Vintage Illinois Watch Case Co. Elgin USA Pocket Watch. This lovely time piece is in great condition and is running. It has one scratch on the bottom left of face.
Comes from a smoke-free and pet friendly home. ANTIQUE Early 20th Century, Likely 1920s. 40mm Open Faced Pocket Watch. In Original 900 SILVER Case with Lion Stamp. 10 Ten Jewels, SWISS MADE. SERIAL NUMBER on Case 9891. Analog Mechanical Wind-up Movement. Cursive Arabic Numerals Display, Seconds Hand Window. Pocket watch is a testament to the art of traditional watchmaking, carrying the marks of time with grace. Signs of antique wear. Including scuffing, scratches, and a patina of age on the dial, crystal, and case. The metal shows evidence of tarnishing and wear, with some areas being bent or dinged. Despite these signs of a long life, the. Watch still winds and ticks. Though the winding mechanism feels tight and may require attention. Adjusting the time reveals that the minute and hour hands sometimes get stuck, indicating a need for servicing. The crystal bears scratches and small chips, while the back case has noticeable dings. The watch proudly states. The movement is marked with. Elida Watch Co, Swiss. The case diameter measures. With a dial diameter of. In a cursive style font elegantly mark the hours. History of the Elida Watch Company. Was established by J. Kobel in Fleurier, Switzerland. In 1916, the company was renamed Elida Watch Co. Kobel & Bilat, with Bilat joining as a new business partner1. The company later became Nouvelle Fabrique d’Horlogerie de la Montre Elida S. New Elida Watch Manufacturing Co. Elida watches were known for their Swiss craftsmanship and were often showcased at world exhibitions, such as the one in Barcelona in 1929. The brand continued to be listed under various entities, with the last known listing in 1973 as a brand of Kalela S. This particular Elida pocket watch, with its. 10-jewel movement and 900 silver case. Is appears to be from the early 20th century, likely 1920s based on my research. Marking indicates that the watch was calibrated for accuracy in two positions, a feature of quality timepieces of the era. And the overall design reflect the elegance and style of the period. We strongly recommend that this watch be serviced by a professional to assess its condition, make any necessary repairs, and adjust for accuracy. This piece is not just a timekeeper; it’s a slice of horological history that deserves to be preserved and cherished. Please take a moment to view the detailed photos and video included in the listing to appreciate the full character and condition of this vintage Elida pocket watch. It’s a remarkable find for collectors and enthusiasts alike. If you like watches, check out my other listings! (Absolutely NO post office boxes). Please note that we make every effort to describe the sizes of the items we are offering for sale. It is very common for the same person to wear different sizes from different designers and sometimes different sizes from the same designer. If we believe that the marked size differs from the measured size, it is explained in the listing. For example, we may say that something is slim fitting, full cut, or was taken in or let out from its original size. Please be sure to review the measurements provided in the listing, and bear in mind that measurements can vary slightly, depending on how the fabric is held. We make no guarantees that the item you are purchasing will fit you properly. The way we describe the condition that our items are in is based solely on our opinion of the item. Also, the actual color and/or contrast of any item may appear different in person, depending upon your computer screen’s color and brightness setting.
The glass has come loose from it and will need to be glued back on. It does tick but does not keep time. Needs a good cleaning. The case does not exactly fit it but is included. Good for repair or restore perhaps. Has some typical discoloring and marks from use and storage. Please contact me with any problems or questions and I will get back to you ASAP. Thank you for looking.
Here is a very old trench watch and wrist band. I shook it and wound it a little and it started running. Please see pictures no guarantees on it’s running condition. I believe the case is silver. Thank you for looking.
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