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Pocket Watch See Through

Lieutenant Colonel Owned Patek Philippe 1906 18ct Gold Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this original 1906 Patek Philippe 18ct gold pocket watch with
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Antique Early 1900s American Edwardian Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

1914 Waltham “Swing Lug” WW1…….Trench Watch, Rare Design.
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Raleigh, NC
manufacturers already made smaller pocket watch movements, often sold as ladies pocket watches, Elgin, Waltham
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Vintage 1910s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

1908 Waltham "Offset" Trench/WW1 Watch, YG Filled, 15 Jewels
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in Raleigh, NC
are WW1 or Trench watches? They were created using 3/0 and 0 size pocket watch movements and
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

1908 Waltham "Offset" Trench/WW1 Watch, YG Filled, 15 Jewels
1908 Waltham "Offset" Trench/WW1 Watch, YG Filled, 15 Jewels
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H 0.4 in W 1.23 in Dm 1.23 in
Waltham Gold Filled Art Deco Tank Style with Original Period Bracelet from 1935
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
original and it is fully adjustable as well. We seldom see these early American Watches in such fine
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Waltham Gold Filled Art Deco Tortue with Breguet Engine Turned Dial from 1939
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
never see American Watches with Breguet Style Engine Turned Dials. This on original and in addition, it
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

1904 Solid Gold Waltham Trench / WW1 , Rare 17J Riverside Movement
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in Raleigh, NC
watches in the UK American watch manufacturers could not sell finished / assembled watches. There were
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Antique Early 1900s British Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold

Waltham for Shreve & Co. Yellow Gold Art Deco Pocket Wristwatch from 1935
By Shreve & Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company / Shreve and Co STYLE / REFERENCE: Pocket Wristwatch
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

1915 Waltham WW1 Trench Watch, Rare 16 Jewel Movement. Stunning
By Waltham
Located in Raleigh, NC
avid vintage watch collector for years. My soft spot is 1900-1935 American watches. I have an active
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Vintage 1910s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Waltham Gold Filled Art Deco Watch circa, 1940's with Original Dial
By Waltham
Located in Long Beach, CA
war and two World Wars, and beyond, Waltham's legacy and spirit lives on in this vintage pocket watch
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

1900 Elgin 19J, 0 size, Transition Wristlet, Stunning Mint Dial with Gold Accent
By Elgin
Located in Raleigh, NC
extraordinary condition. You see, trench watches were ladies pocket movements repackaged into watch cases that
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20th Century American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

1902 English Waltham Solid Gold Blue Roman Numeral 15J
By Waltham
Located in Raleigh, NC
English Waltham WW1. In the early days of wrist watches in the UK American watch manufacturers could not
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Antique Early 1900s English Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold

European Gruen / Gilde Quadron #485, Rare Stateside Find. Art Deco 15J Caliber
By Gruen
Located in Raleigh, NC
had to source open ended watch bands. see the picture. The first set of calibers that you have
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

1898, Waltham 7 Jewel, Sublime Fancy Dial, Yellow Gold Filled
By Waltham
Located in Raleigh, NC
real treasure, and you won't see too often. This Trench Watch features the very hard to find an
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

European Gruen / Alpina Quadron, Rare Stateside Find. Art Dec 15J Caliber 157
By Gruen
Located in Raleigh, NC
a category for wristwatches in 1925, so they were tested to pocket watch standards. Each of the 200
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Elgin “Hermetic” Trench / WW1 Y/G Filled Beautiful Survivor!
By Elgin
Located in Raleigh, NC
“Trench Watch” ? They were created using 3-0 and 0 size pocket watch movements and installing into
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

1934 Omega T-17 Stainless Steel Survivor
By Omega
Located in Raleigh, NC
have been an avid vintage watch collector for years. My soft spot is 1900-1935 American watches. I
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Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

1934  Omega T-17 Stainless Steel Survivor
1934  Omega T-17 Stainless Steel Survivor
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H 0.33 in W 0.75 in Dm 1.5 in
1942 Rolex “Raleigh” Stainless Steel. Total Restoration!
By Rolex
Located in Raleigh, NC
Welcome to the Vintage Watch Corner, a vintage watch place where you will find the unusual and most
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

See Beyond 1
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
the intersection where "Malaicha" and other spirits were. I watched in confusion as the man quickly
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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil, Acrylic

See Beyond 2
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
the intersection where "Malaicha" and other spirits were. I watched in confusion as the man quickly
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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic, Oil, Mixed Media

See Beyond 2
See Beyond 2
H 54.5 in W 64 in D 1 in
1890 Victorian 10k Rose Gold Seed Pearl and Diamond Heart Pin Watch Holder
Located in Lexington, KY
your pocket or to decorate your blazer! The watch hook adds another function to this beautiful piece
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Antique 1890s Victorian Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, 10k Gold, Rose Gold

Chanel Boutique Runway Spring 1992 Ivory and Turq Tweed Jacket
By Chanel Boutique, Chanel
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
front patch pockets, is completely lined in silk with the gold chain at the bottom and has 3 fantastic
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1990s French Jackets

Exceptional Hermès Sac Seau Bucket Bag Suede Dustbag Perles Du Kenya RARE
By Hermès
Located in FR
lined with a brown fabric Through the small round windows, we can see faces from the "Perles du Kenya
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21st Century and Contemporary French Tote Bags

Lady In Love
Located in Chattahoochee Hills, GA
Jackson was the gentlest man I ever knew,’ Charlie related, “I would go and watch him work. He never did
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1980s Folk Art Mixed Media

Materials

Wire

Call Of The Kingfisher, Lee Tiller, Original Realist Waterscape River Painting
By Lee Tiller
Located in Deddington, GB
places of ambience. He says "if you're very lucky you might see a burst of shimmering blue-green as a
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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Bed Tester Mahogany Chippendale Claret Red Damask Duke Hamilton Scotland Banner
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
, luxury, pocket sprung, king-sized mattress 5ft, 150cm wide - With the Royal Banner of The Royal Arms of
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Antique 1770s British Chippendale Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Damask, Mahogany

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Omega Seamaster 563 De Ville Men's Wrist Watch
By Omega
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Always in style, a retro classic Omega Seamaster 563 De Ville Gold Filled Men's Wrist Watch. The height of popularity 1950-60s, this sleek 34mm timepiece presents clean lines and is ...
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold Plate

Omega WWW 'Dirty Dozen'
By Omega
Located in London, GB
Part of the well know and well collected 'Dirty Dozen' collection of British military watches from WW2. The Omega being one of the 12 brands the Ministry of Defence contracted to sup...
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Vintage 1940s British Wrist Watches

Omega WWW 'Dirty Dozen'
Omega WWW 'Dirty Dozen'
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H 1.38 in W 1.38 in Dm 1.38 in
18 Karat Yellow Gold Ladies Wristwatch, Omega De Ville, with Lapis Lazuli Dial
By Omega
Located in Berlin, DE
18 Karat Yellow gold ladies' watch, Omega De Ville, with lapis lazuli dial. Mechanical manual wind movement. Glass has small scratches on the glass. Fully functional. Including c...
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20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.56 Carat Ruby 1.02 Carat Diamond Ladies Cocktail Watch in White Gold Art Deco
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage Art Deco 1.56 carat ruby and 1.02 carat diamond ladies cocktail watch crafted in 9k white gold; part of our vintage watch collection. This st...
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Vintage 1940s Unknown Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Santos Octagon Gold and Steel Ladies Self Winding Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980s Cartier Santos Ladies Wrist Watch, 25 M.M. 3 Piece Stainless Steel case with 18k Yellow Gold Bezel, Automatic, self winding movement, Sapphire Crown, White Dial, Black Ro...
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Vintage 1980s French Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Steel

Rolex Oyster Speedking Vintage Yellow Gold 6021
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
A mens mid-size Oyster Speedking Precision wristwatch in yellow gold by Rolex. Featuring a silver and cream dial with a fixed yellow gold bezel. Equipped with a 9k yellow gold bracel...
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Paris Vendome Small Watch manual wind. Choice of Black or Roman
By Cartier
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction: We Have 2 of this Vintage Cartier Watch. This Vintage Cartier Paris Vendome watch is the small size, circa 1975-1980. It is 18K yellow gold and measures 26mm in diam...
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Vintage 1970s French Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Paris Centure Yellow Gold Mid Size Mechanical Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980 Cartier Paris Centure Collection Wrist Watch, 18k Yellow Gold 27 X 27 M.M. 2 Piece stepped case. 17 jewel mechanical, manual wind movement. White Dial with Black Roman num...
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Vintage 1980s French Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

HattieCarnegie PostWWII Crystal GoldGiltMesh FlutedBalls Dangle Climber Earrings
By Hattie Carnegie
Located in Chicago, IL
Around WWII, Hattie Carnegie (1886-1956)--one of the leading American entrepreneurs of made-to-order and ready-to-wear fashion for four decades--began producing costume-jewelry parur...
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Mid-20th Century American Baroque Revival Dangle Earrings

Materials

Crystal, Gold, Gilt Metal, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate

1950s 2.92 Carat Diamond and Platinum Cocktail Watch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, stunning, fine and impressive vintage 2.96 carat diamond (total), platinum and 9 karat white gold cocktail watch; part of our vintage watch collections. This stunnin...
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Vintage 1950s Unknown Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 9k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Rare 1947 Palladium / Diamond Dial 19 Jewel
By Hamilton
Located in Raleigh, NC
Welcome to Vintage Watch Corner, where one can find the most unusual timepieces that are sure to have stories that will never be revealed. Everyone looks at your watch and it represe...
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond

Rolex Gold precison watch in amazing condition
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
Gold Rolex Precision wristwatch with silver face and gold hands on a brown leather strap and Rolex watch buckle. Case 32mm excluding the winder 41 mm lug to lug app. This watch is...
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Mid-20th Century European Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold

Louis Vuitton Classic Tambour Swiss Watch
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Classic and timeless Louis Vuitton Tambour. This elegant watch collection was launched back in 2000. Since then, it has known as the brand’s signature style watch. It is offered in ...
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Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

SignedSchiaparelli MidCentury LeavesMotif AustrianCrystals GiltLinks Bracelet
By Schiaparelli
Located in Chicago, IL
Signed "Schiaparelli" in script, this mid-century link bracelet features a textural-leaves motif characteristic of the Parisian couturier Elsa Schiaparelli. Like many of her couture ...
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Mid-20th Century American Post-War Link Bracelets

Materials

Crystal, Yellow Gold, Base Metal, Gilt Metal

WW1 ……..Trench Watch. Marvin 15 Jewels, Rare Full Hermetic
By Marvin
Located in Raleigh, NC
My shop was recently selected to supply vintage American watches for a premier movie starring some major actors and a world famous director. They were looking for authentic watch...
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Wrist Watches

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Sterling Silver

WW1 ……..Trench Watch. Marvin 15 Jewels, Rare Full Hermetic
WW1 ……..Trench Watch. Marvin 15 Jewels, Rare Full Hermetic
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H 0.56 in W 1.23 in Dm 1.23 in
French MidCentury Bazot 18KGoldPouredGlassEnameledPlaques SilverPendantsNecklace
By Andree Bazot
Located in Chicago, IL
Featuring French studio-artist Andree Bazot's signature technique of topping free-formed layers of polychrome enamels fused on textural foiled plaques with a dollop of poured glass a...
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Mid-20th Century French Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Enamel, Copper, Gold, 18k Gold

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Girard Perregaux Diamond Gold Tear Drop Shape See through Pocket Watch Pendant
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Roma, IT
This beautiful jewel can be wore as a pendant and as a pocket watch. It's spectacular tear-drop
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage IWC Pocket Watch Conversion to Wristwatch, 1927
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1927 Vintage International Watch Company Pocket Watch Converted to Wrist Watch New Stainless Steel
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Vintage 1920s Swiss Wrist Watches

Extremely Large Edwardian 8 Day / 200 Hour Ball Clock with Roman Numerals
Located in London, GB
pocket watch mechanisms and are therefore normally quite small. A typical size would be similar to a golf
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Vintage 1910s British Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Brass

PAUL FLATO Skeleton Pocket Watch
By Paul Flato
Located in Chicago, IL
Retailed by Paul Flato this 1940s pocket watch is Chromium steel with See Through Plexi Glass front
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Vintage 1940s American Pocket Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1916 English Dennison WW1, Trench Watch Solid Sterling Silver
By Waltham
Located in Raleigh, NC
which was common back the turn of last century. History about Trench Watches What is a “Trench Watch
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Early 20th Century American Edwardian Wrist Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

1916 English Dennison WW1, Trench Watch Solid Sterling Silver
1916 English Dennison WW1, Trench Watch Solid Sterling Silver
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H 0.39 in W 1.4 in Dm 1.4 in
Old Street Walkers: Turn Ups
By Julian Opie
Located in Palo Alto, CA
pockets of his jacket, his pants cut at the ankles, allowing the viewer to see the movement of the random
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2010s Contemporary Figurative Prints

Materials

Lenticular

Goodbye Summer
By Alden Mason
Located in Palm Springs, CA
. Mason was raised by a protective mother and is self described as "a small, skinny kid who couldn’t see
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1970s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

Goodbye Summer
Goodbye Summer
H 72 in W 80 in D 1.75 in
Gucci Stainless Steel Leather Pocket Purse Watch
By Gucci
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Gucci Stainless Steel and Leather Pocket or Purse Watch, Stirrup form belt attachment
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Vintage 1960s Italian Pocket Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Waltham
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
hinged back revealing the beautiful damascened movement. We seldom see pocket watches in this condition
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Antique Early 1900s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Waltham
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Waltham High Grade Railroad Open Faced Gold Filled from 1880 with
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
months on the movement This watch comes suppled with an original vintage Pocket Watch Chain. This
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Antique 1880s Swiss Pocket Watches

1907 Waltham English “Maximus” 19 Jewel 0 Size Trench Watch
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Raleigh, NC
” What are Trench watches? They were created using 3-0 and 0 size pocket watch movements and installing
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Antique Early 1900s English Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Waltham Sterling Silver Campaign Style Watch from 1901 with Original Enamel Dial
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
beyond, Waltham's legacy and spirit lives on in this vintage pocket watch. It is truly a representation
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Antique Early 1900s Swiss Wrist Watches

17th century Dutch Still-life with Roemer, Tazza and fruit in a Wanli dish 1655
Located in Antwerp, BE
pocket-watch. The Roemer was a type of large drinking glass studded with prunts to ensure a safe grip
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17th Century Old Masters Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Vintage IWC Pocket Watch Conversion to Wrist Watch, 1926
By IWC
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1926 Vintage International Watch Company Pocket Watch Converted to Wrist Watch New Stainless Steel
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Vintage 1920s Swiss Wrist Watches

Vintage IWC Pocket Watch Conversion to Wristwatch in Stainless Steel, 1926
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1926 Vintage International Watch Company Pocket Watch Converted to Wrist Watch New Stainless Steel
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Vintage 1920s Swiss Wrist Watches

An Exceptional Palace Wall Regulator of One Month Duration
By John Arnold
Located in Sutton Coldfield, GB
chronometer work that is found in the pocket chronometers for which Arnold became famous. The dial: The
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Antique Late 18th Century English Clocks

Materials

Brass, Ormolu, Steel, Zinc

Rare Swiss Art Deco Pocket/Table, Encapsulated/Hermetic Watch
By Mido Melik
Located in Port Hope, ON
being for pocket and table (poche et table) and features a see through crystal back, a leather teardrop
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco More Clocks

Materials

Chrome

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Pocket Watch See Through For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the pocket watch see through 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, 18k gold and 10k gold. If you’re looking for a pocket watch see through from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 20th Century. Finding an appealing pocket watch see through — no matter the origin — is easy, but Waltham, Omega and Patek Philippe each produced a popular version that is worth a look. A pocket watch see through of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring diamond, from our inventory of 2, is particularly popular. Today, if you’re looking for a rose cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes round cut alternatives. Most of our pocket watch see through for sale are for men, but there are 4 pieces available to browse for women.

How Much is a Pocket Watch See Through?

The price for a pocket watch see through starts at $625 and tops out at $55,477 with these watches, on average, selling for $3,153.
Questions About Pocket Watch See Through
  • 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 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 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
    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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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
    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
    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
    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 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
    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 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 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.