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14k Rose Gold Victorian Pocket Watch Chain Ca 1890
Located in Lexington, KY
This detailed 14k yellow gold pocket watch chain comes from the Victorian era, ca 1890. The chain
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Antique 1890s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Gold Pocket Watch
Located in Banbury, GB
Victorian solid 14 kt gold ladies pocket watch . this watch has a 15 jewel mechanical hand winding
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Antique 1880s British Victorian Pocket Watches

Victorian French Diamond Enameled Cherub Gold Pocket Watch
Located in Narberth, PA
A gorgeous and unusual French pocket watch from the Victorian (ca1880) era! Crafted in 18kt yellow
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Antique 1880s Victorian Pocket Watches

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Pocket Watch, Fusee Movement
Located in NEWARK, GB
A handsome antique sterling silver cased pocket watch. A Swiss Fusee movement, it is a well made
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pocket Watches

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Sterling Silver

Victorian Elgin Railroad Pocket Watch 1915 Grade 293 Engraved Size 16
By Elgin
Located in Dearborn, MI
Victorian Elgin Railroad Pocket Watch 1915 Grade 293 Engraved Size 16 Elgin Pocketwatch All
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Vintage 1910s Victorian Pocket Watches

Antique Victorian Lady s Pocket Watch and Detachable Gold Bird Pin
Located in Miami, FL
This antique Victorian (ca. 1895) ladies pocket watch and brooch, most probably of French
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Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Pocket Watches

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Victorian Amethyst and Diamond Pocket Watch Pin in Original Box
Located in Narberth, PA
antique treasure is comprised of a pocket watch and accompanying key fob that hang below a matching brooch
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Antique 1880s French Victorian Pocket Watches

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Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

American Watch Co. Multicolored Gold Pocket Watch
Located in New Orleans, LA
Housed in a majestic case of 14K yellow, rose, white and green gold, this pocket watch crafted by
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Antique 19th Century American Victorian Pocket Watches

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14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Watch Pin
Located in Towson, MD
One sterling silver vermeil pin and watch measuring 2 inches long and just over 1 inch wide. The
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Antique 1890s Victorian Pocket Watches

Waltham Open Faced Pocket Watch Circa 1886
By Waltham
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
One key-wound 10k gold Waltham open-faced pocket watch with a white dial, black Roman numerals and
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Antique 1880s American Victorian Pocket Watches

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10k Gold

14K Yellow Gold American Waltham Pocket Watch
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
14K Yellow Gold American Waltham Pocket Watch (Hunter's case)
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Pocket Watches

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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 Ladies Half Hunter Antique Pocket Watch
By Thomas Russell Son
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional fine and impressive antique Victorian solid gold half hunter style ladies' pocket
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Antique 1870s British Victorian Pocket Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe Minute Repeater Hunting Case Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Dallas, TX
18k yellow gold hunting case (53mm diameter). White enamel dial with black and red Arabic numerals. Circa 1886. Case, dial and movement signed Patek Philippe.
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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Victorian Pocket Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Russian Yellow Gold Imperial Presentation Pocket Watch circa 1840
Located in Chicago, IL
Made by Robert Brandt & Ce for the Russian Court The ultra-slim gold pocket watch is decorated
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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Victorian Pocket Watches

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Yellow Gold

PATEK PHILIPPE Yellow Gold Demi-Hunter Cased Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Chicago, IL
An 18K yellow gold 18-size demi-hunter cased pocket watch in an engine turned case. Porcelain dial
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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Victorian Pocket Watches

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18k Gold

Yellow Gold Hunting Cased Quarter Repeater Chronograph Pocket Watch
Located in Southampton, PA
18k yellow gold hunting cased quarter repeater chronograph pocket watch. This watch is mint
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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Victorian Pocket Watches

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Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

A. Lange Sohne Hunting Cased Pocket Watch circa 1880s
By A. Lange Söhne
Located in Stamford, CT
All original A. Lange & Söhne hunting case lever set pocket watch 16115 1880 to 1885. Rare
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Antique Late 19th Century German Victorian Pocket Watches

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Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

1886 14 Karat Gold Diamond Ladies Pocket Watch Pendant
By Elgin
Located in Birmingham, AL
This 14k gold pocket watch features a hunter's case which is hand engraved and decorated with a
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Antique 1880s American Victorian Pocket Watches

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Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold

Tiffany Co. Art Nouveau Diamond Pâte-Sur-Pâte Pocket Watch
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Narberth, PA
-sur-pâte was sometimes used in jewelry, although more uncommonly so. This outstanding pocket watch
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Antique 1880s Victorian Pocket Watches

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Diamond, 14k Gold

Paillard’s Non Magnetic Watch Co of America Gold Half Hunting Case Pocket Watch
Located in Firenze, IT
-magnetic balance and spring signed Non-Magnetic Watch Co of America, white enamel dial with black Roman
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Antique 1880s American Victorian Pocket Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

PATEK CO. 18k Diamond + Enamel Fleur de Lis Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Narberth, PA
A gorgeous pocket watch by Patek & Co. from the Late Victorian (ca1890s) era! Crafted in 18k yellow
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Pocket Watches

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Diamond, Enamel

Bautte Co. Yellow Gold Mid-1800s Pocket Watch with Key
Located in Birmingham, AL
This beautiful 19th century pocket watch features a unique, intricate engraved design on both sides
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Antique Early 19th Century Swiss Early Victorian Pocket Watches

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18k Gold

Elgin Coin Silver Pocket Watch Presented to Minister of China
By Elgin
Located in Dallas, TX
the first 100 watches apparently having been set aside as presentation pieces for important
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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Pocket Watches

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Silver

Jules Jurgensen Multi-Color Gold Minute Repeating Chronograph Pocket Watch
Located in New Orleans, LA
Crafted by one of the oldest and most respected watchmaker's in the world, this Swiss pocket watch
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Antique 19th Century Danish Victorian Pocket Watches

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White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Enamel, Steel

Patek Philippe Rose Gold Open Face Pocket Watch circa 1890
By Patek Philippe
Located in Dallas, TX
18k rose gold open face case, 46mm. White enamel dial with black Roman numerals, subsidiary seconds, retailed by A.H. Rodanet, Paris, circa 1890.
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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Victorian Pocket Watches

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18k Gold, Rose Gold

Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Open Face Pocket Watch circa 1880s
By Patek Philippe
Located in Dallas, TX
18k yellow gold case. Engine-turned case back with ornate monogram, initials DS or SD, 47mm diameter. White enamel dial with black Roman numerals, subsidiary seconds, circa 1885.
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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Victorian Pocket Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Swiss. Rose Gold Keyless Hunter Case Quarter Repeating Pocket Watch
Located in Firenze, IT
PLEASE NOTE: OUR PRICE IS FULLY INCLUSIVE OF SHIPPING, IMPORTATION TAXES & DUTIES Case No.1609, circa 1895 Jewelled Swiss lever movement, two polished hammers striking on a gon...
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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Victorian Pocket Watches

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18k Gold, Rose Gold

Patek Phillipe Rose Gold Demi-Hunter Cased Pocket Watch circa 1872
By Patek Philippe
Located in Stamford, CT
Very rare Patek Philippe 18k rose gold demi-hunter cased pocket watch, circa 1872, serial number
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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Victorian Pocket Watches

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18k Gold, Rose Gold

Elgin Gold-Filled Grade 102 Model 2 Manual Wind Pocket Watch
By Elgin
Located in Dallas, TX
preserved pocket watch, circa 1894.
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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Pocket Watches

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Gold-filled

Elgin Gold-Filled Grade 102 Model 2 Manual Wind Pocket Watch
By Elgin
Located in Dallas, TX
preserved pocket watch, circa 1894.
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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Pocket Watches

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Gold-filled

44mm 18kt Gold Yellow 19th Century Pocket Watch, Warranty, Serviced, New Crystal
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage 44mm 19th Century 18kt Yellow Gold Pocket Watch, Good Working Condition, Case # 68495, Very
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Antique 19th Century French Victorian Pocket Watches

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Gold, 18k Gold

Jules Jurgensen Yellow Gold Demi-Hunter Case Pocket Watch Retailed by Tiffany Co.
By Jules Jurgensen
Located in Southampton, PA
Jules Jurgensen Demi-Hunter Case Pocket Watch retailed by Tiffany & Co. This watch has a solid 18k
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Antique Late 19th Century Danish Victorian Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

L. C. Grandjean Yellow Gold Minute Repeater Split-Second Chronograph Pocket Watch
Located in Dallas, TX
18k yellow gold case with guilloche design on front and back, with script monogram in center of front case. Back of case opens to reveal a glass exposition back to view movement, 55...
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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Victorian Pocket Watches

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Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Victorian French Gold Silver Rose Cut Diamonds Brooch Watch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French Victorian brooch watch set with rose-cut diamonds and mounted in 18-karat gold and silver
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Antique 1860s French Victorian Pocket Watches

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

French Victorian Yellow Gold Locket Watch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Victorian French key wound gold locket-watch by Boudin Freres circa 1850. * ABOUT THIS ITEM
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Antique 1850s French Art Deco Pocket Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Agassiz Rose, Yellow and Green Gold Pocket Watch with Diamond and Ruby Accents
Located in Stamford, CT
14k rose, yellow and green gold pocket watch, circa 1890s. Intricate detail work to the front and
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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Victorian Pocket Watches

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Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Ruby and Pearl Lapel Watch
Located in New Orleans, LA
This stunning ladies' lapel watch is adorned with lovely crimson guilloché enamel on the dial and
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20th Century Unknown Victorian Pocket Watches

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Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gold and Enamel Lorgnette with Concealed Watch
Located in New Orleans, LA
fashionable accessories to surreptitiously watch encounters from a distance. Madame de Pompadour, Madame du
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pocket Watches

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Diamond, Enamel

Fairy Crecent Moon Hand-Painted Enamel 18K Yellow Gold Watch
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Fairy & Crecent Moon Hand Painted Enamel 18K Yellow Gold Pocket Watch: circa 1900
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Pocket Watches

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18k Gold

Antique French Enamel and Gold Beetle Watch Circa 1890
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous Antique 18kt Gold, Enamel, and Diamond Beetle Watch, made in France, the finely
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Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Pocket Watches

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Antoine Freres Lady s Rose Gold Demi-Hunter Cased Pendant Watch circa 1890
Located in Firenze, IT
18k rose gold lady's demi-hunter cased pendant watch with black enamel chapter ring to the front
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Antique 1890s Swiss Victorian Pocket Watches

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18k Gold, Rose Gold

Lady s Rose Gold, Pink Enamel and Diamond Pendant Watch and Chain circa 1910s
Located in Stamford, CT
Rose gold, pink enamel and diamond pendant watch with natural pearl, gold, enamel and diamond chain
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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Victorian Pocket Watches

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Platinum

Antique Diamond and Guilloché Enamel Watch Fob Pendant
Located in London, GB
Here we have a gorgeous Victorian pocket watch. The watch features a striking guilloché green
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Wrist Watches

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Illinois Watch Co. Pocket Watch Key Wind Working Sterling Silver 1886 Year
By Illinois Watch Company
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage Illinois co. pocket watch in good working condition. Year 1886. The case is sterling silver
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Vintage 1980s American Victorian Wrist Watches

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Sterling Silver

1891 Gold Pocket Watch by American Watch Co.
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Solid 18k gold & enamel gentleman's key wind hunting case pocket watch, 1891, American. Engraved
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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Collectible Jewelry

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Gold, Enamel

c. 1886 Coin Silver Pocket Watch by American Watch Co.
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
American Watch Co large open face coin silver pocket watch, circa 1886. Oversized movement & second
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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Silver

Antique Victorian novelty pocket watch key, rifle, pendant
Located in NEWARK, GB
A fantastic novelty antique Victorian era gold plated watch key. The key is designed as a rifle
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Gold Plate

Zell Victorian Style "Pocket Watch" Powder Compact, 1940s
Located in Atlanta, GA
This unique Zell compact is designed to replicate a pocket watch complete with a push button ‘stem
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1940s American Wallets and Small Accessories

Antique Victorian Slide Chain Pocket Watch Necklace 10 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Fairfield, CT
This antique Victorian slide chain pocket watch necklace is a unique fusion of elegance and
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Antique Late 19th Century European Victorian Chain Necklaces

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10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Swiss 18-Karat Gold Pocket Watch Pendant with Chain, Necklace
Located in Haarlem, NL
Very decorative and cute ladies gold pocket watch with the most beautiful gold watch chain necklace
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20th Century Swiss Victorian Collectible Jewelry

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Gold

1900s Antique Victorian Yellow Gold Pocket Watch Chain Necklace
Located in New York, NY
for a pocket watch or can be worn as a necklace. Made in United States circa 1900s. Measurements: 0.23
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Antique Early 1900s American Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Gold Hammered Bar Rolo Link Pocket Watch Chain Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
: 7.9 x 4.6mm (dog clip) Condition: Antique Victorian. Original finish & patina preserved. Excellent
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Antique 1890s Victorian Link Bracelets

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Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gold Pocket Watch Chain Necklace
Located in Vienna, AT
Most elegant golden chain of pocket watch. GOLD (14 CARAT GOLD / 585) Skipping ring and
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Antique 1890s Austrian Late Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold

Antique Pocket Watch, Silver Cased Chester, 1884
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a good quality antique silver cased Lever pocket watch with key. Keeping good time, this
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Scientific Instruments

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Silver

Antique Sterling Silver Pocket Watch Holder - London 1898
By William Comyns
Located in London, London
Pocket Watch Holder, is plain in style, featuring a leather back, and a push button to open the case and
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Antique 1890s English Victorian Carriage Clocks and Travel Clocks

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Sterling Silver

Antique French Red Glass Pocket Watch Box, circa 1890
Located in Bath, GB
A pretty antique French pocket watch box, made from a deep red glass and lined with a rich Burgundy
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Antique Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Carriage Clocks and Trav...

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Glass

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Victorian Pocket Watch For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact victorian pocket watch you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Making the right choice when shopping for a victorian pocket watch may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Creating a victorian pocket watch has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Elgin, Patek Philippe and Tiffany Co. are consistently popular. Take a look at a victorian pocket watch featuring Diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. See these pages for a rose cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also round cut cut and cabochon cut versions available here, too. If you’re browsing our inventory for a victorian 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 Victorian Pocket Watch?

The price for a victorian pocket watch starts at $95 and tops out at $64,500 with these watches, on average, selling for $2,278.

A Close Look at Victorian Jewelry

The reign of Queen Victoria encapsulates a quickly evolving period of history — and jewelry styles were no exception. No single period has seen such a diverse group of jewelry attributed to it than the Victorian era. Today, there is a vast collection of authentic antique Victorian jewelry and watches on 1stDibs.

Victorian jewelry is named after Queen Victoria, whose reign lasted from 1837 to 1901, making her the second longest-ruling monarch. (She was surpassed by Queen Elizabeth II in 2015.) During this time, different styles of fashion and jewelry came and went. Thanks to our fascination with royalty and swoon-worthy melodramas like Netflix’s The Crown — which is rife with evocative fashion, jewelry and interiors — and the 2017 feature film Victoria Abdul, we are all familiar with her story. After the death of Victoria’s father and three childless uncles, she ascended to the throne at age 18. In 1840, Queen Victoria married the love of her life, her first cousin Prince Albert of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha.

Queen Victoria loved serpentine jewels, and she had even more power to shape trends than Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle do today. The British monarch’s best-known piece in this mold is the gold coiled-snake engagement ring she received from Prince Albert — the sinuous reptile was considered a symbol of everlasting love.

The Queen's 63-year reign has been divided by historians into the Romantic period, the early happy years, circa 1837–60; the Grand period, marked by the deaths of the Queen’s mother and husband, circa 1860–80; and the late Victorian or Aesthetic period, which lasted from about 1880 until 1901 and ushered in the Belle Époque. Queen Victoria wore her heart on her sleeve, and her fashion and jewelry reflected her emotions.

Romantic period jewelry, which featured common decorative motifs and was embellished with seed pearls, coral and turquoise, was a celebration of the young monarch’s love. Everything changed with the death of Prince Albert, and the Grand period is most often associated with mourning jewelry. Jewelry was smaller, lighter and more dainty during the late Victorian period. During this era, diamonds came into fashion, and semiprecious gems such as amethysts and opals became prevalent, too. Using gemstones for their natural beauty and not their worth was something that jewelers of the era felt passionate about, and this ideology would really become relevant in Art Nouveau jewelry.

Find a collection of authentic antique Victorian jewelry — from rings, necklaces and brooches to a range of other accessories — on 1stDibs. 

Questions About Victorian 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 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
    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 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 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 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 ExpertNovember 22, 2024
    What the most expensive pocket watch is will vary over time as luxury watchmakers release new models. In 2019, Patek Philippe set a record when a brand new Grandmaster Chime Ref. 6300A-010 fetched an auction price of $31 million, making it the most expensive pocket watch ever sold. Before that, another Patek Philippe model, a 1932 Henry Graves Supercomplication, held the record. Explore a wide range of pocket watches on 1stDibs.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The best way to determine the year of a pocket watch is to identify and look up the serial number. Pocket watch serial numbers can be located inside the watch once you remove or open the back cover of the watch. Shop a wide range of pocket watches on 1stDibs.
  • 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 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 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 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 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 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 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.