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.
Suddenly, if you wanted to know the time, you merely glanced at your wrist. This was a boon to the watchmaking industry, with companies like Elgin National Watch Company and the Waltham Watch Company producing high-grade and workingman’s watches.īy the 1930s, wristwatches comprised the bulk of watch manufacturing in America, superseding the pocket watch. It was a requirement for railway workers to wear a pocket watch, as the timepieces were responsible for keeping conductors on schedule. In the late 1800s, the open-face pocket watch became a staple on the American railroad. For example, the Marius Lecoultre pocket watch - made circa 1890 - does everything but uncork your wine. For collectors, pocket watches are big, and that means a larger canvas provided for functions without crowding the dial. (Today, they’re among the most sought after by collectors and enthusiasts.)Īt 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. Artfully crafted pocket watches were a symbol of wealth, and manufacturers such as Vacheron Constantin and Patek Philippe became known for theirs. The earliest pocket watches were luxury items, and, owing to cost, they weren’t commonplace until the 19th century. With a suit and a waistcoat, a pocket watch can be a refreshing alternative to a wristwatch. How Much are Antique Pocket Watches?Ĭan you pull off a vintage pocket watch? Of course you can. If you’re browsing the variety of antique pocket watches for sale, you’ll find that many are available today for men, but there are still pieces to choose from for women.
There are many rose cut, round cut and bead antique pocket watches for sale. Any of these pieces can lend versatility to your look, but Diamond versions, from our inventory of 118, are particularly popular. produced popular versions that are worth a look. Many examples in our inventory of these items are appealing no matter their origins, but Patek Philippe, Elgin and American Waltham Watch Co. Pieces in our collection of antique pocket watches made by Victorian jewelers - as well as those associated with Art Deco - are very popular. Our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and pieces in stock date back to the 18th Century while others were produced as recently as the 21st Century.
Find a collection of 919 vintage versions or 1 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Silver, these items were constructed with great care. Find an expansive variety of antique pocket watches available on 1stDibs.
0 kommentar(er)
