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Waltham 14K Gold Double Cased Pocket Watch
Located in valatie, NY
This beautiful 14k pocket watch is made by Waltham. It has a triple case, numbered 583785, that has intricate engravings and details. This watch was made around 1910. The dial has Ar...
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Early 20th Century American Pocket Watches

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14k Gold

Antique 14k Solid Yellow Gold Waltham Pocket Watch Keystone Hunter Case Monogram
Located in Greer, SC
Beautifully crafted antique Waltham pocket watch in a stunning solid 14k yellow gold hunters case by Keystone. This pocket watch is circa late 1800's to early 1900's and features a monogram front with floral back, very ornately engraved. Hefty in size measuring 2 inches in diameter by half an inch in depth, 2.7 inches in total length with the bow and crown. This classic pocket watch winds up...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Pocket Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1991 Rolex Day Date Platinum Blue Vignette Dial Ref. 18346
Located in Dubai, AE
Platinum Vignette - Vignette dials were made with the same lacquer which the Stella dials are made with. To obtain the degrade finish on the dial, a special centrifugal technique was...
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1990s Pocket Watches

Materials

Platinum

Antique Marcus & Co Platinum Diamond Pocket Watch Vintage Wind Up Monogram
Located in Greer, SC
Antique Marcus & Co. pocket watch with dazzling diamonds set in platinum. Featuring a monogram centerpiece, this small but gorgeous watch measures 1 inch in diameter with a total dro...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Pocket Watches

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Diamond, Platinum

American Waltham Pocket Watch
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This classic American Waltham pocket watch is a fine example of early American craftsmanship and timeless design. Weighing 59.42 grams,...
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1980s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Pocket Watches

Antique Victorian silk albertina and gilt compass
Located in NEWARK, GB
A lovely antique Victorian era black silk ribbon fob with a gilt compass. The long black silk fob is sleek with rich gilt end caps and a chain length suspended from the bottom. The...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Pocket Watches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Rare Van Cleef and Arpels Gold Travel Clock
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This compact, 18K yellow gold, Van Cleef and Arpels travel clock is a unique piece of vintage luxury. At its heart is a Movado Ermetophon alarm movement inside the exquisitely crafte...
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Mid-20th Century American Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe Platinum Diamond Art Deco Pocket Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1930s Patek Philippe Pocket watch, 44 M.M Platinum 3 piece case, Caliber 2680 "special" 18 Jewel mechanical, manual wind nickle lever movement, signed: Patek Philippe and also ...
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1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Pocket Watches

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Diamond, Platinum

Antique Ladies Hunter Elgin 4 Color Gold Pocket Watch and 18k Gold Chain
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Antique 14k four color gold hunter case pocket watch made by the Elgin Company around 1908 (based on movement serial # 13333340) features an elaborately decorated 14 c...
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Early 1900s American Late Victorian Antique Pocket Watches

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Henry Capt. Genève Pocket Watch
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Henry Capt Genève Antique Pocket Watch Serial Number: 97313 Total Weight: 55.01 grams This distinguished pocket watch by Henry Capt of Genève reflects timeless Swiss craftsmanship. ...
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Early 1800s Central American Art Deco Antique Pocket Watches

Antique 14K Yellow Gold Lady's Hunting Watch W/ Chain by Waltham Watch Co. 1888
Located in New York, NY
This striking antique 14K Yellow Gold Lady’s Hunting Watch w/Fob by Waltham Watch Co. 1888 retains its original gold case, movement and dial work, an exq...
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Late 19th Century American Aesthetic Movement Antique Pocket Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Hamilton Railroad Grade U.S. Ordinance Pocket Watch w Original Packaging
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
With original issued packaging and in operating condition, this interesting timepiece dates back circa 1960 Vietnam era. Issued by U.S. Army Ordinance Department 6645-679-821, this s...
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1960s American Vintage Pocket Watches

Materials

Steel

Patek Philippe. A Rare Gold Open Face Pocket Watch C1900
Located in Mayfair, London, London
Patek Philippe. A Rare 14ct Rose Gold Keyless Lever Open Face Pocket Watch C1900. Dial: The elegant white enamel dial fully signed Patek Philippe & Cie Geneve with Arabic numerals o...
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Early 1900s Swiss Antique Pocket Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Rose Gold

20th Century Enamel Silver Boule de Geneve Watch Pendant Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Watch pendant with chain in silver. A charming antique jewel, this set consists of a chain of blue enameled spindle-shaped links separated by silver rings. The clasp is a spring ring...
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Pocket Watches

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Antique 18K Gold Lépine Pocket Watch
Located in Vannes, FR
Antique Lépine Pocket Watch in 18 Carat Gold - Enamel Dial and Roman Numerals Material: Yellow gold case, 18 carats, of a remarkable finesse and brightness. Dial: Delicate white enamel adorned with roman numerals for the hours and arabic indexes for the minutes, a classic and legible design. Needles: Pistol-style, finely crafted for a sophisticated look. Movement: High precision mechanical movement equipped with an anchor exhaust in straight line. Specifications: Breguet Spiral and 19 rubies, guaranteeing optimal performance and increased durability. Condition: Excellent antique condition with a light patina and natural wear marks consistent with its age. Additional details: Authenticity: Original components, including crown and reassembly mechanism. Style: The Lépine case is minimalist and thin, a feature that collectors love. Rarity: The 19th century Lépine watches...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Patek Philippe Savonnette Pocket Watch Triple Signed 18 Karat Yellow Gold 1891
Located in Baltimore, MD
Patek Philippe Savonnette Pocket Watch Triple Signed 18 Karat Yellow Gold 1891 Metal: 18k yellow gold Weight: 65.3 grams Case: 47mm, 57mm to end of crown stem Serial: 256368 Signed...
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1890s Swiss Antique Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Original Vulcain Pocket Watch in 18ct Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
18ct Yellow Gold Original Vulcain Pocket Watch, In Perfect Condition Additional Information: Serial Number 1900497 Total Weight: 64.9g Number of Jewels:16 Diameter of Watch without...
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Late 20th Century Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vacheron & Constantin Chronomètre Royal 18kt Gold Pocket Watch – 55mm
Located in Firenze, IT
Key Features: Maker: Vacheron & Constantin Model: Chronomètre Royal Case Material: 18kt yellow gold (fully hallmarked) Total Weight: 133.5 grams Diameter: 55 mm (excluding crown) Dia...
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1910s Swiss Art Nouveau Vintage Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18ct Gold Hunter Watch " American Watch Company " Waltham Mass USA c.1880
Located in London, GB
18ct Gold Hunter Watch " American Watch Company " Waltham Mass USA c.1880 This double hunter watch was made before the name change of the company to "the American Waltham Watch Company" in 1885. It has beautiful hand engraving of flowers and leafwork with engine turning, in pristine condition and a three quarter plate movement. The outer case springs open with a touch of the top button. A double hunter pocket...
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1880s Central American Victorian Antique Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Vintage 18 Karat Blue Enamel Pendant Watch
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Tiffany & Co. Vintage 18 Karat Blue Enamel Pendant Watch, Watch does run watch and case are both signed enamel is pristine, watch is 29 mm This is ...
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1980s Vintage Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Enamel

Circa 1891 Beautiful Antique Elgin Pocket Watch 14k Solid Gold Case w/White Dial
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Circa 1891 Beautiful Antique Elgin Pocket Watch w/ Ornate Cobalt Blue Hands & Dedicated Second Dial 14k Solid Gold Case w/ Beautiful Colored...
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20th Century American Pocket Watches

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

18 Carat Gold Pair-Cased Pocket Watch with Tri-Coloured Face Chester 1822
Located in London, GB
18ct Gold Pair-cased Pocket Watch With Tri-coloured Face Chester 1822 The case is made by Thomas Helsby of Liverpool The movement is made by Thomas and John Ollivant of Manchester....
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1820s English George IV Antique Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold

1912 Patek Philippe Shreve & Co. & Antique Mens 44mm Pocket Watch - 18K Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stD...
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1910s Swiss Vintage Pocket Watches

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18k Gold

Elgin National 14K Yellow Gold Pocket Watch w Chain Elks Tooth Fob
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Capture a piece of history in time. This grand 14 karat yellow gold, circa 1891 Elgin National GM Wheeler Grade 103 Model 3 Pocket Watch is a true find. Manufactured pre-1900 by one of America's most highly respected watch makers of the period, its journey began with a personalization for M.M. Buss, 1893 . Added at a later date and complementing this fine pocket watch is an impressive high quality, heavy gauge 14 karat yellow gold rope watch...
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1890s American Antique Pocket Watches

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Large Heavy Sterling Silver Ornate Open Faced Pocket Watch
Located in Mumbai, IN
Mid Victorian Period - English Lever Large / Heavy Sterling Silver Ornate Open Faced Pocket Watch with Attached Sterling Silver Albert Watch Chain, T-Bar and Coin. Hallmark Birmingha...
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1860s British Victorian Antique Pocket Watches

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Hamilton Watch Company of Lancaster, PA, circa 1915
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a lovely antique yellow gold-filled Hamilton pocket watch made by the Hamilton Watch Company of Lancaster, PA circa 1915. Case#179832 Thi...
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Early 20th Century American Edwardian Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

UTI Paris 1930 Art-Deco Odd Shape Pocket Watch In Solid 18Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Pocket watch designed by UTI Paris. This is a very unusual pocket watch created in Paris France by the watchmakers UTI during the art-deco period, back in 1930. The case of this pen...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Longines Yellow Gold Enamel Decagon Shape Open Faced Pocket Watch
Located in Firenze, IT
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). Case number 1535971, made 1920’s 14...
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1920s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Pocket Watches

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique 18th Century George III Verge Fusee London Pocket Watch 47mm With Case
Located in Mumbai, IN
An antique 18th Century George III pocket watch featuring a Verge escapement type and a Fusee movement. The watch has a 47mm size and comes with a case. It is a unique timepiece that...
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1810s British George III Antique Pocket Watches

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Brass, Bronze

Antique American Waltham Watch Co. Circa 1901 Brass Pocket Watch W Display Back
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Enjoy viewing the beautiful acid etched 15 jewel movement through the added display skeleton backside as this classic 1901 American Waltham Pocket Watch Model...
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Early 20th Century American Pocket Watches

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Brass

Verge Crown Wheel Key Winding 18K Yellow Gold Ornate Pocket Watch
Located in Washington Depot, CT
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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Mid-19th Century English Antique Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe Yellow Gold and Enamel Pocket Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1913 Patek Philippe Pocket Watch for Retailer Spaulding and Company , 45 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 4 piece case including the Yellow Gold Cuvette (Dust Cover) Greek Key Pattern Blue...
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1910s Swiss Vintage Pocket Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Patek Philippe Ladies Multi Color Gold Pocket Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1880s Patek Philippe for M. Schooler New Orleans Pocket Watch. 38 M.M. 14K Multi Color, applied decorations Hunting case with inside Gold Dust cover Cuvette. 18 Jewel Mechanical, manual wind Nickle lever movement, matching movement and case serial numbers. Porcelain dial with Black Roman Numerals and a sub seconds hand, the dial is printed with the name of M. Scooler a fine retailer jewelry store in new Orleans that opened in the 1840s and closed around 1900 Patek Philippe...
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1880s Swiss Antique Pocket Watches

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Gold, 14k Gold

Antique Waltham 15j 6s Pocket Watch 14k Yellow Gold Diamond Crescent Moon Hunter
Located in Montclair, NJ
This antique pocket watch made in America by the American Waltham Watch Co. It features Waltham's model 1877, stem winding and lever set 15 jewel mechanical movement. The solid 14k y...
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19th Century American Antique Pocket Watches

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Yellow Gold

Hamilton Brass Pocket Watch with Display Back
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Enjoy seeing the craftsmanship in this Hamilton 917 Brass Pocket Watch, expertly restored with a unique display back allowing the intricate parts of this ...
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Mid-20th Century American Pocket Watches

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Brass

Waltham American Riverside Pocket Watch with Fob and Charms
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Own a bit of history with this exceptional ladies heirloom timepiece from Waltham American Watch Company. This exquisite pocket watch is made of fourteen karat 14K yellow gold and has been meticulously hand engraved on both the back and the front. Attached is a 14 karat yellow gold watch double fob with twin gold curb chains; one finished with a puffed heart charm...
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1880s American Antique Pocket Watches

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14k Gold

Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Vogt Pocket Watch
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Early 20th century, this Swiss made manual 51mm Vogt Pocket Watch was made as an export to Germany in fourteen karat 14K yellow gold. Assembled with an engine turned hunting case #11...
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Early 20th Century Swiss Pocket Watches

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Longines Chronograph Minute Repeater 18K Gold Pocket Watch, Extract from Archive
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This extraordinary & extremely rare antique pocket watch by Longines is a Minute Repeater Chronograph – an ultimate find for collectors! Indeed, this captivating timepiece is more...
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1920s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Hampden Watch Co. Gold Plated White Dial 1900-1909
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Item specifics Condition: Pre-owned: An item that has been used previously. The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear, but ... Department: Unisex Adult Case Material: Gold Plated Year Manufactured: 1900-1909 Model: HOLY GRAIL Dial Color: White Brand: Hampden Watch Co...
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Early 20th Century American Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold Plate

LE COULTRE 1890 Baroque Miniature Pendant Watch in 18Kt Gold & Guilloche Enamel
Located in Miami, FL
Miniature pendant watch designed by LeCoultre Et Co. This is a beautiful and very fine antique pendant watch created in Switzerland by the LeCoultre et Cie, back in the 1890. The an...
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1890s Swiss Baroque Antique Pocket Watches

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Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold

Antique Waltham Amn. Watch Co. Grade 18k Yellow Gold 16j Size 8s Pocket Watch
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have an absolutely gorgeous, antique American Waltham pocket watch featuring a solid 18k gold case. The case is magnificently h...
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19th Century Antique Pocket Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

WILIAM HUGGIN verge pocket watch, polychrome painted enamel Dial in Silver 1803
Located in Mumbai, IN
WILIAM HUGGIN verge pocket watch with polychrom painted enamel dial in silver, London Hallmark 1803, smooth sterling silver case, outer case with lateral hinge and Monogram-engraving...
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Early 1800s British Antique Pocket Watches

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Silver, Enamel

Antique 18ct Yellow Gold John Cashmore London Pocket Watch
Located in London, GB
This rare antique 18ct yellow gold pocket watch, crafted by renowned maker John Cashmore of London, embodies classic elegance and masterful craftsmanship. The solid gold case, intric...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hamilton 2 Open Face Men's Pocket Watch - White Gold 14k Grade 912 Size 12s
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Hamilton Model: 2 Number of Jewels: 17 Year: 1931 Dial Color: Silver Grade: 912 Size: 12s Metal Content: 14k White Gold Style: Open Face Features: Numbers marking the hour...
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1930s Vintage Pocket Watches

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14k Gold, White Gold

Tiffany & Co. Vintage 18 Karat Blue Enamel Pendant Watch
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Tiffany & Co. Vintage 18 Karat Blue Enamel Pendant Watch, Watch does run watch and case are both signed enamel is pristine, watch is 29 mm This is a real nice piece, watch shows sign...
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1980s Vintage Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Enamel

A Swiss Gold Pivoted Detente Full Hunter Pocket Watch C1890
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A Swiss 18ct Yellow Gold Keyless Pivoted Detente Full Hunter Pocket Watch C1890. Dial: The elegant white enamel unsigned dial with Roman Numerals , outer minute track wih Arabic nu...
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1890s Swiss Antique Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Waltham A.W.W.Co. 13j 6s Lever Set Pocket Watch in Etched 14k Gold Hunter Case
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a magnificent antique pocket watch made in America by the American Waltham Watch Co. It features Waltham's grade "A.W.W.Co.", model 1873-6, stem winding and lever set 13...
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19th Century American Antique Pocket Watches

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14k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Kalo Shop 14K Gold American Arts & Crafts Pocket Watch Chain
By Kalo
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine American Arts & Crafts watch chain. By Kalo. In 14 karat gold with a matte finish. Marked Kalo & 14K to the reverse. Simply a wonderful Arts & Crafts piece from the important Chicago Kalo Shops! Date: circa 1900 Overall Condition: It is in overall good, as-pictured, used estate condition with some fine & light surface scratches and other signs of expected light wear consistent with age. Maker: The Kalo Shops Marks: Marked to the back of the watch chain and fob...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Arts and Crafts Pocket Watches

Materials

14k Gold

1914 Vacheron & Constantin for Merimont Mens Art Deco 44mm Pocket Watch Platinum
Located in Suwanee, GA
NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stDibs, but we have sold over 10,000 fine watches and exceptionally served thousands of customers with a 5.0 star rating. 1914 VACHERON & CONSTANTIN for Merimont Mens Art Deco...
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1910s Swiss Vintage Pocket Watches

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Platinum

Patek Philippe Platinum Pendant Watch
Located in New Orleans, LA
This distinguished 1912 Patek Philippe platinum pendant or pocket watch showcases precision timekeeping at its finest. The open-face watch displays a delicate lace-like design on the...
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20th Century Swiss Belle Époque Pocket Watches

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Platinum

Antique Longines Swiss 14k Yellow Gold 44mm Detailed Open Face Pocket Watch
Located in Montclair, NJ
Watchmaker: Longines Movement: Mechanical - 17 Jewels - 3 Adjustments - Hand Wound - Swiss-Made Case Maker: Wittnauer & Co. Case Type: Open Face Case Diameter; 44mm (1.7 inches) Case...
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19th Century Swiss Antique Pocket Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian T-Bar Box Pocket Watch Tassel Chain
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An antique Victorian short T-bar box pocket watch chain set with a tassel pendant. The vest T-bar, box chain and the lovely tassel adorned with rose flowers on top are made of 14 karat gold. The box chain is also called "Venetian" chain, thanks to its origins in artisanal Venetian jewelry...
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Late 19th Century European Victorian Antique Pocket Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Kansai Yamamoto 5 ATM Automatic, Water Resistant, 22 Jewels, Skeleton-Back Watch
By Kansai Yamamoto
Located in New York, NY
Kansai Yamamoto Homme's 5 ATM automatic, water resistant, 22 jewels, steel case, features a skeleton-back. The face's circumference measures 1 6/8 inches. Original case as well as in...
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1990s Japanese Pocket Watches

Antique American Waltham Royal Grade 11j 8s Pocket Watch 14k Gold Full Hunter Ca
Located in Montclair, NJ
Watchmaker: American Waltham Watch Co. Movement: Waltham - Model 1873 - 11 Jewels - American Made Movement Size: 8s Movement Serial No.: 2464351 Grade: Royal Case Material: Solid 14k...
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19th Century American Antique Pocket Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Vintage International Watch Co. 14k Yellow Gold Large Swiss Concentric Design Hu
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a large Swiss made pocket watch by International Watch Co. cased in a solid 14k yellow gold concentric designed case and features throughout beautiful patina that's inta...
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19th Century Swiss Antique Pocket Watches

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Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Thomas Russell & Sons Pocket Watch in 18ct Yellow Gold
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 England in 1878. The watch is in perfect working order. It is a very rare collecta...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Gruen White Gold Filled Art Deco Pocket Watch circa 1920's with Original Dial
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Gruen Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: White Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm / Width 42mm MOVEMENT / CALIB...
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1920s American Art Deco Vintage Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

ART NOUVEAU 1900 Plique à Jour Enamel Watch In 18Kt Gold With Rose Cuts Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Art nouveau enamel Plique à Jour watch This is a very fine miniature brooch-pendant-watch, created in Genève Switzerland during the Art Nouveau period, between 1890-1900. The fabul...
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Enamel, 18k Gold

Courvoisier Geneve Yellow Gold Enamel Key Wound Open Face Pocket Watch
Located in Firenze, IT
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). 18Kt yellow gold case. No. 2381. C...
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1830s Swiss Neoclassical Antique Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Gold Flintlock Revolver Pocket Watch Key Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An antique 18 karat yellow gold flintlock revolver pocket watch key pendant from the past. This single-barrel gold flint pistol pocket watch key has a cur...
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Early 19th Century Victorian Antique Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Antique and Vintage Pocket Watches for Sale on 1stDibs

Can you pull off a vintage pocket watch? Of course you can. With a suit and a waistcoat, a pocket watch can be a refreshing alternative to a wristwatch.

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, and manufacturers such as Vacheron Constantin and Patek Philippe became known for theirs. (Today, they’re among the most sought after by collectors and enthusiasts.)

At the onset, pocket watches resembled small round table clocks, and pulling your small round table clock — perhaps of the silver variety — out of your breast pocket in front of someone else demonstrated unequivocally that you cared about punctuality. For collectors, pocket watches are big, and that means a larger canvas provided for functions without crowding the dial. For example, the Marius Lecoultre pocket watch — made circa 1890 — does everything but uncork your wine.

In the late 1800s, the open-face pocket watch became a staple on the American railroad. It was a requirement for railway workers to wear a pocket watch, as the timepieces were responsible for keeping conductors on schedule. This was a boon to the watchmaking industry, with companies like Hamilton, the Elgin National Watch Company and the Waltham Watch Company producing high-grade and workingman’s watches.

By the 1930s, wristwatches comprised the bulk of watch manufacturing in America, superseding the pocket watch. Suddenly, if you wanted to know the time, you merely glanced at your wrist. But given their vintage charm and our general appetite for good design, pocket watches are a piece of statement-making jewelry and today can prove complementary to your formal attire in a manner that is stylish and unconventional.

Let time take its course — browse a vast selection of antique and vintage pocket watches available on 1stDibs designed by legendary brands such as IWC, Cartier and more.

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