Apr 02 2026
Antique Vintage 1919 Waltham Pocket Watch Illinois Watch Co Gold Filled Case
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Antique/Vintage Waltham pocket watch. Case is stamped “Illinois Watch Case Co, Elgin Tivoli Gold Filled 14k Guaranteed”. Watch case is 48mm wide. Watch physical condition is beautiful for its age. It’s over 100 years old so it is not perfect but there are no dents or dings, just normal scratching in the case as should be expected with age. The watch crystal appears to be an amber colored acrylic and it easily pops off, if you plan on refurbishing the watch it would need to be replaced or glued down. The bow at the crown is missing. Watch operational condition is unknown. The watch does wind up, the gear train appears to be intact but appears maybe one of the jewels needs attention but I cannot confirm. I also cannot adjust the time. The balance wheel appears to be fine with no wobble that I can I see and it does spin but stops so it appears it has overbanked. I know the terms, but do not repair these items. If I go have this work done I will be asking much more. If you have questions or need additional photos, please let me know.