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Brass Cased Naval Bridge / Desk Clock by Waltham Watch Co. USA. 17 Jewel, 1930
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in Canterbury, England
Our very rare brass cased naval bridge / desk clock by Waltham Watch Co. USA is manually wound (7
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1930s Vintage Waltham Watch
Waltham Gold Fill Manual Wristwatch
By Waltham
Located in Surfside, FL
-owned Waltham Watch. Certified preowned Vintage Waltham watch on a Brown Leather band with a Gold Fill
Category
1930s Vintage Waltham Watch
Materials
Gold-filled
Waltham Vanguard Railroad Grade Pocket Watch 9561627
By Waltham
Located in Surfside, FL
Waltham Vanguard premier railroad grade pocket watch. 23 Jewels with 8 adjustments. Movement
Category
20th Century Vintage Waltham Watch
Materials
Gold-filled
Waltham Vanguard 10k Rolled Gold Pocket Watch
By Waltham
Located in Surfside, FL
16 size. Fine Pre-owned Waltham Watch. Certified preowned Classic Waltham Vanguard Vanguard watch
Category
20th Century Vintage Waltham Watch
Materials
Gold, Gold Plate
Waltham Pocket Watch 10k Gold Fill Case Arabic Numeral Dial Case
By Waltham
Located in Surfside, FL
Waltham Vangaurd Pocket Watch in 10k gold filled case; 23 Jewel movement with rare 8-position
Category
1940s Vintage Waltham Watch
Materials
10k Gold, Gold-filled
Waltham Classic with a white dial Manual watch
By Waltham
Located in Surfside, FL
Fine Pre-owned Waltham Watch. Certified preowned Vintage Waltham Vintage watch is made out of yellow
Category
1930s Vintage Waltham Watch
Materials
Yellow Gold
Waltham Platinum Rare Art Deco Watch with Original Dial from 1936
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
“industrialization.” Before the Waltham Watch Company, watches were generally produced by hand, in “cottage
Category
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Waltham Watch
Materials
Platinum
Waltham Gold Filled Art Deco Ladies Wrist Watch
By Waltham
Located in Long Beach, CA
market as well as promote the idea of “industrialization.” Before the Waltham Watch Company, watches were
Category
1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Waltham Watch
Materials
Gold-filled
Waltham Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Open Face Pocket Watch from 1879
By Waltham
Located in Long Beach, CA
well as promote the idea of “industrialization.” Before the Waltham Watch Company, watches were
Category
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Waltham Watch
Materials
Gold-filled
Waltham White Gold Filled Art Deco Watch circa 1934
By Waltham
Located in Long Beach, CA
as well as promote the idea of “industrialization.” Before the Waltham Watch Company, watches were
Category
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Waltham Watch
Materials
Base Metal, Steel
Waltham "Sapphire" Gold Filled Art Deco Watch with Original Dial
By Waltham
Located in Long Beach, CA
as well as promote the idea of “industrialization.” Before the Waltham Watch Company, watches were
Category
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Waltham Watch
Materials
Gold-filled
Waltham White Gold Filled Art Deco Tank Style Watch American Made 1940's
By Waltham
Located in Long Beach, CA
“industrialization.” Before the Waltham Watch Company, watches were generally produced by hand, in “cottage
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Waltham Watch
Materials
Gold-filled, White Gold
Waltham Gold Filled Art Deco Cushion Shaped Watch with Original Dial from 1940's
By Waltham
Located in Long Beach, CA
idea of “industrialization.” Before the Waltham Watch Company, watches were generally produced by hand
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Waltham Watch
Materials
Gold-filled
Waltham Gold Filled Tortue Shaped Art Deco Watch with Flawless Original Dial
By Waltham
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tortue Shape
METAL / MATERIAL
Category
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Waltham Watch
Materials
Stainless Steel
Waltham Gold Filled Art Deco Watch circa, 1940's with Original Dial
By Waltham
Located in Long Beach, CA
Waltham Watch Company, watches were generally produced by hand, in “cottage” industries. They were owned
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Waltham Watch
Materials
Gold-filled
Waltham 14k Art Deco Cushion Shaped Watch with Original Rare Black Dial
By Waltham
Located in Long Beach, CA
Waltham Watch Company, watches were generally produced by hand, in “cottage” industries. They were owned
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Waltham Watch
Waltham Gold Filled Art Deco Watch
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE:
METAL / MATERIAL: YGF / SS
CIRCA / YEAR
Category
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Waltham Watch
Waltham Gold Filled Art Deco Tonneau Shaped Watch with original Dial
By Waltham
Located in Long Beach, CA
Waltham Watch Company, watches were generally produced by hand, in “cottage” industries. They were owned
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Waltham Watch
Materials
Gold-filled
Waltham Gold Filled Art Deco Tortue with Breguet Engine Turned Dial from 1939
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
market as well as promote the idea of “industrialization.” Before the Waltham Watch Company, watches were
Category
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Waltham Watch
Materials
Gold-filled
Waltham 14k Solid Gold Rare Art Deco Watch with Original Gold Dial 1935
By Waltham
Located in Long Beach, CA
promote the idea of “industrialization.” Before the Waltham Watch Company, watches were generally produced
Category
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Waltham Watch
Materials
14k Gold
Waltham Solid Gold Art Deco Tank Style Watch Hand Made from 1940's
By Waltham
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style
METAL / MATERIAL
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Waltham Watch
Waltham 14kt, Solid Gold Art Deco Lady's Watch with Original Crown from 1936
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Oval Shaped
METAL / MATERIAL
Category
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Waltham Watch
Waltham Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Tonneau Shape with Original Dial from 1930's
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tonneau Shape
METAL / MATERIAL
Category
1930s American Vintage Waltham Watch
Waltham Chromium Tonneau Shaped Three Register Chronograph Manual Watch
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Chronograph / Tonneau Shaped
METAL
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Modern Vintage Waltham Watch
Waltham Art Deco Yellow Gold Filled Wristwatch from 1940s
By Waltham
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Round / Art Deco
METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Waltham Watch
Materials
Gold-filled, Yellow Gold
Waltham Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Tortue Shaped Watch, Circa 1940's
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tortue Shape
METAL / MATERIAL
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Waltham Watch
Materials
Gold-filled
Waltham Platinum & Diamond Art Deco Watch High Grade 1930's
By Waltham
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Dress Watch
METAL / MATERIAL
Category
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Waltham Watch
Materials
Platinum
Waltham for Shreve & Co. Yellow Gold Art Deco Pocket Wristwatch from 1935
By Shreve & Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company / Shreve and Co
STYLE / REFERENCE: Pocket Wristwatch
Category
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Waltham Watch
Longines Yellow Gold Enamel Dial Military Chronograph Manual Watch from 1933
By Longines
Located in Long Beach, CA
Watch Company.
Waltham was a major exhibitor at the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago. The
Category
1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Waltham Watch
Materials
Yellow Gold, Enamel
Waltham Fontomatic Men's Wrist Watch w Date
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
In its period and considered modernist style circa late 1950's, this 33mm vintage Waltham Men's
Category
1960s American Vintage Waltham Watch
Materials
Steel
American Watch Co. Waltham Pocket Watch Model 1908 "Railroad Grade"
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in Dallas, TX
American Watch Co. Waltham Pocket Watch Model 1908 "Railroad Grade" - Manual winding; 23 jewels
Category
20th Century American Vintage Waltham Watch
American Watch Co. Yellow Gold Waltham Presentation Manual Pocket Watch
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in Dallas, TX
American Watch Co. Waltham 14K Yellow Gold Pocket Watch - Manual winding; 17 jewels. 14K Yellow
Category
20th Century American Art Deco Vintage Waltham Watch
Antique 1903 Waltham 14k Yellow Gold Pocket Watch
By Waltham
Located in New York, NY
This antique 1903 Waltham pocket watch is crafted in solid 14k yellow gold, showcasing classic
Category
20th Century Vintage Waltham Watch
Materials
14k 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
Category
Mid-20th Century Vintage Waltham Watch
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Waltham Presidential Presentation Model 1862 18K Yellow Gold Pocket Watch
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in Dallas, TX
Waltham Presidential Presentation Model 1862 18K Yellow Gold Pocket Watch - Manual winding; 19
Category
20th Century American Vintage Waltham Watch
Waltham Yellow Gold Art Deco Watch circa 1950's
By Waltham
Located in Long Beach, CA
LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT
This classic Art Deco Tank Style Watch was produced for the legendary house of
Category
1950s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Waltham Watch
Materials
Yellow Gold
Waltham Gold-Filled Antique Open Face Pocket Watch, Size 14S
By Waltham
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Beautiful antique Waltham pocket watch with white dial.
Blue hands and a dedicated seconds dial
Category
20th Century American Art Deco Vintage Waltham Watch
Materials
Gold-filled
Waltham Presidential Presentation Model 1862 18K Yellow Gold Pocket Watch
By Waltham
Located in Dallas, TX
Waltham Presidential Presentation Model 1862 18K Yellow Gold Pocket Watch - Manual winding; 15
Category
20th Century American Vintage Waltham Watch
Illinois White Gold-Filled Art Deco Watch circa 1930's
By Illinois Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
innovative manufacturing techniques inspired by the Waltham Watch Company. Early success was driven by the
Category
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Waltham Watch
Materials
Gold-filled, White Gold
Vintage Waltham Antique 45mm 18k Gold White Dial Hand Wound Pocket Watch 976053
By Waltham
Located in New York, NY
18k Yellow Gold. 15 Jewels. Covered by a 1-year seller warranty.
Brand: Waltham Type: Pocket
Category
20th Century Swiss Vintage Waltham Watch
Materials
18k Gold
Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Watch, Round circa 1950's with Original Dial
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
the same year, the founders visited the Waltham Watch Company in Waltham, Massachusetts to “poach
Category
1950s American Art Deco Vintage Waltham Watch
Materials
Gold-filled
Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Automatic Art Deco Watch, circa 1960's with Rare Dial
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
, Illinois. In September of the same year, the founders visited the Waltham Watch Company in Waltham
Category
1960s American Art Deco Vintage Waltham Watch
Materials
Gold-filled, Yellow Gold
Elgin Mid Century Manual Winding Watch with Original Silvered Dial
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
Waltham Watch Company in Waltham, Massachusetts to “poach” some of their employees. They successfully
Category
1950s American Art Deco Vintage Waltham Watch
Materials
Gold-filled
14K White Gold Waltham Pocket Watch with Chain
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Waltham 14k white gold pocket watch.
Open face, 21 jewel Maximus A movement, adjust 5 positions
Category
Late 20th Century Vintage Waltham Watch
Materials
14k Gold, White Gold
18K Yellow Gold Waltham Pocket Watch Size 6
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
18k yellow gold Waltham Pocket watch with a hunting case.
Model 1890, Size 6, serial number 5506199
Category
Mid-20th Century Vintage Waltham Watch
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Elgin Rose Gold Filled Art Deco Watch Tortue Shaped Watch from 1940's
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
the same year, the founders visited the Waltham Watch Company in Waltham, Massachusetts to “poach
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Waltham Watch
Materials
Gold-filled, Rose Gold
Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Open Face American Pocket Watch circa 1912 Enamel Dial
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
founders visited the Waltham Watch Company in Waltham, Massachusetts to “poach” some of their employees
Category
Mid-20th Century American Vintage Waltham Watch
Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Watch, ca 1940's with Flawless Original Dial
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
visited the Waltham Watch Company in Waltham, Massachusetts to “poach” some of their employees. They
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Waltham Watch
Materials
Gold-filled
Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Shockmaster Art Deco Watch, 1950's Flawless Dial
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
Company in Chicago, Illinois. In September of the same year, the founders visited the Waltham Watch
Category
1950s American Art Deco Vintage Waltham Watch
Materials
Gold-filled
Elgin Gold Filled Modernist Tank Style Watch with Flawless Original Dial 1950's
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
visited the Waltham Watch Company in Waltham, Massachusetts to “poach” some of their employees. They
Category
1950s American Art Deco Vintage Waltham Watch
Materials
Gold-filled
Lord Elgin 14Kt Solid Gold Art Deco Watch circa 1950's Vault Find
By Lord Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
Waltham Watch Company in Waltham, Massachusetts to “poach” some of their employees. They successfully
Category
1960s American Art Deco Vintage Waltham Watch
Materials
Gold
Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Watch circa 1960's with Original Dial
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
Waltham Watch Company in Waltham, Massachusetts to “poach” some of their employees. They successfully
Category
1960s American Modernist Vintage Waltham Watch
Materials
Gold-filled, Yellow Gold
Lord Elgin Gold Filled Art Deco Watch with Factory Original Dial circa 1940's
By Lord Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
Company in Chicago, Illinois. In September of the same year, the founders visited the Waltham Watch
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Waltham Watch
Materials
Gold-filled
Elgin Ladies Solid Gold Art Deco Watch with Cord Band 1940s and Box
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
the same year, the founders visited the Waltham Watch Company in Waltham, Massachusetts to “poach
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Waltham Watch
Materials
14k Gold
Lady Elgin Gold-Filled Art Deco Tank Watch with Original Dial from 1940's
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
in Chicago, Illinois. In September of the same year, the founders visited the Waltham Watch Company
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Waltham Watch
Materials
Gold-filled
Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Watch with Original Dial from the 1940's
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
, Illinois. In September of the same year, the founders visited the Waltham Watch Company in Waltham
Category
1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Waltham Watch
Materials
Gold-filled
Elgin Gold Filled De Luxe Art Deco Watch, circa 1940's with Custom Finished Dial
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
in Chicago, Illinois. In September of the same year, the founders visited the Waltham Watch Company
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Waltham Watch
Materials
Gold-filled
Elgin Gold Filled Art Deco Tonneau Shaped Watch with Original Dial 1940's
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
in Chicago, Illinois. In September of the same year, the founders visited the Waltham Watch Company
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Waltham Watch
Materials
Gold-filled
Lord Elgin Yellow Gold-Filled Shockmaster Art Deco Watch 1950's Original Dial
By Lord Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
watches. The watch is still fitted with its original dial as well and it has a great modernist look to it
Category
1950s American Art Deco Vintage Waltham Watch
Materials
Gold-filled
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 Vintage Waltham Watch
Materials
Yellow Gold
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Vintage Waltham Watch For Sale on 1stDibs
On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage waltham watch for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of gold, 14k gold and gold-filled, this item was constructed with great care. Making the right choice when shopping for a vintage waltham watch may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 20th Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Finding an appealing vintage waltham watch — no matter the origin — is easy, but Waltham, American Waltham Watch Co. and Bulova Watch Company each produced a popular version that is worth a look. When shopping for a vintage waltham watch, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or women today than there are for men.
How Much is a Vintage Waltham Watch?
Prices for a vintage waltham watch can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $625 and can go as high as $8,200, while this accessory, on average, fetches $1,200.
Finding the Right Watches for You
Records show that, in Europe, by the 16th century, it was high time for portable clock devices. Right now, perhaps you’re shopping for your own. If so, find a vast range of fashionable and functional antique, vintage and luxury watches on 1stDibs.
While wall-mounted time tellers and grandfather clocks were much more convenient than the sundials of ancient history, watches were becoming crucial for an increasingly connected society whose members learned that the latest advancements in technology meant they could carry devices that kept time to within a minute a day. Tragically, the first pocket watches — albeit an improvement on the accessories that preceded them, which dangled from a chain worn around the neck — didn’t help much as far as accuracy or portability. Focused on style over substance, the upper class frequently carried lavish pieces that ran hours behind.
Eventually, watches migrated from owners’ pockets to their wrists. In the early days of watchmaking, watches were fragile enough that they necessitated protection from the elements. Now, wristwatches made of gold and steel can withstand the harshest climates — even 100 meters underwater, in the case of Rolex’s Submariner. Designer Gérald Genta, whose range of clients included Rolex, created for Audemars Piguet the first luxury sports timepiece to be made from stainless steel. First introduced in 1972, the Royal Oak was a perfect choice for blending the form and function that are now synonymous with sports watches.
Indeed, although exceedingly practical, the watches of today are far from bland. Bulgari’s iconic 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 watches. You’ll always know what time it is because you won’t be able to tear your eyes away from your new accessory.
Form watches — the all-encompassing moniker bestowed upon non-round watches — are making headlines and completing contemporary fashionable ensembles the world over. At the same time, both casual fans and careful collectors are drawn to the unbeatable charm of vintage styles, such as the icons designed by Omega that even James Bond can’t resist.
When shopping for a watch, it’s good to keep your needs as well as your specific personal style in mind: A smaller, subtle timepiece is a good fit for small wrists. When will you be wearing your new accessory? There’s a versatile model out there for everyday wear, while a rugged, feature-heavy watch is a safe bet if you’re prone to embarking on all-weather activities in the great outdoors.
Find exactly what you’re looking for in an unparalleled collection of antique, vintage and luxury watches on 1stDibs that includes Cartier watches, Rolex watches, Patek Philippe watches and more — we promise it will be worth your time.
Questions About Vintage Waltham Watch
- What is a Waltham watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024A Waltham watch is a timepiece made by one of two manufacturers. The original maker of Waltham watches was the Waltham Watch Company, which operated from 1850 to 1981. During that period, Waltham manufactured more than 40 million watches and clocks. After the company closed, one of its subsidiaries, Waltham, SA, continued the production of Waltham watches. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Waltham watches.
- Are Waltham watches valuable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Yes, some Waltham watches are valuable. The 14-karat and 18-karat gold pocket watches produced by the American watchmaker during the late 19th century tend to be the most collectable. Generally, the type, model, age and condition of the watch will determine how much it's worth. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer can assist with the valuation process. On 1stDibs, explore an assortment of Waltham watches.
- How old are Waltham watches?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024The American Waltham Watch Company is more than 150 years old. Aaron Lufkin Dennison established it in Waltham, Massachusetts, in 1854. Today, people remember Dennison and his company for introducing the concept of interchangeable parts in watches. This innovation was a landmark in the history of watches, allowing timepieces to be manufactured more quickly. Explore a variety of American Waltham Watch Company watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024The oldest Waltham watch is the Waltham Model 1857 pocket watch. Introduced in 1857, this mechanical pocket watch was the first American-made pocket watch to ever enjoy widespread commercial success. Waltham began making wristwatches in the early 20th century. One of its first models that went on to generate significant sales was the Riverside, which debuted in 1912. Shop a selection of Waltham watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Waltham stopped making its watches in 1957, and became known as the Waltham Precision Instruments Company. During its time, Waltham made over 40 million watches. On 1stDibs, you can find a collection of authentic Waltham pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024Waltham pocket watches are more than 150 years old. The American watchmaker introduced its first pocket watch in 1857, and it called this groundbreaking watch the Model 1857 in honor of its launch date. Waltham went on to become one of the leading makers of pocket watches for personal use and the railroad industry in the U.S. Shop a diverse assortment of Waltham watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024Waltham watches went out of business in 1957 when the original owners of the Waltham Watch Company filed for bankruptcy. However, that wasn't the end of the Waltham brand. Until the 1980s, a new owner produced Waltham watches in the Waltham Watch Company's former factory. Today, Waltham S.A. continues to manufacture mechanical watches that bear the Waltham name. Shop a variety of Waltham watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To open a Waltham pocket watch, seek the help of an experienced watch repairer. Opening a pocket watch on your own could end up damaging the timepiece. A professional has the tools necessary to perform the task safely. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Waltham pocket watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024To tell how old your Waltham pocket watch is, open up the back and locate the serial number. The National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors has a searchable serial number database that you can use to look up the number you find. With just a few clicks, this resource will tell you about your watch's year of production, model number, materials and more. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of Waltham pocket watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024The history of the American Waltham Watch Company started in 1854, when Aaron Lufkin Dennison founded the company in Waltham, Massachusetts. There, it began to manufacture watches with interchangeable parts, a new approach to production that allowed the company to prepare watches much more quickly than its competitors. Still, the company experienced economic hardships during its early years, and Dennison was forced to sell his company to Royal E. Robbins in 1857. When the Civil War broke out in 1861, Robbins and his business partners, Henry Asher Robbins and Daniel F. Appleton, capitalized on the military's need for reliable watches by introducing an inexpensive $13 timepiece called the William Ellery. Following the war, the company became a supplier to major railways. After a period of sluggish sales as a result of the Panic of 1907, the American Waltham Watch Company revived the business by expanding its manufacturing into fuses and other essential materials for World War I. By the 1920s, the company was producing wristwatches and continued to do so despite changes in ownership during the 1950s and ’60s. By the 1970s, the company was no longer manufacturing watches but had licensed its name to other watchmakers, a practice that continues to this day. On 1stDibs, find a range of American Waltham Watch Company watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024No, the Waltham Watch Company does not still exist. The watchmaker went out of business in 1981. However, a subsidiary of the original company, Waltham, SA, does continue to manufacture timepieces. Shop a range of Waltham Watch Company watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Waltham pocket watches were made from 1850 to 1957. The Waltham Watch Company also produced clocks, compasses, speedometers and precision instruments at its factories in Massachusetts. Shop a collection of Waltham pocket watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Real gold Waltham pocket watches will include a stamp on the rear of the case cover indicating the karat of gold used to create the watch. Several other stamped lines may also indicate a gold watch. However, the best way to determine if a gold Waltham pocket watch is authentic is to work with a certified appraiser. Find a variety of expertly vetted gold Waltham pocket watches on 1stDibs.
- What is a vintage watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A vintage watch is any watch that is at least two decades old. A model number can usually be found on a watch's movement for identification purposes, and date marks on the back of a watch can usually tell you if it is vintage. Vintage timepieces have made a comeback for serious collectors as well as casual enthusiasts all over the world. Find a collection of vintage watches on 1stDibs today.
- What is a vintage-style watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024A vintage-style watch is a contemporary timepiece with a design that draws inspiration from watches produced in previous eras. To be considered a vintage watch rather than a vintage-style watch, a timepiece must be at least 20 years old. Antique watches are at least 100 years old. Explore a wide variety of vintage watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The easiest way to determine if a watch is vintage is to look for a date on the back. If the date is more than 20 years old, the timepiece would be considered vintage. If a watch lacks a date, a certified appraiser has the knowledge and experience needed to determine its age. Find a variety of watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The gold content of a vintage watch will depend on the make and model of the watch. Gold is a popular choice for luxury watches due to its finish and yellow-golden hue that can be achieved through gold or gold-plated bands. Shop a wide selection of expertly vetted vintage watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024There is no single most sought-after vintage watch. Trends in collecting do vary over time, but some watches have reached an iconic status and tend to remain popular among collectors year after year. Examples of such watches include the Rolex Submariner Ref. 5513, the Omega Speedmaster Professional Ref. 105.003, the TAG Heuer Monaco Ref. 1133B, Patek Philippe Calatrava Ref. 96, Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso, the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Ref. 5402, the Vacheron Constantin Historiques American 1921, the Longines 13ZN Chronograph, the Zenith El Primero Ref. A384, the Tudor Submariner Ref. 7928, the Breitling Navitimer Ref. 806, the IWC Big Pilot Ref. 5002, the Cartier Tank Louis Cartier, the Breguet Type XX, the Universal Genève Polerouter, the Seiko 6139 "Pogue," the Hamilton Ventura and the Omega Seamaster 300 Ref. 165.014. Shop a diverse assortment of vintage watches on 1stDibs.
- How old is my vintage watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024To determine how old your vintage watch is, first do some research using trusted online resources. Start by looking at the back of your watch to see if there are any numbers, such as serial or model numbers. Cross-referencing these numbers with online reference guides can often give you a rough idea of when a watch was produced. If you can't find any type of identifying number, you can learn more about the maker to find out when it crafted similar watches or have a certified appraiser or other knowledgeable expert assist you with the dating process. Shop a wide range of watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024To identify a vintage Hamilton watch, grab a magnifying glass and look for its model number, serial number and case number. Most timepieces produced by Hamilton will display one, two or all three of these numbers. The model and case numbers generally appear on the back of the case, and you can usually find the serial number on the lugs. You can enter these numbers into the search tool on the National Association of Watch & Clock Collectors's official website to learn about your watch's age, style name and other characteristics. If you have any difficulty, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer can help you. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of vintage Hamilton watches.
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