Nice Antique 1887 Elgin Nat’l Watch Co Pocket Watch with Key, winds and runs, Grade 97, 18S, 7J with Silveroid Hunter Case. Rescued this piece from and Estate Sale looking for a good home. See my other auctions for more unique items.
This is an antique Elgin pocket watch from 1909, with a sterling silver gilt case finish. It has a 7-jewel movement and is a size 6s. The dial color is white and it features a seconds hand and 12-hour dial. The watch is in working condition and has a mechanical (manual) movement. The Elgin Grade 289 model is a dress/formal style pocket watch that is suitable for both men and women. It is made of sterling silver and was manufactured in the United States. This item is perfect for collectors or those who appreciate vintage accessories. Monogrammed but we are unable to decipher the initials. Comes with the pocket watch case we found it with which is pretty interesting just by itself.
VINTAGE 1904 (Estimated) Elgin Illinois Grade 269, Model 2, Size 0, 7 Jewels, Ladies Hunter Pocket Watch in a Wadsworth Watch Case Co. Pilot 10K Gold-Filled Case. Comes with a 24 10K Gold Filled Pocket Watch Chain with Pearl Slider. Watch keeps excellent time. New hour hand and crystal. Watch is a family heirloom handed down to current 3rd generation. Original owner (Grandmother) lived on Long Island, NY, residing in West Sayville, NY. Engrave with initials “KL” for Kate Lieuwen born in Midsland, Terschelling, Holland. Kate’s picture is glued into back compartment, and we believe it was placed there after her early passing. I have chosen not to remove it. Watch will come with all discovered research material. Elgin Movement Serial Number: 10417491. Grade/Model Run 25 of 31. Elgin Nat’l Watch Co. Case Material: Gold Filled. Gold Content: 10K Gold.