Jacob & Co. is among the most prestigious traditional creators of timepieces in New York City. The company's watches are indeed popular with collectors — Jacob & Co. is noted for multicolored-gemstone designs, oversized complications, and its unusual take on forms and features, such as watch faces with complex, asymmetrical shapes and bezels accented with bold color schemes.
Jacob & Co. was founded by designer Jacob Arabo. Arabo immigrated to the United States from Soviet Uzbekistan as a teenager. He later graduated from a New York jewelry design school in 1981.
In 1986, he opened Jacob & Co. on the one-block stretch of 47th Street in Manhattan known as the Diamond District. From the beginning, he focused on opulent jewelry instead of more conventional items, like rings and simple necklaces. Arabo’s risk paid off, and demand for his products grew, including among pop and hip-hop artists like Jay-Z and 50 Cent.
In 2004, Jacob & Co. moved its operations to 57th Street, joining such renowned neighbors as Swiss watchmaker Audemars Piguet and Italian jewelry house Bulgari. The company soon shifted its focus to high-end watches and opened a facility in Switzerland dedicated to watchmaking. Arabo applied the same visionary sensibilities to timepieces that he had brought to his jewelry, with each creation merging function with sculptural form.
Over the next two decades, Jacob & Co. engaged in several major collaborations, including with Paramount Studios in 2019 and NBCUniversal in 2020. In 2021, Jacob & Co. became the first top-tier watchmaking brand to accept cryptocurrency and to offer NFTs.
Jacob & Co. continues to produce lavish, elite timepieces. Its clients include Naomi Campbell and David Beckham, who have acted as brand ambassadors.
On 1stDibs, explore the selection of dynamic Jacob & Co. watches, earrings, pendant necklaces and more.
Chopard 18 Karat White Gold Diamond and Mother of Pearl Watch
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
This Chopard Watch is 18K White Gold, and boasts and Diamond and Mother of Pearl Watch face
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$25,600Sale Price|20% Off
Chopard Happy Sport 2 Carat Diamond Mother of Pearl Stainless Steel Watch
By Chopard
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite Chopard Happy Sport timepiece,epitomizes luxury and playful elegance. The watch features a striking 36mm stainless steel case surrounding a luminous mother-of-pearl di...
Diamond, Pearl, Stainless Steel, Steel
Diamonds Pave Dial Luxury Swiss Quartz Exotic Watch 0.77 Tcw
By Effy
Located in Tysons, VA
· Quality Swiss-Quartz movement guarantees precision timing · Mother-of-Pearl dial micro-paved with diamonds and gemstones enhances any dress style · Scratch-resista...
Diamond, Quartz, Stainless Steel
Diamonds Pave Dial Luxury Swiss Quartz Exotic Watch 0.64 Tcw
By Effy
Located in Tysons, VA
· Quality Swiss-Quartz movement guarantees precision timing · Mother-of-Pearl dial micro-paved with diamonds and gemstones enhances any dress style · Scratch-resista...
Diamond, Quartz, Stainless Steel
Philip Teslar Dual Time Zone Diamond Ladies Watch - Stainless Steel Quartz
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Philip Teslar Model: Dual Time Zone Movement: Quartz Warranty: 1 year Metal Content: Stainless Steel Stone Information Natural Diamonds Fastening Type: Buckle Clasp Featur...
Steel, Stainless Steel
White Sapphires Pave Dial Luxury Swiss Quartz Exotic Watch
By Effy
Located in Tysons, VA
· Quality Swiss-Quartz movement guarantees precision timing · Mother-of-Pearl dial micro-paved with diamonds and gemstones enhances any dress style · Scratch-resi...
Quartz, Sapphire, Stainless Steel
Sapphires & Diamonds Pave Dial Luxury Swiss Quartz Exotic Watch
By Effy
Located in Tysons, VA
· Quality Swiss-Quartz movement guarantees precision timing · Mother-of-Pearl dial micro-paved with diamonds and gemstones enhances any dress style · Scratch-resista...
Diamond, Quartz, Sapphire, Stainless Steel
Geneve "Supreme"14k White Gold & Diamond Ladies Watch
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Description / Condition: All watches have been professionally scrutinized and serviced prior to being offered for sale. Gold Content: 14k yellow gold, total gold weight 36.1 grams....
Diamond, White Gold
Chanel J12 White Ceramic Watch Diamond Bezel Stainless Steel 33mm 6" Small Wrist
By Chanel
Located in Northbrook, IL
Here we have a CHANEL J12 watch, a sophisticated piece of luxury. This exquisite timepiece embodies Chanel's commitment to elegance and precision. **Specifics** - Brand: Chanel - Mo...
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Michele Urban Diamond & Stainless Steel Watch
By Michele
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Ladies' large Michele urban diamond chronograph watch in stainless steel. Quartz movement. Keeps good time. Mother of pearl dial. The case size is 35mm by 28mm. Measures 6 inches in ...
Diamond, Steel, Stainless Steel
Tessco Ladies White Gold Diamond manual wind Wristwatch
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Movement: mechanical, manual wind Function: hours, minutes Case: 14k white gold 17mm case, round diamond accents around case Diamonds: 0.32 carats, G-H in c...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Brunvil 14 Karat White Gold Deco Watch
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Movement: manual Function: hours, minutes Case: 14k white gold case Band: gold filled filigree stretch Dial: cream Arabic Serial: 157XXX Does not come with box or papers Guaranteed ...
14k Gold, White Gold
Bedat & Co. Stainless Steel No. 7 26mm
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Movement: automatic Function: hours, minutes Case: 26mm, scratch resistant crystal, push/pull crown Dial: silver guilloche roman Band: stainless steel Reference: 710 Serial: 1XXX ...
Stainless Steel
Quinting Stainless Steel Cyclone 38mm
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Manufacturer: Quinting Movement: gravity Function: hours, minutes, seconds Case: 38mm round stainless steel case, smooth bezel Dial: transparent dial Bracelet: red leather strap with...
Stainless Steel
Breitling Stainless Steel Colt Lady Diamond Bezel 33mm
By Breitling
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Movement: quartz, Cal. 77 Function: hours, minutes, seconds, date Case: round 33mm stainless steel, diamond bezel, rider tabs Bracelet: stainless steel Dial: silver index, Arabic 6-1...
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Bell & Ross Stainless Steel and White Ceramic Aviation 39mm
By Bell & Ross
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Movement: quartz Function: hours, minutes, small seconds Case: 39mm white ceramic square case, stainless steel diamond bezel, scratch resistant sapphire crystal, push-pull crown Ban...
Diamond
