Mar 10 2026
Rare Elgin National Watch Co Pocket Watch Coin Silver Case c. 1877 Working
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Description This listing is for a rare antique Elgin National Watch Co. Pocket watch, dating to approximately 1877, housed in an original coin silver case. The watch is a genuine 19th-century mechanical timepiece and has been verified by serial number 2321449. The watch winds, runs, and sets correctly at the time of listing. All hands move as expected. Please note that this is a vintage mechanical watch and has not been recently serviced. Details. Maker: Elgin National Watch Co. Serial Number: 2321449. Approx. Year: Circa 1877. Movement: Mechanical, hand-wind. Jewels: 7. Case Material: Coin Silver (clearly stamped). Dial: Original white dial with Roman numerals. Seconds: Sub-seconds at 6 o’clock. Hands: Original blued steel. Origin: Made in USA? Condition. Winds, runs, and sets at time of listing. Dial shows age-related wear and light hairlines. Coin silver case shows honest patina and surface scratches from normal use. Crown, bow, and hinges are intact. Not water resistant Please review all photos carefully. Photos are part of the description and show the true condition of the watch. While it is currently running, vintage mechanical watches should be professionally serviced for long-term accuracy and reliability. No guarantees are made regarding timekeeping accuracy or power reserve due to the age of the watch. This is standard and expected for antique timepieces.