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Antoine Lepine Rose Gold Ruby Cylinder French Pocket Watch, circa 1800s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Lepine STYLE / REFERENCE: Oversized Open Faced Pocket Watch METAL / MATERIAL
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Antique Early 1800s French Art Deco Pocket Watches

Jean-Antoine Lepine Rose Gold Ruby Cylinder French Pocket Watch, circa 1780
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Lepine STYLE / REFERENCE: Oversized Open Faced Pocket Watch METAL / MATERIAL
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Antique Late 18th Century French Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

French 20th Century 18 Karat Yellow Gold Enamelled Pocket Watch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Watch in 18 karat yellow gold, horse head hallmark. Pocket watch, the case is round and engraved
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian French 2 Carat Rose Cut Diamond Star Pocket Watch
Located in Narberth, PA
An absolutely exquisite diamond pocket watch from the Victorian (1880s) era! French in origin, this
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Antique 1880s French Victorian Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Breguet Paris Closed Face Pocket Watch
By Breguet
Located in Manhasset, NY
Breguet Paris Closed Face Pocket Watch. Case in fair condition. Watch not working.
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Antique 1890s French Pocket Watches

French 1960s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Flamor Ladies Pocket Watch Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
Pendant watch in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. Vintage pocket watch, the case is round
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Vintage 1960s French Retro Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French 20th Century 18 Karat Yellow Gold Initials Pocket Watch Pendant
By Longines
Located in Poitiers, FR
early 20th century. Our opinion : This Longines pocket watch is in mint condition. It has never been
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French 19th Century 18 Karat Rose Gold Engraved Pocket Watch Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
missing. Authentic antique watch - French work from the 19th century. One of the watch hands is missing
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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

French 20th Century 18 Karat Rose Gold Satin Pocket Watch Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
winding. Authentic antique watch - French work from the early 20th century. Our opinion : This antique
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

French Verge Fusee Day Date Centre Seconds, Intricate Enamel 58mm Pocket Watch
Located in Mumbai, IN
The French Verge Fusee Calendar Centre Seconds Pocket Watch is a luxurious timepiece with a
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Antique 1820s French Pocket Watches

Materials

Enamel

French 20th Century 18 Karat Rose Gold Flower Pattern Pocket Watch Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
antique watch - French work from the early 20th century. Our opinion : This feminine pocket watch for
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

French 20th Century 18 Karat Rose Gold Badge Pattern Pocket Watch Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
Pendant- watch in 18 karat rose gold, horse head hallmark. Antique pocket watch, the case is round
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique French 18 Karat Gold Semi Hunter Pocket Watch Agate Fob
Located in New York, NY
. 11513, chain with French assay mark, 2 rubies missing,. Case is 34mm in diameter, fob - 26mm x 18mm in
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Antique 19th Century French Pocket Watches

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Agate, 18k Gold

French 20th Century 18 Karat Yellow Gold Blue Enamel Pocket Watch Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
Pendant Watch in 18 karat yellow gold. Antique pocket watch, round case. The back is white enamel
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

French 20th Century 18 Karat Rose Gold Floral Pattern Pocket Watch Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
- French work from the early 20th century. Our opinion : This charming antique watch features delicate
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

French 20th Century 18 K Rose Gold Initial Floral Pattern Pocket Watch Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
antique watch - French work from the early 20th century. A few minor signs of wear, barely visible. Our
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

French 20th Century Diamonds 18 Karat Rose Gold M Letter Pocket Watch Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
Pendant- watch in 18 karat rose gold. Women's pocket watch with a round, domed case. The back is
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Paris Antique Gold Pearl Enamel Diamond Pocket Watch
Located in New York, NY
Antique Paris 18k gold pocket watch, featuring blue enamel decorated case, set with pearls and rose
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Antique 19th Century French Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Enamel

Cartier EWC Gold and Enamel 1920s Pocket Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920s Cartier pocket Watch, 46 MM Diameter and 4.5 MM thick 18K Yellow Gold 2 piece case
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Verge Fusee Enamel Dial Keywind Porcelain Painted Back Pocket Watch
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: French Made STYLE / REFERENCE: Pendant / Open Faced METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt
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Antique Early 19th Century French Pocket Watches

Vintage Tiffany Co. Pocket Watch Pendant Platinum Diamond Estate Jewelry
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
pocket watch pendant is stamped with French Domestic and Import hallmark for platinum. About Tiffany
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Vintage 1950s French Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Gorini Cie. 18 Karat Yellow Gold Keywind Pocket Watch, circa 1840s
Located in Long Beach, CA
watch is all original and remarkably, it has a flawless enamel dial. Seldom do we get pocket watches
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Antique 1850s French Baroque Pocket Watches

Le Roy Fils. A Rose Gold Keywind Quarter Repeater Pocket Watch. C1820
Located in Mayfair, London, London
Le Roy et Fils. A Rare 18ct Rose Gold Quarter Repeater Keywind Cylinder Openface Pocket Watch
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Antique 1820s French Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Breguet Paris Pocket Watch with Porcelain Dial
Located in Manhasset, NY
18 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Breguet Paris Pocket Watch with Porcelain Dial. Second hand missing
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Vintage 1910s French Belle Époque Pocket Watches

20th Century Diamonds 18 Karat Rose Gold Black Enamel Star Pocket Watch Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
Pendant- watch in 18 karat rose gold. Antique women's collar watch with a round case. The back is
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel

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
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Pocket Watches

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Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

French Blue Enamel Diamond Pendant Watch
Located in New York, NY
French blue enamel and diamond pendant watch, circa 1880s Open face watch with one pearl and old
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Antique Late 19th Century Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold

French 1940s Rubies Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch Watch
Located in Poitiers, FR
approximately. Mechanical watch with manual winding. Authentic antique watch - French work of the 1940s. Our
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Vintage 1940s French Retro Pocket Watches

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Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Secret 18k Gold Georges Lenfant Walnut Watch
By Georges L Enfant
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18kt gold textured and chiselet walnut revealing a secret pocket watch. The watch has a hinge
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Vintage 1960s French Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage Hermes Travel Watch C.1960s
By Hermès
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A rare time piece by Hermes, a vintage travel watch. The watch set ina red leather case equipped
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Vintage 1960s French Pocket Watches

Cartier Art Deco Diamond Pendant Watch
By Cartier
Located in New Orleans, LA
A study in bold design, this elegant pendant watch by Cartier is in a class of its own. Crafted of
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20th Century French Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Charles Oudin Silver Chatelain Cartouche Bezel Pendant Watch
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Charles Oudin / France STYLE / REFERENCE: Chatelain Hanging Pendant Watch METAL
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Antique 1820s French Pocket Watches

Vauchez A Paris. A Rare Gold Enamel Verge Watch C1770
Located in Mayfair, London, London
Vauchez A Paris. A Rare Three Colour Gold Rose Cut Diamond Enamel Verge Keywind Pocket Watch
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Antique 1770s French Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, Enamel

Enamel and Serpentine Montre à Volets Lapel Watch
By Verger Frères
Located in New York, NY
white gold; length: 2 1/8 in.; with hook for suspension, possibly later added; numbered, with French
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

Enamel

20th Century Antique Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Collar Watch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Collar watch in 18 karat yellow gold, horse head hallmark. Lady's watch with manual winding. Dark
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Antique Early 1900s French Belle Époque Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k 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
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20th Century French Pocket Watches

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Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Mauboussin Paris 1950 Mido Skeleton Round Watch pendant Stainless 18kt And Onyx
By Mauboussin
Located in Miami, FL
A round skeleton watch pendant designed by Mauboussin. Very nice retro piece, made in Paris France
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Vintage 1950s French Retro Pocket Watches

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Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel

ART NOUVEAU 1900 Plique à Jour Enamel Watch In 18Kt Gold With Rose Cuts Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
the little pocket watch and at the reverse with a hinged bar to wear the suite as a brooch. Plique à
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Pocket Watches

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

Lancet Made in France for Famous Accessories House 1920 s Art Deco
Located in Long Beach, CA
LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This is a truly unique watch by the prestigious French House of Lancet. We
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Pocket Watches

Dumas. A Rare French 2 Day Marine Pivoted Detente Chronometer C1850
Located in Mayfair, London, London
Onésime Dumas. A Rare French 2 Day Marine Pivoted Detente Chronometer C1850 Dial: The silvered
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Antique 19th Century French Pocket Watches

Materials

Brass

Tiffany Co. Art Deco French Made Hammered Brass and Gilt Desk Clock, 1930s
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This unique art deco desk clock was made in France by the Charles Hour Company
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

Brass, Gilt Metal

Le Roy Fils. A Yellow Gold Keyless Lever Quarter Repeater C1880
Located in Mayfair, London, London
Le Roy & Fils. An 18ct Yellow Gold Open Face Keyless Lever Quarter Repeater Pocket Watch C1880
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Antique 1880s French Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Janesich Art Deco Era Travel Clock
By Janesich
Located in New York, NY
Majestic Watch Cie and numbered 28869. The back plate is engraved 28869, patented dial. Made in France
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Auguste Berthoud. A Rare Antique Experimental Marine Chronometer C1840
Located in Mayfair, London, London
Auguste Berthoud. A Unique and Rare French Experimental Marine Chronometer C1840 Dial: The
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Antique 19th Century French Pocket Watches

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Gold Mother-of-Pearl Agate Clock Engraved for Maurice Chevalier
Located in Greenwich, CT
If you are a fan of the famous French singer, actor, and entertainer Maurice Chevalier, who died in
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Pocket Watches

Antique Silver Cased French Verge Quarter Repeater Pocket Watch 54mm Repousse
Located in Mumbai, IN
This Antique Silver Cased French Verge Quarter Repeater Pocket Watch from the late 19th century is
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Antique Early 1900s French Wrist Watches

Materials

Silver

Van Cleef Arpels 18Kt. Art Deco Ultra Thin Pocket Watch, circa 1930 s
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Van Cleef & Arpels STYLE / REFERENCE: 1/2 Hunter Pocket Watch / Ultra Thin METAL
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Wrist Watches

French Ceramic Longwy Pocket Watch Stand
By Faïenceries et Emaux de Longwy
Located in Winter Park, FL
A French gilt metal pocket watch stand with Longwy faience dish to hold rings and jewelry
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20th Century French Art Deco Delft and Faience

Materials

Metal

French 19th Century Pocket Watch Keys Fob Pendant
Located in Sofia, BG
Here we present three different pocket watch keys that could become a delicate jewellery. All are
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Antique Late 19th Century French Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Metal

Pocket Watch, 19th century
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Magnificent 19th century pocket watch. The glass is detached and bumps at the sides. On the back
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Antique 1890s French Napoleon III Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Gold

19th Century Enameled Pocket Watch Stand, France, Circa 1880
Located in Greven, DE
Beautiful pocket watch stand, or jewelry stand. Brass with enameled ornaments.
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Antique Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Desk Sets

Materials

Brass

Bronze Jewelry or Pocket Watch Holder Display Stand, France
Located in Barntrup, DE
Adorable bronze jewelry stand or ring tree, ornate with summer meadow details. France, mid-20th
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Mid-20th Century French Folk Art Hat Racks and Stands

Materials

Bronze

Antique French Bronze Polished Marble Egyptian Revival Pocket Watch Stand
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique pocket watch stand is unsigned, but presumed to have originated from France and date
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Early 20th Century French Egyptian Revival Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Large brass mirror showing a pocket watch. French work. Circa 1970
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This large mirror showing a pocket watch is made of brass with a round mirror on its center. This
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Vintage 1970s French Neoclassical Wall Mirrors

Materials

Brass

19th Century Enameled Pocket Watch Stand, Jewelry Stand, France, Circa 1880
Located in Greven, DE
Beautiful pocket watch stand, or jewelry stand, France, circa 1880. Brass with enameled ornaments.
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Antique Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Desk Sets

Materials

Brass

19th Century French Neoclassical Bronze "Porte Montre" or Pocket Watch Holder
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A fine quality neoclassical watch holder "porte montre" (in french) in patinated bronze featuring a
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Antique Mid-18th Century French Neoclassical Revival Table Clocks and De...

Materials

Bronze

Late 17th Century French Fine Carved Wood and Polychromed Pocket Watch Holder
Located in North Miami, FL
Late 17th century French extremely fine carved wood polychromed and gold gilded pocket watch holder
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Antique 17th Century French Baroque Animal Sculptures

Materials

Lucite, Wood

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French Pocket Watch For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the french pocket watch you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Enamel — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 199 vintage editions and 2 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect french pocket watch may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic french pocket watch over the years, but those made by Cartier, Van Cleef Arpels and Breguet are often thought to be among the most beautiful. While most can agree that any french pocket watch from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Diamond version from the 45 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. See these pages for a rose cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also round cut cut and bead cut versions available here, too. If you’re browsing our inventory for a french pocket watch, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a French Pocket Watch?

Prices for a french pocket watch can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $140 and can go as high as $128,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $3,200.
Questions About French 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 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
    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 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A key-wind pocket watch is a type of portable timepiece produced from the early 19th century through the middle of the 19th century. It features a mechanism that requires regular winding with a device called a winding key. Shop a range of key-wind pocket watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    A pocket watch with 17 jewels is called a fully jeweled watch. For the mechanical movement, it uses jewel bearings from the center wheel pivot to the balance wheel. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of antique and vintage pocket watch options.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A minute repeater pocket watch comes with a repeater that chimes the time by pushing a button. They come with three different chimes; the hours have a low chime, minute by a high chime, and quarter hours by a sequence of two chimes. Shop a range of antique and vintage pocket watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    Like its hunter-case cousin, the half-hunter pocket watch features a protective lid or case that protects the face of the watch. The distinction is that the case front has a viewing window that allows the owner to check the time without having to open the pocket watch lid. The hours are frequently inscribed in blue enamel on the exterior lid itself, making it possible to tell the time without opening the case. Shop a range of vintage half-hunter pocket watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Pocket watches come in a variety of sizes but the most popular sizes for women are 0s, 6s and 8s. Measuring pocket watches is a bit confusing and to make it easier a 0s is1.166”, a 6s is 1.367” and 8s is 1.433”. So it’s fairly safe to say that an average size for a woman’s pocket watch is between 1 and 1.5 inches. Find vintage and contemporary pocket watches from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Rolex made pocket watches from 1905 through to the 1970s. The last pocket watch released was a small, ultra-formal 18 karat piece. Own a piece of history by shopping a selection of Rolex pocket watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To open a Hamilton pocket watch, take it to a reputable watch repair shop. Experts advise against opening antique pocket watches on your own because special tools are necessary to avoid damaging the timepieces. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Hamilton pocket watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    How to open a Howard pocket watch depends on its design. However, experts recommend that you don't attempt to open one yourself. Instead, take the piece to a watch repair center that has experience servicing pocket watches. Doing so will help you avoid damaging the timepiece. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Howard pocket watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To know if your pocket watch is valuable, consult a licensed appraiser. Choose one with experience appraising antique and vintage timepieces. Having your pocket watch evaluated by a knowledgeable professional is the only way to be certain of its value. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique and vintage pocket watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    To change a battery in a pocket watch, you must first remove the watch back. Depending on the type of watch, you may need a specially designed tool or a precision screwdriver to accomplish this task. Once you have the back removed, you may need to remove parts to access the battery and perform the replacement. Because there is so much variability in timepiece design and you could potentially damage your watch when removing the back and other parts, experts recommend having an experienced watch repairer replace the battery. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of pocket watches.