A Brief Story of Pocket Watches
Having a pocket watch was a matter of pride and passion in 1960's.
However nowadays fame of pocket watches has come down to a level of a gift piece that we place in our showcases.
The history of watches began in 16th century.
The inventor of this marvel device is Peter Henlein.
The early vintage models were squarer in design, later it started appearing in all variety of size and shapes.
In the earlier ages the elite class could afford a watch, and being an owner of a watch was considered as a symbol of authority, wealth and status.
In 17th century these watches were carefully tailored in unique styles and designs.
Often they were studded with diamonds and precious stones and were given as gifts.
They were also handed over from one generation to another with other traditional valuables.
Early 19th century was considered as the golden period of these long chain watches.
The famous brands like Ulysse Nardin, Minerva, Heuer, IWC and many others started establishing during that period.
This period was also marked the beginning of industrial production of watches.
During the beginning of 20th century lot of standardization occurred in the industry.
Quality certification was introduced during this period based on the precision and the design.
But late 20th century was not a good period for pocket watches.
The rapid growth in popularity of wristwatches had huge impact on the pocket watch industry.
Slowly they began to fade and made their position as a collectable.
Today there are hundreds different varieties of makes and designs available which resembles the famous antique models.
For people who want to try out something different and special, these watches make very fine gifts.
You can find a lot of variety made up of different precious metals, in a lot of different colours studded with precious stones.
If you are looking for something different for someone special these watches will be a unique gift because of the history and the marvel it is bringing along with it.
However nowadays fame of pocket watches has come down to a level of a gift piece that we place in our showcases.
The history of watches began in 16th century.
The inventor of this marvel device is Peter Henlein.
The early vintage models were squarer in design, later it started appearing in all variety of size and shapes.
In the earlier ages the elite class could afford a watch, and being an owner of a watch was considered as a symbol of authority, wealth and status.
In 17th century these watches were carefully tailored in unique styles and designs.
Often they were studded with diamonds and precious stones and were given as gifts.
They were also handed over from one generation to another with other traditional valuables.
Early 19th century was considered as the golden period of these long chain watches.
The famous brands like Ulysse Nardin, Minerva, Heuer, IWC and many others started establishing during that period.
This period was also marked the beginning of industrial production of watches.
During the beginning of 20th century lot of standardization occurred in the industry.
Quality certification was introduced during this period based on the precision and the design.
But late 20th century was not a good period for pocket watches.
The rapid growth in popularity of wristwatches had huge impact on the pocket watch industry.
Slowly they began to fade and made their position as a collectable.
Today there are hundreds different varieties of makes and designs available which resembles the famous antique models.
For people who want to try out something different and special, these watches make very fine gifts.
You can find a lot of variety made up of different precious metals, in a lot of different colours studded with precious stones.
If you are looking for something different for someone special these watches will be a unique gift because of the history and the marvel it is bringing along with it.