel

Beige Galuchat Cuff Bracelet
Beige Galuchat Cuff Bracelet

Beige Galuchat Cuff Bracelet

$357Sale Price|20% Off

W 3 in Dm 5.6 in

Beige Galuchat Cuff Bracelet

Located in Vannes, FR

leather goods accessory, adding a touch of luxury to your outfit. It can also be used as a belt or watch

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Artisan Cuff Bracelets

18K Gold, Jade, Bangle Created with Ohio Steel, 70mm
18K Gold, Jade, Bangle Created with Ohio Steel, 70mm

18K Gold, Jade, Bangle Created with Ohio Steel, 70mm

By Augusten Burroughs

Located in Northampton, MA

bee's wax into it while you watch Netflix. Use a soft cotton cloth and take your time. You will be

Category

2010s American Artisan Bangles

Materials

Jade, 18k Gold, Steel

Antique Floral Hand Painted Enameled Glass Biscuit Box, Art Nouveau, France
Antique Floral Hand Painted Enameled Glass Biscuit Box, Art Nouveau, France

Antique Floral Hand Painted Enameled Glass Biscuit Box, Art Nouveau, France

Located in Ijzendijke, NL

decorations in the Art Nouveau / Jugendstil style. A joy to watch and use, this antique biscuit / cake

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Tableware

Materials

Metal

Jade, Bangle, Created with Ohio Steel & 18K Gold, 70mm, 9"
Jade, Bangle, Created with Ohio Steel & 18K Gold, 70mm, 9"

Jade, Bangle, Created with Ohio Steel & 18K Gold, 70mm, 9"

By Augusten Burroughs

Located in Northampton, MA

the price down, but does require a leap of faith on your end. All of the jade I use in my collection

Category

2010s American Artisan Bangles

Materials

Jade, 18k Gold, Steel

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Browse a vast assortment of used watches for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using Steel, Gold and Stainless Steel. Our inventory is broad and distinctive, with accessories on offer that were made as long ago as the 20th Century to those produced as recently as the 21st Century. The designs in our inventory of used watches bearing Art Deco or Contemporary hallmarks are very popular. Longines 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 Diamond versions from the 1 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. There are many round cut used watches for sale. If you’re browsing the variety of used watches for sale, you’ll find that many are available today for men, but there are still pieces to choose from for women.

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On average, used watches at 1stDibs sell for $970, while they’re typically $395 on the low end and $2,395 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Finding the Right Wrist-watches for You

Antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches have captured the hearts and minds of all manner of watch collectors as well as the watchmakers themselves — it's time you found your own.

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Bulgari’s legendary Serpenti watch was on everyone’s list after the collection’s bold bracelet, which technically debuted after the timepiece, graced the wrist of actress Elizabeth Taylor. If anything, elaborately crafted timepieces — the unmistakably boxy silhouette of Cartier Tank watches, the elegant and minimal Calatrava designed by legendary Swiss house Patek Philippe — are even more effective than the shape we associate with traditional wristwatches.

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