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Antique Pocket Watches
The first watches were not the wrist versions we know today but pocket watches. These were larger and were attached by a chain to a belt or waistcoat. They were kept in the pocket from whence they were removed for reading. The first known pocket watch was created in 1524 by Peter Henlein. These earliest watches were big and bulky; genuine "pocket" watches only really became common in the 17th century. Old, antique pocket watches are extremely popular however you can still buy new models today. Gold - or more often gold plated - has been a traditional choice (many of today's more affordable models are actually gold-tone stainless steel). |
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