For your consideration is this 1898 Elgin National Watch Company pocket watch set in a Crescent Watch Case Company nickel alloy case. In 1864, the Elgin National Watch Company was established in Elgin, Illinois, as an American watch manufacturer. The business was renowned for its innovation and accuracy, using cutting-edge manufacturing processes to create dependable timepieces. Initially, Elgin concentrated on making pocket watches because they were in high demand. Elgin watches were created in a variety of looks and patterns to suit different tastes and preferences. Elgin increased its operations and started making wristwatches as the demand for them increased in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Sadly, in 1968 the Elgin National Watch Company stopped making watches, and in 1969 it was formally dissolved. The serial number inscribed alongside the movement is numbered, "7131098" indicating it was made in 1898. The pocket watch is a grade 180, 17 jewels of ruby, size 18s, model 7, variation B. W. Raymond and features a nickel movement finish, a full plate and a double skunk dial type. The watch is railroad graded. The watch is set in a nickel alloy Crescent Watch Case Company case. The serial number on the case reads, "73211" and reads "Pat. Apr. 17, 78 / Trade Mark". The watch does not tick and can not be wound. The watch shows good condition overall with the white watch face being cracked at the bottom, but no other signs of obvious damage are present. The watch measures 2 5/16" in diameter and 3" in height. The watch weighs 140.8 grams.