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Legends of the West: Western & Native American Sale

Sat, Sep 23, 2023 11:00AM EDT
Lot 507

1904 Elgin Grade 280 Pocket Watch & Gold Case

Estimate: $200 - $400

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$50 $10
$100 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $250
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$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000
For your consideration is this 1904 Elgin Grade 280 pocket watch set in a Brooklyn Watch Case Company 10k gold filled 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, "10126356" indicating it was made in 1904. The pocket watch is a grade 280, 17 ruby jewel, size 16s, model 9 and features a nickel movement finish, bridge plate with gilt inlays and a gold center wheel. This watch is railroad graded with a Class A grade. The pocket watch is set in a Brooklyn Watch Case Company case that is 10k gold filled with a 20 year guarantee with the stamped serial number reading, "7531407". The watch ticks but can not be wound. The pocket watch is in good overall condition with wear to the case from its age and use over the years but no signs of obvious damage are noted. The watch measures 2 1/8" in diameter and 2 5/8" in height. The weight of the watch is 100 grams.

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