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Illinois Watch Company Display Back Pocket Watch
By Illinois Watch Company
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
This sweet antique Illinois Watch Co. private label for Burlington Brass Pocket Watch, circa 1919
Category

Early 20th Century American Pocket Watches

Materials

Brass

Antique American Waltham Watch Co. Circa 1901 Brass Pocket Watch W Display Back
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
backside as this classic 1901 American Waltham Pocket Watch Model 1894 ticks away time. In brass, this
Category

Early 20th Century American Pocket Watches

Materials

Brass

Hamilton Brass Pocket Watch with Display Back
By Hamilton
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Enjoy seeing the craftsmanship in this Hamilton 917 Brass Pocket Watch, expertly restored with a
Category

Mid-20th Century American Pocket Watches

Materials

Brass

Antique Open Face Silver Hamilton Pocket Watch with Display
By Hamilton
Located in Wallkill, NY
Wonderful Hamilton open face Pocket Watch - Manufacturer Location: Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Category

Vintage 1910s American Art Nouveau Pocket Watches

Materials

Silver

A. Lange & Söhne, 18 Karat Gold, Chronograph Pocket Watch, 1898 Constantinopel
By A. Lange & Söhne
Located in Berlin, DE
display. This pocket watch was originally sold to the Huber Frères company in Constantinople
Category

Antique 19th Century German Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

International Watch Company Manual Gents Wristwatch
By IWC
Located in London, GB
technology, and hydropower sourced from the nearby River Rhine to manufacture pocket watch movements of the
Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold

French Miniature Sedan Chair Pocket Watch Display Holder, C.1890
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pocket watch perfection! A charming late 19th Century French pocket watch display stand in the
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Antique 1880s French Belle Époque Pocket Watches

Rolex Cellini Pocket Watch 18 Karat Gold, 3727, circa 1970s
By Rolex
Located in Braintree, GB
Rolex Cellini 18K Gold Pocket Watch Made in Switzerland Circa 1970's Fully hallmarked Pocket Watch
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Omega, Gurzelen Silver Nielo Pocketwatch Russian Retailer, Switzerland, 1895
By Omega
Located in Braintree, GB
1895. Fully hallmarked 875 silver Pocket Watch Serial: 1196227 Movement: Mechanical Display type
Category

Antique 1890s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

Silver

International Watch Company Automatic Gents Wristwatch
By IWC
Located in London, GB
sourced from the nearby River Rhine to manufacture pocket watch movements of the highest possible quality
Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold

Illinois Steel Pocket Watch with Display Back
By Illinois Watch Company
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Enjoy seeing the craftsmanship in this Illinois 305 Steel Pocket Watch expertly restored with a
Category

Early 20th Century American Pocket Watches

Materials

Steel

Waltham Seaside Display Back Brass Antique Pocket Watch
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Seaside Brass Pocket Watch is great find. Has a white face and Arabic numerals. The case size is 45mm and
Category

Antique 1890s American Pocket Watches

Materials

Brass

Waltham Watch Company Steel Pocket Watch with Display Back
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Enjoy seeing the unmatched craftsmanship in this American Waltham Watch Company Steel Pocket Watch
Category

Early 20th Century American Pocket Watches

Materials

Other, Steel

Rockford Watch Co. Railroad Style Pocket Watch with Skeleton Display Back
By Rockford Watch Company
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Enjoy this circa 1903 Rockford Railroad Style Pocket Watch with fancy engraved brass case. This
Category

Antique Early 1900s American Pocket Watches

Materials

Brass

Waltham American Watch Company Stainless Steel Display Back Pocket Watch
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Circa 1902, Stainless Steel Waltham American Watch Co. Display Back Pocket Watch , Serial #1131634
Category

Antique Early 1900s American Pocket Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Illinois Bunn Special Brass Pocket Watch with Display Back
By Illinois Watch Company
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Enjoy seeing the craftsmanship in this Illinois Bunn Special Brass Pocket Watch expertly restored
Category

Early 20th Century American Pocket Watches

Materials

Brass

American Waltham Watch Company Men's Pocket Watch with Skeleton Display Back
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
By Waltham Watch Company, this circa 1926 antique brass pocket watch, model number 1894, has been
Category

Early 20th Century American Pocket Watches

Materials

Brass

Elgin Watch Company Display Back Pocket Watch
By Elgin
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
restored Elgin pocket watch. Made in 1927, this antique 44mm watch has an ornate nickel case, silver toned
Category

Vintage 1920s American Pocket Watches

Antique Elgin National Watch Company Display Back Brass Pocket Watch
By Elgin
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Pocket Watch No. 345. Outfitted with glass display back allowing view of the intricate 17 jeweled acid
Category

Vintage 1920s American Pocket Watches

Materials

Brass

Antique Tacy Watch Company Admiral Display Back Pocket Watch, Circa 1920
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Admiral pocket watch with skeleton display back. In watch size 45mm (measuring 1-3/4 inches), this admiral
Category

Vintage 1920s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Antique Elgin Men's Pocket Watch with Skeleton Display Back
By Elgin
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
By Elgin National Watch Co., this circa 1912 American made brass pocket watch model #303 has been
Category

Early 20th Century American Pocket Watches

Materials

Brass

Elgin B.W. Raymond Pocket Watch with Display Back
By Elgin
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Watch expertly restored with a unique display back allowing the intricate parts of this timepiece to be
Category

Early 20th Century American Pocket Watches

Materials

Brass

Audemars Piquet Swiss Platinum Display Back Pocket Watch for Tiffany & Co
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Sleek, late twentieth century platinum pocket watch by Audemars Piquet Swiss for Tiffany & Co. with
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Late 20th Century Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

Platinum

Hamilton Model 917 Vintage Pocket Watch with Display Back circa 1939
By Hamilton
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Pocket Watch with skeleton display back. In watch size 10S, measuring approximately 1-3/4 inches, this
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Vintage 1930s American Pocket Watches

Rare 19th Century French Antique Peacock’s Nest Pocket Watch Holder Porte Montre
Located in Tustin, CA
Beautifully handcrafted display stand from which to hang a pocket watch features an ornate
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Victorian Vanity Items

Rolex Sabot or Hoof Dealer Display Clock "Time to the Second"
By Rolex
Located in Viana do Castelo, PT
Rolex Sabot or Hoof Dealer Display Clock - Finest example we have ever seen; Electro- mechanical
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Post-War Pocket Watches

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Pocket Watch Display For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact pocket watch display you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Brass, Stainless Steel and Steel. You’re likely to find the perfect pocket watch display 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. Finding an appealing pocket watch display — no matter the origin — is easy, but American Waltham Watch Co., Elgin and Hamilton each produced a popular version that is worth a look. Take a look at a pocket watch display featuring Other from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. Today, if you’re looking for an uncut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes alternatives. Most of our pocket watch display for sale are for men, but there are 3 pieces available to browse for women.

How Much is a Pocket Watch Display?

On average, a pocket watch display at 1stDibs sells for $632, while they’re typically $450 on the low end and $5,800 for the highest priced versions of this item.
Questions About Pocket Watch Display
  • 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.