pocket watch

#macromondays #watch

 

I decided to share this image for the upcoming #macromondays theme called #watch

 

What you see is a modern made pocket watch with a vintage style. The dieameter of the watch is aprox. 4 cm = 1,6"

 

A classic vintage pocket watch is a classic timepiece, typically worn on a chain and carried in a pocket, that was made several decades ago—often between the late 1800s and mid-1900s. These watches are prized for their craftsmanship, mechanical movements, and antique value.

 

Here are a few key things to know about vintage pocket watches:

🔹 Types

 

Open-face: No cover over the dial.

 

Hunter-case: A spring-hinged metal cover that protects the watch face.

 

Half-hunter: Has a small glass window or hole in the cover so you can see the time without opening it.

 

🔹 Key Features

 

Mechanical movement (manual winding)

 

Roman or Arabic numerals

 

Engraved cases or decorative dials

 

Maker’s mark inside the case or on the movement (e.g., Waltham, Elgin, Hamilton, Omega)

 

🔹 Popular Brands

 

American: Waltham, Elgin, Hamilton, Illinois

 

Swiss: Omega, Longines, Patek Philippe

 

🔹 Collectible Value Depends On:

 

Age and condition

 

Brand and rarity

 

Case material (gold, silver, nickel, etc.)

 

Movement type and quality

 

Originality (unaltered parts, original dial, etc.)

 

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