British Watches

Graff Limited Edition Butterfly 18K White Gold Diamond and Emerald Watch, an extraordinary high jewelry timepiece that embodies the maison’s renowned mastery of diamonds and feminine elegance. Crafted in luxurious 18K white gold, the 32mm circular case is lavishly pavé-set with brilliant-cut diamonds, framing an intricate dial composed of marquise-cut and round brilliant diamonds arranged in delicate butterfly and floral motifs. At the center sits a pavé diamond dial with elegant blue hands, while vivid green emeralds form a striking floral cluster that brings vibrant contrast to the brilliance of the surrounding diamonds. One of the most captivating elements of this limited-edition creation is its rotating butterfly bezel, designed so the wearer may rotate the butterfly motif around the dial and position it at the hour of her choosing — a playful yet sophisticated detail that transforms the watch into an interactive jewel. The watch is fitted with a luxurious emerald green crocodile leather strap complemented by an 18K white gold Graff buckle accented with diamonds. The reverse is engraved “Butterfly” alongside Graff hallmarks and limited-edition references, further emphasizing its rarity and collectible appeal. A remarkable fusion of fine jewelry and Swiss watchmaking, this Graff Butterfly watch...

Our vintage and rare Rolex GMT Master "Pepsi" / "Pan am" distinguishes itself by its condition and completeness with box, certificate and significant paperwork: this reference 1675 a...

H. Lamb, Bahne Bonniksen. A Rare 18ct Yellow Gold Open face Keyless Lever 52 Min Karrusel Pocket Watch C1900. Dial: The excellent white enamel roman numeral dial with outer minute ...

Omega Seamaster Chronostop 145.008 – 41mm Cushion Case – Manual Wind – 1968 This Omega Seamaster Chronostop reference 145.008 makes no apologies for its bold design — iconic and unm...

Dating to the Art Deco era comes this stunning Longines cocktail watch. Crafted in platinum, this beautiful timepiece is adorned with a collect...

Indulge in timeless elegance with this exquisite vintage ladies watch, beautifully crafted in a combination of platinum case and 9ct white gold strap. Adorned with sparkling diamon...

Exquisitely crafted in 18K Yellow Gold, this delightful antique (Edwardian) ladies’ pocket watch is of English origin, retailed by Camerer Kuss & Co – renowned London-based retaile...

Thomas Russell & Son. A Rare 18ct Gold Half Hunter Keyless Lever Perpetual Calendar Minute Repeater Chronograph Pocket Watch C1905. Dial: The perfect white enamel dial with Roma...

John Barwise London. An 18ct Yellow Gold Keywind Fusee Lever Open Face Quarter Repeater C1832. Dial: The excellent white enamel dial with signed Barwise London and numbered with he...

Superb gold-toned Laura Biagiotti women's watch with a unique floral design on the dial. The watch face features real, pressed, and dried flowers encased in a clear cover, making eac...

18ct Yellow Gold Ladies Watch with 0.40ct natural rose cut diamonds and leather strap. Total Weight: 13.50g Total Diamond Weight: 0.40ct Case Measurement: 22.30mm Fully serviced & p...

Verge Crown Wheel Key Winding 18K Yellow Gold Ornate Pocket Watch Approx. 48 mm in diameter, 18 mm thick Stamped SH JW with English Gold Hallmarks inside the case. Date mark of F with square box around it. 61.3 dwt / 95.4g The verge (or crown wheel) escapement is the earliest known type of mechanical escapement, the mechanism in a mechanical clock that controls its rate by allowing the gear train to advance at regular intervals or 'ticks'. Its origin is unknown. Verge escapements were used from the late 13th century until the mid 19th century in clocks and pocketwatches. The name verge comes from the Latin virga, meaning stick or rod.[1] Its invention is important in the history of technology, because it made possible the development of all-mechanical clocks. This caused a shift from measuring time by continuous processes, such as the flow of liquid in water clocks...

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Thomas Higgart. A Fine Early Champleve Dial Silver Pair Case Verge Pocket Watch with it's Steel Crank Key. C1740. Dial: The beautiful silver champleve dial engraved out of a piece of silver, with Roman numerals filled with black enamel, outer engraved minute ring with engraved Arabic numerals at five minute intervals, all inlaid with black enamel. The dial also has raised cartouches in between the Roman numerals. The centre of the dial has been engraved Higgat London with a garland of flowers. The watch has it's original blued steel Beetle and Poker hands, which have survived over the centuries. The hands are set by putting the key on the centre abor and turning . Case: The fine silver pair case with the outer case being plain and the inner case also being plain with the winding hole to the back of the inner case. The inner case is stamped with the case maker mark of P.D which I believe to be Peter Desvignes, who worked from premises at 221 Piccadilly London. Movement: The excellent condition verge fusee movement which comes out of the front of the watch has a large beautifully hand engraved cock with garlands of flowers. The movement is numbered and signed Thos Higgat London. with the small silver dial to regulate the watch. The watch has a verge escapement with fine baluster pillars supporting the plates. This pocket watch is a very fine and rare example, because of it's condition of an early 18th Century...

E.J Dent London, Yellow Gold Open Face Verge Pocket watch Case: 18 Kt Solid Yellow Gold Diameter 45.5 mm, thickness 12.2 mm Total weight: 68.9 gram / 2...

Des Granges Late Recordon. A Rare 18ct Rose Gold Keywind Duplex Quarter Repeater Pocket Watch C1818 Dial: A superb 18ct gold dial with raised Roman gold numerals outer dotted minute track and engine turned centre. The original blued steel Breguet moon hands complimenting the dial beautifully. Case: The excellent heavy rose gold case English hallmarked for London 1818 with engine turned back cover. The inner cover numbered and signed Des Granges Late Recordon Cockspur Street Charing Cross London. The case maker was Thomas Hardy, a very famouse case maker of his time. The top of the pendant lifts up and turns then is depressed to make the watch chime. Movement: The gilt metal finished movement with a flat arm balance, slow fast regulation Duplex escapement hanging barrel and the wheels for the repeating works visible. The hammers and gongs are also visable. The watch chimes the hours and quarters clearly. This watch is indeed rare and important as it is double signed by Des Granges late Recordon who was the main agent in London for Abraham Louis Breguet. It also has a Duplex escapement which was used to achieve a higher accuracy of time keeping. Des Granges was a pupil of Josiah Emery...

et another vintage gem that we have managed to find. We are delighted to be able to offer this Carl F Bucherer 1340 Lemania Chronograph wristwatch ...

One of the hottest, newest watches on the market and limited to just 825 pieces of which this is one of and it's in the UK now ready for collection or next day delivery. Introducin...

A striking vintage Piaget wristwatch from the 1970s, crafted in 18KT yellow gold and designed with a bold hexagonal case. The watch is framed by a polished black onyx bezel and centr...

This delightful Smiths Empire is amazing condition considering we believe it to be from the 1950s making it about 70 odd years old. The Smiths Empire is presented with its original box. Stainless steel 33mm case, plexiglass and fitted to a leather strap with steel buckle. Some fading around the number 8 but we think this just adds to its character. An incredible rare find that you’re unlikely to see another of, its available now. Our View – Smiths watches...

Anastasia Diamond Ladies' Timepieces 113WA217/1 Fabergé timepieces embody the characteristic perfectionism and panache pioneered by Peter Carl Fabergé, who ingeniously incorporated clocks, and occasionally watches, into his rich repertoire of jewelled objects and personal possessions. Today, the tradition of Fabergé timepieces continues to evolve through collections of hand-made watches, exquisitely fusing the past and the present, artistry and craftsmanship, and deploying the finest materials, techniques and components. The graceful oval of this 18 carat white gold Anastasia watch is highlighted by the bezel set and dial diamond with internally flawless diamonds, and by the diamond-set white gold crown. The satin strap is fastened with a gold butterfly buckle. The dial is 29x25,50 mm diameter, and the quarzt movement from F1601 (base ETA 976.001). 18K white gold White gold dial pave set and case with 226 diamonds 1.13cts IF Diamond crown 0.03cts gold butterfly clasp with 77 diamonds...

FACTORY / HOUSE: M.J Tobias STYLE / REFERENCE: Hunters Case Key Wind METAL / MATERIAL: Silver CIRCA / YEAR: 1840's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter 57mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Key Win...

This wristwatch is special as it is all Diamonds with 4 square Emerald stones each .20 to total .80 carats the balance is Diamonds in round cuts, baguette cuts. There is approximate...

A sophisticated retro 1950s platinum diamond cocktail watch featuring a Swiss mechanical hand-wind movement. The off-white dial with go...

A charming vintage ladies' pendant watch crafted in 9ct yellow gold, adorned with sparkling diamonds and vibrant rubies. This elegant timepiece combines functionality with timeless ...

Graff Mother of Pearl and diamond wristwatch. The watch features rectangular Mother of pearl dial, case accented with round and square shaped diamo...

Army & Navy. A Very Heavy 18ct Yellow Gold Half Hunter Keless Lever Minute Repeater Pocket Watch, C1882. Dial: The excellent white enamel dial numbered with Roman numerals outer...

Omega Seamaster 300 – Vintage – Early 1960s – Honest Original Example A real treasure and a wonderful find, this Omega Seamaster 300 has a genuine story behind it, having been worn ...

Patek Philippe XIX Century Open-Face Gold Pocket Watch dated January 13 1891 Serial number 96510 and contrast number 213206 Expressly made for JJ Freman Toledo, O Beautiful 43m/1.69 in 18k gold case external lid. Internal lid is plain. Gold sphere, rubys. Protecting cover and front opening. Roman numerals. Porcelaine of sphere is scratched on right down side condition, Working condition t shouldn’t be surprising that a Patek Philippe holds the world auction record for a watch ($31.2 million for a Patek Grandmaster Chime, sold at Christie’s Geneva last November, in case anyone’s wondering). Known for impeccable craftsmanship and some of the most complicated timepieces ever created, the brand is considered by many to be the height of fine watchmaking. The house was founded in Geneva in 1839 by Polish expats Antoni Patek and Franciszek Czapek. Czapek left the firm, and in 1845, Patek partnered with French watchmaker Jean Adrien Philippe...

Boasting an impressive and dazzling diamond studded design, expertly crafted in precious platinum, this exquisite Art Deco ladies watch is the perfect timeless accessory for any spec...

XIX Century Open-face Gold Pocket Watch R. STEWART, Argyle & Buchanan Sts., Glasgow, #16044. Beautiful 43m/1.69in gold case with a thorough ornamental floral engraving with vegetatio...

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this super elegant original Tiffany & Co Gold & Steel with Croc leather strap Art Deco style wrist watch Th...

Robert Hynam. A 22ct Yellow Gold Pair Case Repousse 1/2 1/4 Repeater Keywind Pocket Watch C1770. Dial: The superb white enamel dial with Roman Nu...

Rotherhams London Pocket Watch Fusee Movement, 42mm Signed to the porcelain dial, adorned with black painted Roman numerals, original hands sub-dial at 6 Movement is numbered ...

Bahne Bonniksen. A Rare Heavy 18ct Yellow Gold Kew A Certified Karrusel Keyless Lever Open Face Pocket Watch C1895. Dial: The excellent white enamel Roman numeral dial with outer mi...

Rotherhams London Pocket Watch Movement, 42mm Signed to the porcelain dial, adorned with black painted Roman numerals, original hands sub-dial at 6 Movement is numbered

S.Smith & Son. A Rare and Important Keyless Lever 18ct Yellow Gold Karrusel Half Hunter Pocket Watch, C1898. Dial: The wonderful cream coloured Willis enamel dial with Roman num...

A breathtaking throwback to the bold elegance of the 1950s, this vintage cocktail wristwatch is the perfect retro statement piece in every way. Powered by a manual wind movement and...

A heavy English minute repeater chronograph 18ct yellow gold keyless lever full hunter pocket watch, C1898. Dial: The white enamel with Roman numerals, outer minute track with Arabic numerals. The subsidiary seconds dial is located at six o'clock and the minute recorder dial for the stopwatch is located at twelve o'clock. The original blued steel hands with a gold centre second hand. Case: The massive English hallmarked 18ct yellow gold case (198grm) with plain front and back covers. The slide for the repeater is on the side of the case. The inner cuvette has an interesting inscription stating that the watch was gifted as a Token of respect and goodwill to Brother R. Kelly by fellow members of a Masonic Lodge in March 1899. The casemaker was Philippe Woodman who worked out of Northampton Square, Clerkenwell London Movement: The unsigned fully jewelled and numbered movement with part Swiss engraved on the movement meaning that some components were supplied by Swiss watch houses. The chiming of the hours quarters and minutes are very clear. The chronograph mechanism is located under the dial. This is an exceptionally heavy gold pocket watch...

Circa 1970 Roy King ( London ) for Omega Mid Century modern design 18K Yellow Gold Ladder form Bracelet Wrist Watch, measuring 7 1/2 inches in length X 1 5/8 inches wide. Omega 17 Jewel...

A John Cashmore 18ct yellow gold, half quarter repeater keyless lever half hunter pocket watch, C1893. Dial: The white enamel Roman numeral dial with subsidiary seconds dial outer minute track signed John Cashmore London. The original blued steel double spade hands with original blued steel seconds hand. Case: The heavy 18ct yellow gold half hunter case with blue inlaid enamel...

Barruad & Lunds. A Silver Patent Winding Up & Down Fusee, Free Sprung Open Face Pocket Watch. C1870 Dial: The white enamel dial with Roman numerals, outer minute track signe...

Peter Desmarais, St Martins Court, Leister Square. An 18K rose gold pair case, key wind cylinder pocket watch, London, C1803. Dial: A beautiful original ful...

Underwood Rotobox Triple-Module Watch Winder with Jewelry Case Lift Top and Glass-Fronted Winders. The luxurious leather cases are handcrafted in Italy i tan Tuscan calf. This luxury...

Silver-plated stop watch, London, 1930's, Findlay & Co. - makers. Excellent working order; @2" diameter. Case is in very good condition, with some very mi...

Antique c1830 English Fusee Pocket Watch Movement Signed Will Baker Shrewsbury Numbered 140 White Porcelain Dial, Roman numerals, subsidiary seconds dial (one hand is missing) D...

S. Smith and Son. A Rare Heavy 18ct Yellow Gold Keyless Lever Fusee Up & Down Free Sprung Open Face Pocket Watch C1919. Dial: The beautiful cream coloured Willis dial signed S. ...

This rare and elegant half-hunter pocket watch by Arnold & Chas. Frodsham is a true collector’s piece, crafted from solid 18K gold with a triple-hinged case. Weighing an impressive 1...

9ct Gold Victorian display Chain section These were used to display medals ,coins , but are now a very decadent item of jewellery that can be worn e...

A Thomas Russell & Son Liverpool heavy yellow gold keyless lever 55mm full hunter, Kew A Certified pocket watch, C1910s. Dial: The superb white enamel dial fully signed Thomas Russell & Son Liverpool with Kew A Adjusted in Red Writing, Black Roman Numerals and outer minute track with subsidiary seconds dial at six o'clock and original blued steel spade hands. Case: The 18ct Yellow Gold Full Hunter case with beautifully entwined monogram to the front cover and plain back cover. The inner cuvette is plain and the case is numbered and fully English hallmarked for Chester 1911. Movement: This very unusual, nickel finished highly jewelled movement with screwed in chatons and adjusted with Tourbillon style bridge, micro regulation, compensation balance and lever escapement. This watch passed the Kew A Observatory Chronometer certification officially recorded in the books of the National Physical Laboratory Kew. This is a very important watch...

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Thomas Russell & Son Liverpool. A Rare Kew A Rating Silver Centre Second Keyless Lever Free Sprung Karrusel Open Face Pocket Watch C1939 Dial: The excellent white enamel dial f...

FACTORY / HOUSE: English Chain Driven STYLE / REFERENCE: Pair Cased Pocket Watch METAL / MATERIAL: Sterling Silver CIRCA / YEAR: 1840's DIMENSIO...

FACTORY / HOUSE: J.W. Benson STYLE / REFERENCE: Trench Watch / Campaign Style METAL / MATERIAL: Sterling Silver CIRCA / YEAR: 1915 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 32mm X Diameter 27mm MOVE...

Gabriel London. A Rare 18ct Gold Full Hunter Keyless Lever Pocket Watch C1891. Dial: The excellent white enamel dial Signed Gabriel London and numbered limited series with Roman numerals outer minute track and subsidiary seconds dial at six o'clock. The original blued steel spade hands and matching blued steel seconds hand. Case: The heavy 18ct yellow gold case with plain front cover and the rear cover with a beautiful entwined monogram. The single back cover opens to reveal the movement. The cases are all English hallmarked for London 1891 with the case being made by Joseph Walton from 7 Upper Charles Street Clerkenwell. Movement: This beautiful keyless lever movement with Tourbillion style bridge being free sprung with diamond endstone for the compensated balance wheel, and blued steel hair spring. This type of layout for the movement is very rare indeed. Victor Kullberg...