Coin Pocket Watch
Charles Tissot Gun Metal Silver and Gold Coin Edged Open Faced Pocket Watch
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Charles Tissot
STYLE / REFERENCE: Open Faced Pocket Watch
METAL / MATERIAL: Silver
Category
Early 20th Century Swiss Art Nouveau Pocket Watches
Rolex Cellini A Rare $20 Gold Coin Watch 1991
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A Rolex Cellini Rare Gold Twenty Dollar Coin Watch, C1991.
Dial: The original champagne dial with
Category
1990s Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
18k Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold
Jaeger Le Coultre. A Rare $20 Gold Coin Watch C1971
Located in Mayfair, London, London
watches on the market. This coin watch also has been fully serviced by Jaeger and it has the Extract of
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Movado St.Christopher Coin Watch Sterling Silver Retailed By Turler
By Movado
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
An unusual sterling silver coin watch by Movado ca' 1950's-60's. Dial double signed by Turler-the
Category
Vintage 1950s Modern Pocket Watches
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vacheron
Constantin. A Rare $20 Gold Double Eagle Coin Watch C1960s
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A Rare Vintage, Vacheron & Constantin Twenty Dollar Double Eagle Gold coin watch, C1960s.
Dial
Category
20th Century Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Rare King George VI Gold Five Pound Coin Watch C1937
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
Wednesday 12 May 1937. This is one of the earliest coin watches that Cartier produced. The watch has been
Category
20th Century French Pocket Watches
Materials
Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Collectible Meister 18k Gold Florentine Hammered Finish Desk Coin Watch
Located in Montclair, NJ
Watchmaker: Meister
Movement Type: Mechanical - Hand Wound - Swiss Made
Case Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold
Case Diameter: 40mm
Case Height: 45mm (including the bail)
Gross Weight:...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
18k Gold
$5,998
H 1.78 in Dm 1.58 in
Recent Sales
Vintage Sterling Silver Coin-Heart Pendant Watch (working)
Located in New York, NY
This vintage pendant watch has a heart shape with a 1938 US liberty dime in the center and opens to
Category
Mid-20th Century Pocket Watches
Materials
Sterling Silver
Audemars Piguet $20 Yellow Gold Coin Pocket Watch
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Dallas, TX
Audemars Piguet $20 Yellow Gold Coin Pocket Watch - Manual winding. $20 Dollar 18K Yellow gold ( 34
Category
20th Century Swiss Pocket Watches
Agassiz Yellow Gold $20 Coin Pocket Watch
By Agassiz
Located in Dallas, TX
Manual winding. 18k yellow gold case made from actual $20 gold coin dated 1899. Gold colored dial
Category
20th Century More Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Agassiz $20 Gold Coin Manual Wind Pocket Watch
By Agassiz
Located in Dallas, TX
Agassiz 18k Coin Pocket Watch Made From an Actual $20 Gold Coin - Manual winding. 18k yellow gold
Category
Early 20th Century American Pocket Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Elgin Coin Silver Pocket Watch Presented to Minister of China
By Elgin
Located in Dallas, TX
Key-wound movement. Coin silver engraved hunting case, 53mm diameter. White enamel dial with Roman
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Pocket Watches
Materials
Silver
Bucherer 1900 Liberty Double Eagle Gold Coin Quartz Pocket Watch
By Bucherer
Located in Dallas, TX
Manual winding. 18k yellow gold Liberty Double Eagle Coin from 1900 (35mm diameter). Ivory colored
Category
20th Century Pocket Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gubelin US $10 Liberty Gold Coin Manual Wind Pocket Watch Pendant
By Gubelin
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold US $10 Liberty Coin Pendant Manual Wind Pocket Watch by Gubelin.
Nickel-finished
Category
20th Century Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
18k Gold, 22k Gold
Cartier 18 Karat Yellow Gold Twenty Dollar Coin Pendant Pocket Watch
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k Yellow Gold Twenty Dollar Coin Pendant Pocket Watch, cream dial with arabic numbers and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Pocket Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Mauboussin 18k Gold Hidden Pocket Watch in Double Eagle 20 Dollar Liberty Coin
By Mauboussin
Located in Montclair, NJ
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Condition: Vintage French made pocket watch coin in excellent condition. Some minor wear to the case. The
Category
Vintage 1950s French Pocket Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
CARTIER Unusual Yellow Gold Coin Watch
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Unusual Cartier 18k yellow gold coin watch with manual-wind movement. 18k yellow gold coin case
Category
Swiss Pocket Watches
Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Coin Watch
By Cartier
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
18K Yellow Gold Coin Watch by Cartier - Similar Cartier Coin Watch as part of Sotheby's Dutchess of
Category
20th Century Pocket Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Yellow Gold Mexican Coin Watch circa 1950s
By Cartier
Located in Litchfield, CT
Cartier Yellow Gold Mexican Coin Watch, circa 1950s. Famous for fascinating timepieces, this watch
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Rolex 18K Yellow Gold Twenty Dollar Coin Watch
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex 18K Yellow Gold Twenty Dollar Coin Watch - Manual winding. 18K Yellow gold coin case ( 34mm
Category
20th Century Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Rare Rolex Cellini Twenty Dollar Gold Coin Watch C1995
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A Rare, Rolex Cellini Twenty Dollar 24ct & 18ct yellow gold coin watch, C1995.
Dial: The original
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
18k Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Cellini. A Rare Gold Twenty Dollar Coin Watch C1990
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
a unique and rare piece as there are so few of these coin watches on the market. The coin watch also
Category
20th Century Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vacheron Constantin 18K Yellow Gold 1904 Twenty Dollar Coin Watch
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Dallas, TX
Vacheron Constantin 18K Yellow Gold 1904 Twenty Dollar Coin Watch - Manual winding. 18K Yellow gold
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Pocket Watches
Movado Saint Christopher Coin Wind-Up Watch, circa 1940s
By Movado
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned: An item that has been used previously.
Runs perfectly,
Very unique timepiece.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Pocket Watches
Rare
Important Piaget Mexican Gold 50 Pesos Coin Watch, circa 1960
By Piaget
Located in Mayfair, London, London
Piaget. A Rare and Important Mexican Gold 50 Pesos Manual Wind Lever Coin Watch C1960
Dial: The
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, 24k Gold
Piaget Centenario 50 Pesos Coin Watch Gents 18 Karat Yellow Gold Rose Dial
By Piaget
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 38 mm 18k Yellow Gold Centenario 50 Pesos Vintage Coin Watch, the front of the coin is engraved
Category
20th Century Pocket Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ebel Concealed Gold $20 Liberty Head Coin Pocket Watch
By Ebel
Located in New York City, NY
Rare and unusual 18K yellow gold pocket watch by Ebel. It's cleverly concealed within a $20 Liberty
Category
Late 20th Century Pocket Watches
Materials
18k Gold
ROLEX 100 Francs Concealed Gold Coin Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York City, NY
Rare and unusual 18K yellow gold pocket watch by Rolex. It's cleverly concealed within a 100 Francs
Category
Mid-20th Century Pocket Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Movado Yellow Gold St. Christopher Coin Watch
By Movado
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
1 3/4 inch in diameter and made of 14k yellow gold, this charming St. Christopher coin opens to
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Corum Gold 1904 20 Dollar Coin Watch Pendant
By Corum
Located in New York, NY
18k yellow gold pendant with Corum watch, set with a 1904 20 Dollar US coin.Pendant is 34mm in
Category
20th Century Pocket Watches
Materials
Gold
Rolex Cellini Rare Vintage Twenty Dollar Gold Coin Watch C1991
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
Rolex Cellini A Rare Vintage Twenty Dollar Gold Coin Watch C1991.
Dial: An original condition
Category
20th Century Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold
Audemars Piguet 18 Karat Yellow Gold Coin Watch 1904 Twenty Dollars 20$
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Berlin, DE
AUDEMARS PIGUET 18K YELLOW GOLD COIN WATCH. TWENTY DOLLARS.
Good condition. Watch can be raised
Category
20th Century Pocket Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Jaeger-LeCoultre Fine
Very Rare 18K Yellow Gold US $20 Coin Watch, c1975.
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
-LeCoultre is designed as a coin watch –
concealed within a 1904 United States of America twenty-dollar
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Agassiz Yellow Gold $20 Coin Manual Pocket Watch
By Agassiz
Located in Dallas, TX
Manual winding. 18k yellow gold case made from actual $20 gold coin dated 1899. Gold colored dial
Category
20th Century More Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique sterling silver Albert chain, watch chain, Coin fob, Edwardian
Located in NEWARK, GB
silver, graduated curb links with a dog clip fastener to one end with an Edwardian coin fob and pocket
Category
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Chain Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Gold Gilt Metal Long Guard Chain Brass Sovereign Coin Holder Pendant
Located in London, GB
coin holder pendant. The dog clip would have originally been used to hold a pocket watch. The coin
Category
Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Brass, Gilt Metal
Audemars Piguet Yellow Gold $20 Liberty Coin Pocket Watch
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Miami, FL
Offered For Sale is a Audemars Piguet $20 Liberty Coin 22k Yellow Gold Pocket Watch. The Watch is
Category
1990s Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
22k Gold
Rolex Cellini Yellow Gold $20 Coin (dated 1906)- Pocket Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York City, NY
Up for sale is a Rolex Cellini $20 Coin -pocket watch - Lady Liberty 18k yellow gold coin dated
Category
Swiss Pocket Watches
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Vacheron Constantin Pocket Watch 900 Silver
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Berlin, DE
Glass and hour hand are missing.
Original case!
Age-related condition.
Including certificate of authenticity.
Category
20th Century Pocket Watches
Materials
Silver
Emilio Jewelry Grs Certified Burma No Heat Ruby
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue,
Featuring one of the rarest Natural Rubies in the world. This ruby has r...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings
Materials
Ruby, Platinum
A
S Railroad Gold Minute Repeating Pocket Watch Presented to J.H. Ramsey, 1865
Located in Stamford, CT
Emile Peret, Locle, Swiss, 1865, hunting case. Minute repeating pocket watch with porcelain dial, movement number 16666, case number 20175, size 20 L, 10 independent bridges, mustach...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Victorian Pocket Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 50th anniversary 41mm with box and papers, 2022
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Bilbao, ES
ROYAL OAK SELFWINDING
"50TH ANNIVERSARY"
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 18k Rose Gold
This 18-carat pink gold Royal Oak Selfwinding in 41 mm is endowed with the new design evolution an...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
18 Kt Gold Hunter Pocket Watch Triple Calendar Moon Phase Chrono Minute Repeater
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 Kt Pink Gold Hunter Pocket Watch Triple Calendar / Quantieme Moon Phase Chronograph Minute Repeater
Weight : 138.1 Gram
Extremely Solid & Heavy 18 Kt Pink Gold Hunter Case Pock...
Category
Antique 19th Century Swiss Artisan Pocket Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
Longines 14kt Yellow Gold Open Face Chronograph Pocket Watch from 1920
s
By Longines
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Longines Watch Co.
STYLE / REFERENCE: Chronograph / High Grade Movement
METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt Solid Yellow Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 52mm x ...
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Antique Louis Vuitton Picnic Motor Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
In Luxury We Trust is delighted to present an extraordinary opportunity to own an extremely rare trunk, the largest picnic trunk ever crafted by Louis Vuitton, designed to cater to s...
Category
1910s French Suitcases and Trunks
Cartier 18Kt. Yellow Gold Art Deco Open Faced Pocket Watch Hand Made 1920
s
By Cartier
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Cartier Jewelers
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Opened Faced
METAL / MATERIAL: 18kt Yellow Gold and Enamel
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter 50mm
MOVEME...
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Circa 1891 Beautiful Antique Elgin Pocket Watch 14k Solid Gold Case w/White Dial
By Elgin
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 Engraving on Both Sides
Black Arabic Nume...
Category
20th Century American Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
$3,500 Sale Price
30% Off
Christian Dior by John Galliano Embroidered Silk Coat with Fur Trim, FW 2002
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
This Christian Dior by John Galliano coat from the Fall-Winter 2002 collection is crafted from cream silk jacquard featuring an elaborate woven pattern of floral and ornamental motif...
Category
Early 2000s French Coats and Outerwear
$16,350
Size: FR42 - UK14 - US10
Rare Cartier Art Deco 14K Yellow Gold Retractable Pencil Watch, 1920
s
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier rare and unusual Art Deco period 14K yellow gold retractable pencil watch
1920's
Sleek and elegant, rectangular ribbed gold case, watch set in the upper part, tapered arrow s...
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Desk Accessories
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Van Cleef
Arpels Sapphire Mystery-Set Men
s Cufflink and Dress Set
By Van Cleef
Arpels
Located in New York, NY
An exceptional and extremely rare set of vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Mystery-Set cufflinks and dress-set, made in platinum and gold. The buttons and cufflinks are articulately set wit...
Category
Late 20th Century French Cufflinks
Materials
Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Glashütte Uhrenfabrik Union Silver Pocket Watch, Case by Dürrstein
Co.
Located in Berlin, DE
Case by Dürrstein & Co.
Case number and movement number are not identical.
Glass damaged.
Watch can be wound and works.
Accuracy not tested.
Category
20th Century Pocket Watches
Materials
Silver
$1,814 Sale Price
20% Off
Dm 2.05 in
GIA Certified 56 Carat Tennis Diamond Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
This exceptional necklace showcases a breathtaking arrangement of round brilliant-cut diamonds totaling approximately 56 carats. At its heart lies a dazzling 3-carat centerpiece, sea...
Category
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Longines Silver
Niello Watch from 1915 Dial by Stern Freres Matching Chain
By Longines
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Longines Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Open Faced Art Deco Pocket Watch
METAL / MATERIAL: Silver and Niello
CIRCA / YEAR: 1915
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter 45mm
M...
Category
Vintage 1910s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches
Emilio Jewelry GIA Certified 1.00 Carat Vivid Pure Green Diamond
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located in the Iconic Gem Tower/Gia Building in New York's Diamond District.
We are pleased to present the only Gia ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings
Materials
Diamond
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Coin Pocket Watch For Sale on 1stDibs
You are likely to find exactly the coin pocket watch you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, silver and 18k gold. You’re likely to find the perfect coin pocket watch among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 20th Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic coin pocket watch over the years, but those made by Cartier, Elgin and Piaget are often thought to be among the most beautiful. If you’re browsing our inventory for a coin pocket watch, you’ll find that many are available today for men, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and women.
How Much is a Coin Pocket Watch?
Prices for a coin pocket watch can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $423 and can go as high as $95,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $1,571.
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 Coin Pocket Watch
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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, 2022The 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.
- What is a hunter pocket watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A 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, 2024The 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.
- What is a Fusee pocket watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A 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.
- What is the best pocket watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021The 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.
- What is a pocket watch fob?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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.
- How do I store pocket watches?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022How 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, 2022Yes, 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, 2021Yes, 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, 2022Yes, 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, 2022The 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, 2022To 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, 2022To 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, 2024To 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, 2021A 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.
- Who makes Elgin pocket watches?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024The 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, 2024Rockford 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, 2021Full 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, 2022A 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.
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