1881 ELGIN
Grade 10
11 Jewels
Pocket Watch
This is an antique timepiece: a vintage Elgin pocket watch from 1887. It is a manual-winding watch that features an original Elgin caliber grade 10 movement with 11 jewels, size 18s, model 3, and class 5. The movement includes a lever set mechanism, and a sub-second dial. Proudly made in the U.S.A.
Original white ceramic dial with large, bold Roman numerals, black railroad minute track, and large blue-steel hands, providing an easy-to-read and functional design. The sub-second dial is located at the 6 o'clock position. The dial is signed with Elgin Nat'l. Watch Co. on top.
Housed in a 50.4mm round hunter case, the watch features an engraved design and a double-hinged back (cuvette). All in 10K yellow gold filled. The crown is located at 3 o'clock.
After more than 135 years, this pocket watch is in good condition. Runs very well and keeps great time!
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*The pocket watch holder is not included with the purchase of this pocket watch.
Movement: | Case Back Markings: | Measurements (mm): |
Elgin Nat'l. Watch Co. Elgin, IL Serial Number 2023501
| 1014388
| Case Diameter 50.4 Case w/Crown 68.2 Case Thickness 18.8
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Vintage watches are traditionally smaller than today's watches. Men’s watches typically measure between 29-36mm wide (some larger, some smaller) excluding the crown. In the listing details we typically try to do our best to list all pertinent dimensions of a watch. If you don't see it, or we failed to do so, please reach out to us. Women’s watches from the 1900s-1970s were also much smaller than today's offerings. Please also feel free to ask any questions you have concerning size.
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The condition is pre-owned.
The item may show some signs of cosmetic wear, but it is fully operational, and functions as intended.
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