Voted Forbes magazine’s “Best of the Web” consecutively since 2000. 1885 Sterling Silver Key Wind, Key Set. 18 Size Elgin Pocket Watch – SERVICED. The Elgin Watch Company was a grand endeavor from the moment it was conceived in 1864. Smoke from the Civil War had not yet cleared and businessmen were already being lured from Massachusetts’ Waltham Watch Company to organize and build a monumental watch factory in Elgin, Ill. By 1865, the company was organized and capitalized with half a million dollars, and unimaginable post-war sum. The company’s leaders thrust themselves into the industrial revolution and were, in a few short years, running the biggest pocket watch company in the world. By the middle of the Twentieth Century they also dominated the wristwatch world, producing, among other popular models the “Lord- and Lady Elgin” series distinguished by high-grade movements and progressive case designs. The workmanship of one of the world’s largest watch companies is certainly evident in this 1885 18s Elgin pocket watch. Its single-sunk porcelain dial, marked Elgin National Watch Co. Is in remarkably fine condition; in fact, the entire watch appears to have been carried very little. This watch was obviously owned by someone of means: With fancy thin hands, elongated Roman numerals and an outer minutes track, it still reflects to quiet grace and elegance of its first owner. Powering this heavy work of horological art is a 11 ruby jewel, full plate gilt movement with carved balance cock, marked Elgin National Watch Co. / patent pinion/Elgin, Ill. Is in fine “woodsman” period font. We’ve taken the liberty of professionally cleaning, oiling and calibrating the piece so that it keeps smooth, accurate time. The movement is in what appears to be its original solid silver case. Weighing in at an impressive 4 troy ounces of silver, it is quite crisp, marked Dueber/Newport/Coin. Included with the watch is what appears to be its original shepherd’s hook chain and watch key. As many of our fine buyers and repeat clients know, each day we offer a smattering of things we’ve picked up here and there, many fine watches and pieces of jewelry that for one reason or another we’ll not be offering on our Web site some new old stock! Watches this week include a’20s ladies antique watch or two,’30s Deco pieces, a’40s military style wristwatch, and fine Retro stainless steel wristwatches that are representative of a style thats becoming all the rage; as well as gold rings and vintage wire lug examples perfect for restoration. Coming up are sterling silver wristwatches and a few items dug out of the workbench drawer of a retired watchmaker or two. Don’t know anything about wristwatches? Have no idea about your grandfather’s railroad pocket watch? We’re one of the Web’s largest vintage wrist and pocket watch dealers and are delighted to answer any questions you have about the timepieces we offer or those heirlooms you’re unsure of. We extend a heartfelt invitation to see our other offerings and stop by to find out what’s next! You may reach us Monday through Saturday from 10 a. We take great pride in our images and item descriptions and are careful to note as much about an item as we can. If you have a question or would like to see the image of an item at another angle, we are happy to accommodate you. Please check our feedback; we try to be as accommodating as possible. Strickland Vintage Watches is a member of the. National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors. We invite you to find out more about us by clicking on our ME page! The item “1885 Solid Silver Key Wind, Key Set 18 Size Elgin Pocket Watch SERVICED” is in sale since Monday, June 13, 2016. This item is in the category “Jewelry & Watches\Watches, Parts & Accessories\Pocket Watches\Antique”. The seller is “strickland_vintage_watches” and is located in Tampa, Florida. This item can be shipped worldwide.
- Brand: Elgin
- Closure: Open Face
- Features: Includes Chain
- Serial Number: 1853741
- Age: Vintage (1920-1970)
- Case Material: Coin Silver
- Country Made: American
- Year of Manufacture: 1880-1889
- Material: Silver
