Make offer rare vintage 1900 elgin pocket watch silver illinois case spartan usa ret. Hampden dueber watch company production dates by serial. Get the best deals on elgin pocket watches 18701879 when you shop the. Antique circa 1897 elgin coin silver hunter case pocket watch. Since you have to consider all aspect of all parts of the watch, it is easy to see that there are a large number of things to judge. Note that were using the serial number from the watch movement, not from the watch case. Elgin and hamilton are also prolific watch manufacturing companies who both. New listing large elgin pocket watch in coin silver full hunter 1888. I was hoping somebody could give me more information on the watch and how to determine the difference between gold and gold plated. For nearly 100 years the companys manufacturing complex in elgin, illinois, was the largest site dedicated to watchmaking in the world. Elgin shipped their first wristwatch in 1910, and later manufactured the first wrist watch to be qualified for railroad service, the grade 730a b. Check out our elgin pocket watch selection for the very best in unique or custom. You are viewing a very fine quality 14k gold hunting case pocket watch.
Elgin pocket watch big 18s from 1873 once upon a time. The elgin national watch company, commonly known as elgin watch company, was a major us watch maker from 1864 to 1968. Antique victorian waltham sterling silver pocket watch 1885 duration. When we know the origin of the product, we describe it in the auction listing. The purpose of this arrangement was that if the spring breaks, destructive recoil forces would not be applied to the vulnerable. All jewelry all newly listed all pocket watches all wrist watches american waltham ball e. For example, elgin was originally called the national watch company and all dials on elgin watches made before 1874 should be marked national watch co. For example, at the bottom of this web page is a table that can tell you approximately what year your watch was made.
Unfollow silver pocket watch elgin to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. This is a page of a small collection of antique silver and objects of vertu, a pages richly illustrated website offering all you need to know about antique silver, sterling silver, silverplate, sheffield plate, electroplate silver, silverware, flatware, tea services and tea complements, marks and hallmarks, articles, books, auction catalogs, famous silversmiths tiffany, gorham, jensen. View this item and discover similar for sale at 1stdibs manual winding nickel movement. Elgin model 2 multicolor case pocket watch 6 size 15 j. This is an 18 size elgin natl watchco pocket watch in coin silver hunting case. If you have a pocket watch made by one of these big names, you could be destined for a high figure sale. Classic elgin national watch company 16 size, open face pocket watch from 1895 in a case by the waltham watch company. Pocketwatches, 1927 elgin,waltham crescent,hamilton 992. Our wide selection is eligible for free shipping and free returns. We would like to show you a description here but the site wont allow us.
A watch with a dial that says elgin is obviously a replacement. A beautiful fiddle pattern tea spoon made by thomas stewart of elgin c. Elgin may have exported much of the remaining stock to england. Elgin silver antique pocket watches with 15 jewels ebay. This vintage antique pocketwatch is also came with a chain. The evaluation method detailed as mentioned in the general overview of how to evaluate a watch, there are four general aspects of a watch that effect its value and three major parts of a watch to evaluate, plus a lot of minor things. Antique 1897 elgin coin silver pocket watch dec 01. Early elgin export watches, 18701888 linkedin slideshare. Elgin antique pocket watches 18 pocket watch 18701879 year of. The company sold watches under the names elgin, lord elgin, and lady elgin. Beautiful elgin pocket watch in solid coin silver case. Pocket watch identification and value guide the spruce crafts. I saw many very knowlegable responses on this forum so i am going to see if anyone could give a price on a pocket watch i have, its a 1892 e. When you push the crown in the coin silver lid pops perfectly open to a 90 degree angle.
Antique 1879 waltham hunters pocket watch heavy sterling etsy. Elgin silversmiths a small collection of antique silver. How to determine the value of a pocket watch catawiki. Buy elgin silver pocket watches and get the best deals at the lowest prices on ebay. Has a very nice big ball crown, lever set and a clean no. A nice large, heavy and very old waltham pocket watch.
I was trying to determine if this is gold or gold plated. May 11, 2014 elgin may have exported much of the remaining stock to england. Elgin pocket watch very early key wind big 18 size 1873 140 years ago the elgin watch company, one of the largest and greatest watch companies in the world made this watch in america. What is the approximate value of a 1903 elgin pocket watch. Vintage 1894 elgin hunters pocket watch collectors weekly. The case has a flower and dragonfly etched to both sides. Howard elgin national hamilton hampden illinois other pocket watches rockford south bend. Jan 12, 20 beautiful elgin pocket watch in solid coin silver case. Elgin silversmiths a small collection of antique silver and. Throughout their history, the elgin national watch company was known for horological innovations. The watch is running but has not been tested for timekeeping. Antique pocket watch services antique swiss and american mechanical watch repair specialists since 1987 there are over 100 reasons why your swiss or american pocketwatch wont run. Original porcelain dial topped with a clean glass crystal.
An elgin watch co full hunter pocket watch, the circular white enamel dial signed elgin natl watch co. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. The movement is signed elgin natl watch co and the serial number 5364080 which dates it back to 1894. I think this particular watch is in a case that was modi. This silver hand graved masonic skull was made in paris around 1780. In many cases we do not know the origin of these goods. Waltham 18 size ps bartlett, silver swingout case c1879. One or more of its 200 parts may be broken, rusted, miscalibrated, unoriginal, previously improperly serviced, under lubricated or just plain tired. Store closures, insurance claims, misguided cargo, post office undeliverable packages or unclaimed merchandise. On sale antique, elgin, pocket watch, movement, sterling silver case. Well, except for the smaller ladies watches, which just have a logo. Antique silver elgin steam locomotive pocket watch.
The value of your 6size grade 118 11jewel elgin watch will depend largely on the case material and the condition of the watch. Antique 1879 chester solid silver fusee chronograph pocket. The case is heavily engraved on both sides, one side has a monogram in the engraving plate and the other side has a small castle engraved. The g w wheeler movement is 15 jewel keywind with original key. The spoon is in excellent condition with the letter m engraved on the top of the terminal. The rich history of the elgin national watch company originally the national watch co. Lets say you have a waltham watch with serial number 21,607,210 as shown in the photo below. I have not had this tested, but it appears to be a coin silver. Beautiful elgin pocket watch in solid coin silver case youtube. For nearly 100 years the companys manufacturing complex in elgin was the largest site dedicated to watch making in the world. Its worth noting here that only about 10% of cases ever sold were solid gold. This case is signed warranted coin silver trademark and.
Whether you are looking for a gift or pocket watches for sale on ebay, tips and advice about buying on ebay, watch winders, or just fascinating facts about pocket watch makers, like waltham, elgin, hampden, rolex, theyre all here. Antique 1921 sterling silver elgin pocket watch siz 12s 7 j. Great savings free delivery collection on many items. Antique 18 size pocket watches 18701879 for sale ebay. The hands are thin elgin pieces and the glass like all darlor pocket watches are glass and flawless. Big 1920 elgin mechanical pocket watch grade 288 7 jewels large 18s silver color. In 1958, they introduced the durabalance, an ingenious design for a freesprung balance. The elgin national watch company, commonly known elgin watch company, from 1864 until its closure in 1968 was a major us watch maker. Beautifully engraved swirl design on both front and back of the gold plated case 35mm diameter. Hampden dueber watch company production dates by serial number. The elgin national watch company was founded in 1864 in elgin, illinois as the national watch company, and some of the organizers were later to become the some of the biggest names in the american watch industry. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Exceptional estate 1879 illinois 18s full hunter pocket watch 14k gf.
Top quality antique 1879 rare chester solid silver fusee chronograph pocket watch. The circular face is white with black roman numerals, and has a second dial at the bottom of the face, both with blue hands. This watch features a circular foliate hunting case housing a white dial with black roman numeral hour indicators, slender black hands, a sunken seconds dial in the six oclock position, and imprinted with elgin natl watch co. Watch serial number information a lot of information can be determined about your elgin watch from just the serial number on the movement where the gears are. Although the pocket watch became near obsolete with the introduction. New listing 1909 elgin sidewinder pocket watch grade 290 7 jewels large 16s silver color. September 2014 52 classic elgin national watch company 16 size, open face pocket watch from 1895 in a case by the waltham watch company. Antique elgin coin silver pocket watch, great running condition unique patent. This is a wonderful vintage elgin gold pocket watch c. Presentation summarizing current state of my research into pocket watches made for export in the 1870s by the elgin national watch company. Vintage and antique elgin pocket watches collectors weekly. This illinois hunter case pocket watch was special for a railroad company. S elgim pocket watch sn 59088, it has a small real diamand and two small real rubbies in the engraving on the front.
The watch has a stem winding movement, grade 73, which is working nicely. This is a page of a small collection of antique silver and objects of vertu, a pages richly illustrated website offering all you need to know about antique silver, sterling silver, silverplate, sheffield plate, electroplate silver, silverware, flatware, tea services and tea complements, marks and hallmarks, silver marking system and silver hallmarks guide, articles, books, auction. Antique 1879 waltham hunters pocket watch heavy sterling. With a coin coin silver case monogrammed mkz and floral edges. Elgin and hamilton are also prolific watch manufacturing companies who both ceased business in the 60s. I dont know how to tell the difference and i dont want to acid test this. This is a 12 size by american standards so it is easy to slip in a vest pocket or in your favorite pair of jeans.
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