Watch By jjcbarry Jan 1, 1511 the Watch was invented by peter heinlen Jan 31, 1512 The first timepieces to be worn, made in 16th century Europe they were made as jewelry and novelties for nobility Jan 31, 1550 they were held together by wedges until the screw was added Jan 31, 1600 not until the 1600s was the watch not wore as a pendant Feb 1, 1657 the balance spring was invented Feb 1, 1765 the invenrion of the cronometers was added to watches Feb 1, 1785 the lever escapement was added to the watch by Josiah Emery
