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Antique Stem-Wind Pin Set Mechanical Pocket Watch
Located in Carlisle, GB
Antique Hand-wind Pocket Watch. This beautiful 52mm diameter hand winding(keyless) watch is in
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Antique Early 1900s Swiss Pocket Watches

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Silver Plate

Antique Silver Half Hunter Keyless Mechanical Pocket Watch
Located in Carlisle, GB
This beautiful 54mm diameter half hunter silver keyless pocket watch is in good working condition
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Antique Early 1900s British Pocket Watches

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Silver, Enamel

Antique Gold Plate Hand Winding Lever Pocket Watch
Located in Carlisle, GB
Gold plated lever pocket watch, unsigned gilt frosted movement with compensated balance and
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Antique Early 1900s British Pocket Watches

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Gold Plate

Small 14 Karat Gold Antique Ladies Pocket Watch
Located in Carlisle, GB
This 14K Gold & engine turned case small pocket watch is in good working condition and it is
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Antique Early 1900s Pocket Watches

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14k Gold, Enamel, Gold

Antique Silver Plated Hand Winding Doxa Goliath Pocket Watch
Located in Carlisle, GB
This beautiful antique bigger size 70mm diameter hand winding silver plated pocket watch is in good
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Antique Early 1900s Swiss Pocket Watches

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Silver Plate

Antique Silver K. E. A. Geneve Dress Pocket Watch
Located in Carlisle, GB
This beautiful 51mm stem-winding(keyless) dress watch is in good working condition and it is
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Antique Early 1900s Swiss Pocket Watches

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Silver

Silver Cased Swiss Lever Chronograph Centre Seconds Pocket Watch
Located in Carlisle, GB
A good quality chronograph timer pocket watch in a silver case. An enamel dial with black Roman
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Antique Early 1900s Swiss Pocket Watches

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Silver, Enamel

Tempora 18 Karat Yellow Gold Hunting Case Pocket Watch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Collectors dream! 18K yellow gold Tempora hunting case engraved pocket watch. The repeater
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Antique Early 1900s Swiss Pocket Watches

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18k Gold

Antique J.W. Benson London Keyless Silver Pocket Watch
Located in Carlisle, GB
This beautiful 50mm diameter mechanical keyless silver pocket watch is in good working condition
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Antique Early 1900s British Pocket Watches

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Silver, Enamel

Antique Gold-Plated Dennison Cased Pocket Watch Signed "State"
Located in Carlisle, GB
This lovely Dennison cased watch is working and ticking well. Please study the photos carefully as
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Antique Early 1900s Pocket Watches

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Gold Plate, Enamel

Antique 14 Karat Gold Key-less winding Pocket Watch
Located in Carlisle, GB
This watch is in good working condition and it is ticking well. Visible dents on the side and back
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Antique Early 1900s Pocket Watches

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14k Gold, Enamel, Gold

Antique Beautifully Engraved Hand Winding Pocket Watch with Roskopf Escapement
Located in Carlisle, GB
This beautiful 56mm diameter hand winding pin set pocket watch is working and it is ticking well
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Antique Early 1900s Swiss Pocket Watches

Military Minute Repeater Perpetual Moon Phase Calendar Chronograph Pocket Watch
Located in Carlisle, GB
A stunning and very rare military, chronograph minute repeater moon phase calendar pocket watch
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Antique Early 1900s Swiss Pocket Watches

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Other

Heavy and Big Antique Silver Plated “Goliath” 8Day Pocket Watch
Located in Carlisle, GB
This amazingly big and heavy 8Day Movement Pocket Watch is working and it is ticking well. Visible
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Antique Early 1900s British Pocket Watches

1905 Elgin Antique Nickel Open Face Pocket Watch, Size 12
By Elgin
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Beautiful antique Elgin pocket watch with off-white dial. Black hands and a dedicated seconds dial
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Antique Early 1900s American Art Deco Pocket Watches

Antique Screw Back Gold-Plated Pocket Watch Signed Elgin Nat’l Watch Co. USA
By Elgin
Located in Carlisle, GB
Antique ScrewbackGold Plated Pocket Watch Signed Elgin Nat’l Watch Co. U. S. A. This beautiful
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Antique Early 1900s American Pocket Watches

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Gold Plate, Enamel

Antique 18 Karat Gold Quarter Repeater Hand Winding Pocket Watch
Located in Carlisle, GB
This beautiful antique 52mm diameter hand winding ( keyless) quarter repeater gold pocket watch is
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Antique Early 1900s Swiss Pocket Watches

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18k Gold

Antique 18 Karat Gold Quarter Repeater Full Hunter Pocket Watch
Located in Carlisle, GB
Antique 18K Gold Quarter Repeater Full Hunter Pocket Watch. This beautiful 51mm diameter full
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Antique Early 1900s Swiss Pocket Watches

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18k Gold, Gold

Antique Silver Engine Turned Case Mappin Webb, London Pocket Watch
By Mappin Webb
Located in Carlisle, GB
This exceptional quality silver hand winding( keyless ) mechanical pocket watch is in good working
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Antique Early 1900s British Pocket Watches

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Silver, Enamel

Antique Gold-Plated Dennison Case Swiss Hand Winding Pocket Watch
Located in Carlisle, GB
Swiss gold plated lever pocket watch, the movement branded Northern Goldsmiths Co. Newcastle with
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Antique Early 1900s British Pocket Watches

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Gold Plate

1908 Illinois Gold-Filled Full Hunter Pocket Watch, Size 0S
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Beautiful antique Illinois pocket watch with white dial including black hands and a dedicated
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Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Pocket Watches

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Gold-filled

Antique 18 Karat Gold Full Hunter Quarter Repeating Pocket Watch
Located in Carlisle, GB
This beautiful pre-owned gold quarter repeating pocket watch is in full working order and it is
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Antique Early 1900s Swiss Pocket Watches

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18k Gold, Enamel

Antique 14K Gold Penlington Batty Liverpool Manchester Small Pocket Watch
Located in Carlisle, GB
This beautiful 35mm diameter antique hand-winding gold pocket watch is in good working condition
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Antique Early 1900s British Pocket Watches

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14k Gold, Enamel

Small 18 Karat Gold Antique Hand Winding Keyless Pocket Watch
Located in Carlisle, GB
This beautiful small approximately 33mm diameter antique gold hand winding pocket watch is in good
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Antique Early 1900s British Pocket Watches

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18k Gold, Gold

Antique Silver Key-Less Pocket Watch with Hand Painted Enamel Dial
Located in Carlisle, GB
This beautiful antique silver pocket watch is in good working condition and it is ticking well
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Antique Early 1900s Pocket Watches

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Silver, Enamel

Elgin B.W. Raymond Gold Fill Pocket Watch 2.21.28 E092682 Case
By Elgin
Located in Surfside, FL
Elgin National Watch Company B.W. Raymond in gold fill. Manual. 16 size/50 mm case size. 21 Jewels
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Antique Early 1900s Pocket Watches

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Gold-filled

Elgin Double Roller Gold Fill Father Time Pocket Watch 4396587 Case
By Elgin
Located in Surfside, FL
" Fine Pre-owned Elgin Watch. Certified preowned Classic Elgin Double Roller Father Time watch. This
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Antique Early 1900s Pocket Watches

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Gold-filled

JW Benson London Antique Gunmetal Quarter Repeater Pocket Watch Signed Invicta
By Invicta
Located in Carlisle, GB
JW Benson London Antique Gunmetal Quarter Repeater Pocket Watch Signed Invicta. This beautiful
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Antique Early 1900s Swiss Pocket Watches

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Enamel, Gilt Metal

Antique Gold-Plated Dennison Cased Swiss Made Half Hunter Pocket Watch
Located in Carlisle, GB
This half hunter pocket watch is working and ticking well . the glass and Bessel are missing
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Antique Early 1900s Pocket Watches

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Gold Plate, Enamel

Antique Silver Plated F.Bachschmid Open Face Pocket Watch Swiss, 1900s
Located in Carlisle, GB
This Charming Key-less 54mm FERDINAND BACHSCHMID Antique watch is in good working condition and it
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Antique Early 1900s Pocket Watches

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Silver Plate, Enamel

Antique 9 Karat Gold Keyless Half Hunter Dennison Case Pocket Watch
Located in Carlisle, GB
This beautiful 50mm case diameter keyless watch is in good working condition and it is ticking well
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Antique Early 1900s Swiss Pocket Watches

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9k Gold, Gold

Antique Elgin 18k Yellow Gold Mini Hunter Pocket Watch, Size 0S
By Elgin
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Beautiful Antique Elgin Pocket Watch w/ White Dial Including Gold Color Hands & Dedicated Second
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Antique Early 1900s American Modern Pocket Watches

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Gold Patek, Philippe Co. Geneve Half Hunter Keyless Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Carlisle, GB
18K Gold Patek, Philippe & Co. Geneve Half Hunter Keyless Pocket Watch. This 45mm diameter
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Antique Early 1900s Swiss Pocket Watches

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18k Gold, Enamel, Gold

Fine Antique 18K Gold Engine turned Full Hunter Quarter Repeater Pocket Watch
Located in Carlisle, GB
A clean white enamel face with Roman numerals, a seconds subdial and blue steeled hands. The watch
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Antique Early 1900s British Pocket Watches

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18k Gold, Enamel

Waltham Pocket Watch 14k Yellow, Rose and Green Gold White Dial Case Manual
By Waltham
Located in Surfside, FL
Waltham hunter case pocket watch in 14k yellow, rose and green gold. Decorative high relief pink
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Antique Early 1900s Pocket Watches

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Yellow Gold, Gold

Small 14 Karat Gold Key-Less Pendant Fob / Pocket Watch, circa 1900
Located in Carlisle, GB
This beautiful 28mm diameter antique gold pendant watch is working and it is ticking well. Visible
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Antique Early 1900s Swiss Pocket Watches

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14k Gold, Enamel, Gold

Fine Antique small 14k Gold Half Hunter Full Engraved Case Fob/ Pocket Watch
Located in Carlisle, GB
This beautiful and small 33mm diameter antique small gold half hunter Pocket Watch is in good
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Antique Early 1900s Swiss Pocket Watches

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14k Gold, Enamel

1906 Tiffany Co. Diamond, Natural Ruby and Enamel 18 Carat Gold Pocket Watch
By Tiffany Co.
Located in London, GB
A beautiful 1906 Tiffany signed pocket watch in working order with marks. Measures W: 2.7cm H
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Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Pocket Watches

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Enamel

Antique Base Metal Silver Plated Goliath 8-Days Stem Winding Pocket
Located in Carlisle, GB
This beautiful heavy 59mm case diameter antique hand winding 8 day pocket watch is in good working
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Antique Early 1900s British Pocket Watches

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Silver Plate, Base Metal

Antique Niello Silver Mechanical Pendant Watch
Located in Carlisle, GB
This beautiful 23mm case diameter antique hand winding silver pendant watch is in good working
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Antique Early 1900s Swiss Pocket Watches

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Silver, Enamel, Niello

Antique Gunmetal Gold Fob / Brooch Watch
Located in Carlisle, GB
This beautiful antique fob / brooch watch is working and it is ticking well. The case is a bit
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Antique Early 1900s Swiss Pocket Watches

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Gold, Gilt Metal

Antique Gilt Metal and Gold Brooch Fob Watch
Located in Carlisle, GB
This beautiful watch is working and ticking well. Please study the images carefully as form part of
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Antique Early 1900s Pocket Watches

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Enamel, Gilt Metal

14 Karat Gold 33mm Vacheron Antique Pendant or Fob Watch
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Carlisle, GB
This beautiful 32mm diameter gold pendant watch is in good working condition and it is running well
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Antique Early 1900s Swiss Pocket Watches

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14k Gold, Gold

Antique Art Nouveau Ladies Girard- Perragux 18K Gold Pendant Watch
By Girard Perragaux
Located in Woodland Hills, CA
This is a beautiful antique art nouveau ladies hunter case pendant watch c.1900. The watch is in
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Pocket Watches

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique 14 Karat Gold, Diamond and Saphire Fob Watch
Located in Carlisle, GB
This lovely watch is in good working condition. Visible signs of ageing and wear with a bit of
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Antique Early 1900s Swiss Pocket Watches

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Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Enamel, Gold

Paillet Hand Painted Lady s 3.76 Carat Diamond Pearl Platinum Pendant Watch
By PAILLET
Located in Calabasas, CA
Exquisite platinum, diamond and pearl Paillet pendant watch. The dial is composed of painted blue
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Antique Early 1900s Swiss Edwardian Pocket Watches

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Pearl, Diamond, Platinum

Verger Edwardian Gold Platinum Hand-Painted Enamel Pearl Diamond Pendant Watch
By Verger Frères
Located in Calabasas, CA
Verger pendant watch and chain. The front of the platinum pendant watch centers an oval painting
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Antique Early 1900s French Edwardian Pocket Watches

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Gold and Diamonds Red Enamel Mechanical Ladies Fob or Brooch Watch
Located in Carlisle, GB
This beautiful antique 28mm diameter hand winding gold and diamond ladies brooch watch is in good
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Antique Early 1900s French Pocket Watches

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Enamel, Gold

Charles Humbert Fils 18 Karat Pocketwatch
Located in Frederick, MD
condition Keyless lever entry pocket watch
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Antique Early 1900s French Pocket Watches

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18k Gold

New Era New York Mechanical Pocket Watch
Located in Luton, GB
New era New York mechanical pocket watch A superb mechanical wind aeroplane cased pocket watch
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Antique Early 1900s Central American Aviation Objects

English Sterling Silver Capstan Inkwell With Pocket Watch - Edwardian
Located in London, GB
Very highly sought-after, this is a lovely example of an inkwell with the pocket watch lid. Made
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Waltham circa 1905 American Riverside Maximus Gold Pocket Watch
By Waltham
Located in Dallas, TX
Waltham Circa 1905 American Riverside Maximus Gold-Filled Pocket Watch Size 16 Model 1899. Manual
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Antique Early 1900s American Contemporary Wrist Watches

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Yellow Gold

Waltham Pocket Watch Gold Plated Year 1908 Working Jewel 16804744
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Waltham pocket watch gold plated, the year 1908. The case is in very good condition with minor wear
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Antique Early 1900s American Edwardian Pocket Watches

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Gold Plate

Waltham Yellow Gold Antique Americano Pocket Watch
By Waltham
Located in New York, NY
This beautifully hand engraved pocket watch features a shield design with stylized foliage
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Antique Early 1900s American Edwardian Pocket Watches

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14k Gold

International Watch Co. Schaffhausen Yellow Gold Pocket Watch Box and Papers
By IWC
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1900 I.W.C. International Watch Company, Schaffhausen Hunting Case Pocket Watch, 14k Yellow
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Antique Early 1900s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Hamilton Watch Co. 940 Railroad Pocket Watch Manual 21 Jewel Size 18
By Hamilton
Located in Dearborn, MI
Hamilton Watch Co. 940 Railroad Pocket Watch Manual 21 Jewel Size 18 Lever Set Working Dial Has
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Antique Early 1900s Victorian Pocket Watches

Yellow Gold White Enamel Roman Dial Pocket Watch
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A Gold Vintage Full Hunter Pocket Watch, white enamel dial with roman numerals, small seconds at 6
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Antique Early 1900s English Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold

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1909 Pocket Watch For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate 1909 pocket watch for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of gold, enamel and 18k gold, this item was constructed with great care. Our collection of these items for sale includes 573 vintage editions and 1 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a 1909 pocket watch from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic 1909 pocket watch over the years, but those made by Elgin, American Waltham Watch Co. and Patek Philippe are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A 1909 pocket watch of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring diamond, from our inventory of 26, is particularly popular. See these pages for a rose cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also old european cut cut and round cut cut versions available here, too. When shopping for a 1909 pocket watch, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a 1909 Pocket Watch?

Prices for a 1909 pocket watch can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $198 and can go as high as $36,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $1,411.

Finding the Right Pocket-watches for You

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.

Questions About 1909 Pocket Watch
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A pocket watch pocket is called by a number of names. You will sometimes see people refer to it simply as a watch pocket. Other names include a coin pocket or a fob pocket. Find a variety of antique pocket watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    The way to speed up your pocket watch depends on the specific model of timepiece that you have. To avoid damage, take it to a watch repair shop with experience repairing pocket watches to make adjustments. You'll find a selection of pocket watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    A hunter pocket watch is a pocket watch with a metal case that has a spring hinged lid to cover the watch face and protect it from damage.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024
    The most highly sought-after pocket watch will vary over time as trends in collecting do come and go. However, some pocket watches remain consistently popular among collectors. These timepieces include dress watches, such as those crafted by Elgin, Audemars Piguet and Patek Phillippe; railroad pocket watches produced by makers like Illinois and Hamilton; and military timepieces manufactured by Rolex and Omega. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of pocket watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A fusee pocket watch — named for the French word fusée — is an antique type of watch with a crescent pulley and a curved groove around it that is wound with a cord or chain. The chain is attached to the mainspring barrel. Find a range of vintage fusee pocket watches on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    The best pocket watch is a matter of preference. The earliest pocket watches were luxury items, and, owing to cost, they weren’t commonplace until the 19th century. Artfully crafted pocket watches were a symbol of wealth. Brands like Patek Philippe, Vacheron Constantin, and Audemars Piguet are internationally renowned makers of pocket watches. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage pocket watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A pocket watch fob refers to the chain or ribbon to which a pocket watch is attached. Its purpose was to make the watch more readily accessible to the wearer. You’ll find a variety of pocket watch fobs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    How you store pocket watches is largely a matter of personal preference. Generally, you should keep them in a storage container designed specifically for stowing delicate items, such as a velvet-lined jewelry box, a watch box or on a watch stand. Shop a variety of antique and vintage pocket watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, pocket watches can be a good investment. However, many factors can influence the value of a pocket watch, including the brand, the style and the mechanism that powers it. Also, how well you maintain and care for the watch impacts what it is worth. You'll find a collection of antique and vintage pocket watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Yes, pocket watches can be worth something. A pocket watch's value depends on its age, rarity, and brand. The watch's brand name is the main factor in determining price.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, pocket watches peaked in popularity in the 1800s. The first pocket watch was created in Germany in 1510, but was originally too large for a pocket. In the 1600s, the design began to get more compact, but for a long time pocket watches were a rarity and a symbol of wealth. Shop an array of antique pocket watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    The easiest way to identify your Elgin pocket watch is to enter the serial number into an authoritative online database. To find the serial number, open the timepiece and look at the inner movement. On 1stDibs, find a selection of expertly vetted Elgin pocket watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To open an Illinois pocket watch, take it to a watch repair shop or a jeweler. Experts advise against attempting to open pocket watches on your own because doing so without the proper tools can damage the timepieces. On 1stDibs, find a range of Illinois pocket watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To use a pocket watch chain, first attach one end to the fob of your watch. Then, tuck the watch into the watch pocket of your jacket. Thread the free end of the chain through your jacket buttonhole. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of pocket watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    To identify a railroad pocket watch, first determine how you set and wind it. Most pocket watches have winding knobs, but railroad-grade timepieces were all made to be lever-set. To wind and set them, it's necessary to remove the bezel, so if your pocket watch has a winding knob, it's unlikely to be railroad-grade. There were also regulations concerning the numbers. All railroad-grade watches will have large black hour markers in Arabic, not Roman, numerals. Maker's markings may also provide a clue. Some well-known makers of railroad-grade pocket watches include Elgin, Hamilton, Waltham and E. Howard. For an expert opinion on your timepiece, have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer evaluate it. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of railroad pocket watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A watch fob is the name for a pocket watch chain. It's utilized to make the pocket watch more accessible by providing a handle for the user to hold while taking it out of a vest or pant pocket. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of pocket watch chains.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024
    The answer to who makes Elgin pocket watches is a little complicated. In 1968, the Elgin National Watch Company closed and stopped producing its watches. However, the owners opted to license the Elgin name to other companies, allowing them to make their own watches that bear the brand’s name. The license changed hands a few times and, as of 2024, was the property of MZ Berger Inc. This company manufactures and sells Elgin pocket watches and wristwatches in China. These timepieces feature Japanese-made movements and bear little resemblance to the original pocket watches produced by Elgin. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Elgin watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024
    Rockford pocket watches were made in Rockford, Illinois. The company opened in 1874 and produced pocket watches that quickly became known for their elaborate dials. In 1915, the Rockford Watch Company ceased operations due to financial problems. Shop an assortment of Rockford Watch Company pocket watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Full hunter pocket watches are a popular choice for those nostalgic for timepieces of years past. The solid outer case of this type of watch, which often features intricate designs, needs to be opened in order to reveal the watch’s face. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A pocket watch chain is called a fob, or watch fob. They can be made in a variety of materials, but most often appear in a metal that matches the case of the watch itself. Shop a collection of antique watch fobs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.