Original 1893 Elgin 18 Size 7 Jewels, 24hr Dial, Nice Gold Filled Case, Serviced
1893 Elgin National Watch Company, U. 18 size, seven jewels stem wind & set large antique pocket watch in excellent looking and running condition. The movement was professionally serviced recently, runs strong & keeps good time. The serial number on the grade 73 movement is 5366691 which dates it to 1893. The full plate seven jewel movement has a safety pinion and nice engraving on the balance arm. The single sunk porcelain enameled 24 hour dial with roman numerals is in very good condition with some light hairlines, and the deep blued steel hands are in fine condition. The crystal is a brand new G-S high dome acrylic model. The original Keystone Cyclone hinged cover model rolled gold filled case is in excellent condition for its age with light pocket wear, no dents. There are small, faded initials on the back which are not very noticeable looks like B. Please see the picture. The approximate case measurements are 2-1/4 inches in diameter (not including the bow & crown) x 3/4 inch thick including the crystal. The hinges work fine and the covers snap shut tight. The bow and winding crown are in very good condition with light wear. Included with your watch is a modern 12-3/4 inches long gold plated chain with nice large links. This is a nice original early timepiece that is well preserved. Great for everyday use, or would make a fine gift! Also great for Re-enactors. My pictures have many shadows, reflections and dust spots that will be cleaned; the watch looks fine in person! Please note that an antique watch may not be as accurate as a modern watch. Also realize that these early watches are not guaranteed to be shock proof, water resistant or waterproof. We cannot guarantee a watch that has been tampered with. INTERNATIONAL BUYERS International payments must be by Pay Pal to confirmed addresses only. Charges for their country. The Post Office rates may be expensive, which is beyond our control. Thanks for looking and please check out our other auctions, we will be listing more items soon! The item “Original 1893 Elgin 18 Size 7 Jewels, 24hr Dial, Nice Gold Filled Case, Serviced” is in sale since Monday, June 25, 2018. This item is in the category “Jewelry & Watches\Watches, Parts & Accessories\Pocket Watches\Antique”. The seller is “jimariantiques” and is located in Prospect, Connecticut. This item can be shipped worldwide.
- Number of Jewels: 7 Jewels
- Model: Grade 73
- Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
- Style: Dress/Formal
- Escapement Type: Lever
- Pocket Watch Size: 18
- Material: Gold Filled
- Movement: Mechanical (Hand-winding)
- Metal: Gold Filled
- Features: Chain included
- Year of Manufacture: 1890-1899
- Closure: Open Face
- Brand: Elgin
- Serial Number: 5366691