Are Elgin pocket watches worth anything?

It depends on the materials that the watches are made with, the significance of the model and the year of production. Railroad pocket watches can range from $200 to $5000.

Are Elgin watches worth anything?

Some Elgin watches can be worth as much as $5,000 because of their make, model and age. In most cases, though, Elgin watches sell in the $200-$500 range.

Are Elgin watches valuable?

Yes, Elgin watches are valuable. The American watchmaker’s timepieces are widely favored by collectors all over the world. Watch lovers won’t likely pay more than a few hundred dollars for a vintage model, while rare Elgin timepieces, especially Art Deco -era wristwatches sporting gold cases, will fetch much higher sums. Whether or not an antique Elgin watch is a good investment, however, will depend upon factors such as rarity, condition, materials and more.The Elgin National Watch Company was founded in Elgin, Illinois, in 1864 and was at one time the largest manufacturer of watches in the United States. In 1867, Elgin introduced its first watch — a pocket watch .In the late 1800s, the open-face pocket watch became a staple on the American railroad. It was a requirement for railway workers to wear a pocket watch, as the timepieces were responsible for keeping conductors on schedule. This was a boon to the watchmaking industry, with companies like Hamilton , Elgin and the Waltham Watch Company producing high-grade and workingman’s watches. So-called “railroad watches” were among the finest watches of the era, and Elgin railroad watches are coveted today by watch enthusiasts.As vintage watches of all kinds are making a comeback — even watchmakers such as Patek Philippe , Breitling and Omega are reissuing mid-century models — Elgin watches are in high demand on the secondary market.At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Buyers should keep in mind that the value of any investment is subject to fluctuation, and any investment decisions should be made according to the guidance of a financial advisor.Find vintage and antique Elgin watches on 1stDibs.

Antique Watches Elgin

Railroad Watch

Illinois Watch Company Pocket Watch

Swiss Elgin

Elgin American

Elgin Art Deco Watch

Elgin Pocket Watch Hunter Case

Elgin Pocket Watch Open Face

Elgin Wristwatches

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Early 1900s American Art Deco Antique Watches Elgin

Elgin White Gold Filled Watch with Flawless Original Dial from 1908

$1,850

Multi-Tone Gold Elgin Antique Pocket Watch

By Elgin

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

This beautiful Elgin multi-tone gold Mint 0 size pocket watch weighs 42.10 grams and is circa 1896

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Late 19th Century Antique Watches Elgin

Materials

Gold

Multi-Tone Gold Elgin Antique Pocket Watch

$1,695

Dm 1.5 in

Elgin Gold Filled Art Deco Watch circa, 1920 s

By Elgin

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL

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1920s American Art Deco Antique Watches Elgin

Materials

Gold-filled

Elgin Gold Filled Art Deco Watch circa, 1920 s

$1,300

Elgin Gold Filled Art Deco Cushion Shaped Watch circa 1925

By Elgin

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Cushion Shape METAL / MATERIAL

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1920s American Art Deco Antique Watches Elgin

Materials

Gold-filled

Elgin Gold Filled Art Deco Cushion Shaped Watch circa 1925

$1,050

Vintage Circa 1929 Elgin 14K Yellow Gold Filled Filigree Watch

By Elgin

Located in New York, NY

. Powered by a manual wind Elgin USA 17-jewel movement, this watch is a remarkable piece of horological

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1920s Art Deco Antique Watches Elgin

Materials

Gold-filled

Vintage Circa 1929 Elgin 14K Yellow Gold Filled Filigree Watch

$1,190

W 1.21 in

Victorian Elgin Railroad Pocket Watch 1915 Grade 293 Engraved Size 16

By Elgin

Located in Dearborn, MI

Victorian Elgin Railroad Pocket Watch 1915 Grade 293 Engraved Size 16 Elgin Pocketwatch All

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1910s Victorian Antique Watches Elgin

Victorian Elgin Railroad Pocket Watch 1915 Grade 293 Engraved Size 16

$254

Elgin B.W. Raymond Pocket Watch 21 Jewels, Gold Filled

By Elgin

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

Elgin B.W. Raymond open face pocket watch. 10k gold filled case. Size 16, 21 jewels with 8

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Mid-19th Century Antique Watches Elgin

Materials

10k Gold, Gold-filled

Elgin B.W. Raymond Pocket Watch 21 Jewels, Gold Filled

$620

Elgin Gold Filled Pocket Watch with Unique Floral Engraving, circa 1907

By Elgin

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: 6 Size METAL / MATERIAL: Gold Filled CIRCA

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Early 1900s Swiss Antique Watches Elgin

Materials

Gold-filled

Elgin Gold Filled Pocket Watch with Unique Floral Engraving, circa 1907

$1,150

Elgin 14K Gold Open-Face Pocket Watch 21-Jewel Movement, circa 1899

By Elgin

Located in Miami, FL

A superb Elgin 14K solid gold open-face pocket watch, featuring a rare and highly desirable 21

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1890s American Antique Watches Elgin

Materials

14k Gold

Elgin 14K Gold Open-Face Pocket Watch 21-Jewel Movement, circa 1899

$6,796 Sale Price

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Elgin Gold Filled Enamel Inlayed Art Deco Watch circa 1920 s

By Elgin

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: Gold-Filled

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1920s American Art Deco Antique Watches Elgin

Materials

Gold-filled

Elgin Gold Filled Enamel Inlayed Art Deco Watch circa 1920 s

$1,800

Elgin Gold Filled Pocket Watch with Unique Floral and Initials Engraving 1900s

By Elgin

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Pendant Style METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold

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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Watches Elgin

Elgin Gold Filled Pocket Watch with Unique Floral and Initials Engraving 1900s

$975

Elgin Pocket Watch Gold Plated Working 15 Jewels 11066484 Year 1905, 49mm

By Elgin

Located in San Diego, CA

Elgin Pocket Watch Gold Plated Working 15 Jewels 11066484 Year 1905, 49mm This vintage Elgin

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Early 1900s American Edwardian Antique Watches Elgin

Materials

Gold Plate

Elgin Pocket Watch Gold Plated Working 15 Jewels 11066484 Year 1905, 49mm

$440 Sale Price

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D 0.56 in Dm 1.93 in

Elgin National 14K Yellow Gold Pocket Watch w Chain Elks Tooth Fob

By Elgin

Located in Mount Kisco, NY

pocket watch is size 18 and Elgin number 4396998 with case number 18280. It has a pristine 17 jeweled

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1890s American Antique Watches Elgin

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Elgin National 14K Yellow Gold Pocket Watch w Chain Elks Tooth Fob

$12,000

Antique 14 Karat Yellow Gold Engraved Case Elgin Pocket Watch, circa 1895

By Elgin

Located in Manhasset, NY

Antique Elgin Pocket Watch 14K Yellow Gold Pocket Watch, front and back of case are intricately

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Early 19th Century Victorian Antique Watches Elgin

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 14 Karat Yellow Gold Engraved Case Elgin Pocket Watch, circa 1895

$3,150

Dm 1.34 in

Elgin 14Kt Solid White Gold Art Deco Watch with Original Dial circa 1926

By Elgin

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Cushion Shape METAL / MATERIAL

Category

1920s American Art Deco Antique Watches Elgin

Materials

White Gold

Elgin 14Kt Solid White Gold Art Deco Watch with Original Dial circa 1926

$1,775 / item

Elgin Pocket Watch Silverode Heavy Working 7 Jewel Year 1921, 59mm Open Case

By Elgin

Located in San Diego, CA

Elgin 1921 pocket watch with a 59mm case made of silverode and is 20mm thick. Heavy watch with a

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1920s American Modern Antique Watches Elgin

Materials

Silver

Elgin Pocket Watch Silverode Heavy Working 7 Jewel Year 1921, 59mm Open Case

$648

D 0.79 in Dm 2.33 in

Elgin Solid 14Kt. White Gold Pocket Watch with Famous Jewelry Store Enamel Dial

By Elgin

Located in Long Beach, CA

, Elgin was producing over two million watches per year, more than any other watch factory in the world

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1920s American Art Deco Antique Watches Elgin

Materials

14k Gold, White Gold

Elgin Solid 14Kt. White Gold Pocket Watch with Famous Jewelry Store Enamel Dial

$2,450

Elgin 52mm 1906 Pocket Watch, 17 Jewel Serviced 30-Day Warranty, Serial 12195791

By Elgin

Located in San Diego, CA

This stunning 1906 53mm Elgin pocket watch features a white face and is crafted with precision and

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Early 1900s North American Modern Antique Watches Elgin

Elgin 52mm 1906 Pocket Watch, 17 Jewel Serviced 30-Day Warranty, Serial 12195791

$720 Sale Price

28% Off

W 2.05 in

Elgin 14Kt. Solid Gold Cushion Shaped Early Wrist Watch High Grade from 1896

By Elgin

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Cushion Shape METAL / MATERIAL: 14k Solid

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1890s North American Antique Watches Elgin

Elgin 14Kt. Solid Gold Cushion Shaped Early Wrist Watch High Grade from 1896

$7,500

Antique Ladies Hunter Elgin 4 Color Gold Pocket Watch and 18k Gold Chain

By Elgin

Located in New York, NY

This exquisite Antique 14k four color gold hunter case pocket watch made by the Elgin Company

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Early 1900s American Late Victorian Antique Watches Elgin

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Ladies Hunter Elgin 4 Color Gold Pocket Watch and 18k Gold Chain

$12,475

H 0.09 in Dm 0.63 in

Elgin 10K Gold-Filled Vintage Wristwatch

By Elgin

Located in Wailea, HI

tapered gold hands that enhance its classic appeal. Inside, the watch is powered by the dependable Elgin

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Watches Elgin

Elgin 10K Gold-Filled Vintage Wristwatch

$985

Elgin White Gold Filled Art Deco Manual Wristwatch, circa 1926

By Elgin

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL

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1920s American Art Deco Antique Watches Elgin

Elgin White Gold Filled Art Deco Manual Wristwatch, circa 1926

$3,000

Elgin Chromium Finished New Old Stock in the Box, circa 1929

By Elgin

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Cushion Shape METAL / MATERIAL: Steel on

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1920s American Art Deco Antique Watches Elgin

Elgin Chromium Finished New Old Stock in the Box, circa 1929

$1,800

Elgin 14Kt. Gold Hunters Case Pocket with Kiln Fired Enamel Dial from 1887

By Elgin

Located in Long Beach, CA

durability. The Elgin Watch Company also played a major role in the development of the pocket watches for the

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1880s American Antique Watches Elgin

Elgin 14Kt. Gold Hunters Case Pocket with Kiln Fired Enamel Dial from 1887

$2,250

White Gold Art Deco Converted Watch Pendant - 14k Vintage Not Running

By Elgin

Located in Greensboro, NC

): 1.8mm Weight: 18 Grams Stamps: Elgin Condition: Pre-Owned Condition Note: This vintage watch is not

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1920s Antique Watches Elgin

Materials

14k Gold, White Gold

White Gold Art Deco Converted Watch Pendant - 14k Vintage Not Running

$720

Elgin for Shreve Co. San Francisco Enamel Dial Wristwatch, 1910

By Shreve Co.

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company movement made For Shreve & Co San Francisco STYLE / REFERENCE

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Early 20th Century Swiss Antique Watches Elgin

Materials

Mixed Metal

Elgin for Shreve Co. San Francisco Enamel Dial Wristwatch, 1910

$1,800

W 1.26 in L 1.34 in

Beautiful Art Deco Green Black Elgin American EAM Ladies Makeup Mirror Compact

By Elgin American Mfg Co.

Located in Red Lion, PA

Watch Company, long renowned for its precision timepieces. By the 1930s and 1940s, Elgin American

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1920s American Art Deco Antique Watches Elgin

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Beautiful Art Deco Green Black Elgin American EAM Ladies Makeup Mirror Compact

$250

H 0.38 in Dm 2.25 in

The White Boat, Edgartown

By Jane Peterson

Located in Bryn Mawr, PA

spontaneous movement. Born in Elgin, Illinois, Peterson was the second daughter of a watchmaker for the Elgin

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1910s American Impressionist Antique Watches Elgin

Materials

Watercolor, Gouache, Board

Jane Peterson
The White Boat, Edgartown, c. 1916

$140,000

H 18 in W 24 in

Hampden Yellow Gold Scalloped Case Manual Winding Pocket Watch

By Elgin

Located in Dallas, TX

Hampden 14k Yellow Gold Scalloped Case Manual Winding Pocket Watch. Elaborately engraved yellow

Category

Early 1900s Antique Watches Elgin

Materials

14k Gold

Hampden Yellow Gold Scalloped Case Manual Winding Pocket Watch

$2,300

Recent Sales

Vintage Elgin Cushion-Shaped Watch, 1929

By Elgin

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1929 Vintage Elgin wristwatch. 14K White Gold filled, cushion-style case. Powered by a 7-jewel

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1920s American Antique Watches Elgin

Antique Elgin Cushion-Shaped Watch, 1929

Vintage Elgin Cushion-Shaped Watch, 1929

1884 Elgin Silverode Open Face Pocket Watch, Size 18S

By Elgin

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Beautiful antique Elgin pocket watch with white dial including blue hands and dedicated seconds

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19th Century American Modern Antique Watches Elgin

1884 Elgin Silverode Open Face Pocket Watch, Size 18S

Antique Elgin 14 Karat Gold and Diamond Pocket Watch

By Elgin

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This beautiful antique Elgin pocket watch circa 1895 is a true collectible. The hunting case has an

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Late 19th Century American Late Victorian Antique Watches Elgin

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Antique Elgin 14 Karat Gold and Diamond Pocket Watch

1916 Elgin Gold-Filled Open Face Pocket Watch, Size 6S

By Elgin

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Beautiful antique Elgin pocket watch with white dial including cobalt blue hands. Yellow gold

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1910s American Art Nouveau Antique Watches Elgin

Materials

Gold-filled

1916 Elgin Gold-Filled Open Face Pocket Watch, Size 6S

1905 Elgin Antique Nickel Open Face Pocket Watch, Size 12

By Elgin

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Beautiful antique Elgin pocket watch with off-white dial. Black hands and a dedicated seconds dial

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Early 1900s American Art Deco Antique Watches Elgin

1905 Elgin Antique Nickel Open Face Pocket Watch, Size 12

Antique Screw Back Gold-Plated Pocket Watch Signed Elgin Nat’l Watch Co. USA

By Elgin

Located in Carlisle, GB

Antique ScrewbackGold Plated Pocket Watch Signed Elgin Nat’l Watch Co. U. S. A. This beautiful

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Early 1900s American Antique Watches Elgin

Materials

Gold Plate, Enamel

Antique Screw Back Gold-Plated Pocket Watch Signed Elgin Nat’l Watch Co. USA

Elgin B.W. Raymond Gold Fill Pocket Watch 2.21.28 E092682 Case

By Elgin

Located in Surfside, FL

Elgin National Watch Company B.W. Raymond in gold fill. Manual. 16 size/50 mm case size. 21 Jewels

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Early 1900s Antique Watches Elgin

Materials

Gold-filled

Elgin B.W. Raymond Gold Fill Pocket Watch 2.21.28 E092682 Case

H 1.97 in W 1.97 in

Elgin Double Roller Gold Fill Father Time Pocket Watch 4396587 Case

By Elgin

Located in Surfside, FL

" Fine Pre-owned Elgin Watch. Certified preowned Classic Elgin Double Roller Father Time watch. This

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Early 1900s Antique Watches Elgin

Materials

Gold-filled

Elgin Double Roller Gold Fill Father Time Pocket Watch 4396587 Case

H 1.97 in W 1.97 in

1926 Elgin Gold-Filled Antique Open Face Pocket Watch, Size 12

By Elgin

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Beautiful antique Elgin pocket watch with champagne colored dial. Blue hands and a dedicated

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1920s American Art Nouveau Antique Watches Elgin

Materials

Gold-filled

1926 Elgin Gold-Filled Antique Open Face Pocket Watch, Size 12

Antique Elgin 18k Yellow Gold Mini Hunter Pocket Watch, Size 0S

By Elgin

Located in Sherman Oaks, CA

Beautiful Antique Elgin Pocket Watch w/ White Dial Including Gold Color Hands & Dedicated Second

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Early 1900s American Modern Antique Watches Elgin

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Elgin 18k Yellow Gold Mini Hunter Pocket Watch, Size 0S

Vintage Elgin Cushion-Shaped 10 Karat Yellow Gold Filled Watch, 1925

By Elgin

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1925 Vintage Elgin 10k Yellow Gold Filled Cushion Shaped Art Deco Trimmed Case watch with Original

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1920s American Antique Watches Elgin

Vintage Elgin Cushion-Shaped 10 Karat Yellow Gold Filled Watch, 1925

1910 s Elgin Gold-Filled Antique Open Face Pocket Watch, Size 16S

By Elgin

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Beautiful antique Elgin pocket watch with white dial. Blue hands and dedicated seconds dial. Gold

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1910s American Modern Antique Watches Elgin

Materials

Gold-filled

1910 s Elgin Gold-Filled Antique Open Face Pocket Watch, Size 16S

1920 s Elgin Gold-Filled Antique Open Face Pocket Watch, Size 12

By Elgin

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Beautiful antique Elgin pocket watch with white dial. Blue hands and a dedicated seconds dial. Gold

Category

1920s American Art Nouveau Antique Watches Elgin

Materials

Gold-filled

1920 s Elgin Gold-Filled Antique Open Face Pocket Watch, Size 12

1880 s Elgin Gold-Filled Antique Open Face Pocket Watch, Size 10S

By Elgin

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Beautiful antique Elgin pocket watch with white dial. Black hands and a dedicated seconds dial

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1880s American Art Deco Antique Watches Elgin

Materials

Gold-filled

1880 s Elgin Gold-Filled Antique Open Face Pocket Watch, Size 10S

1920 s Elgin Gold-Filled Decagon Open Face Pocket Watch, Size 12S

By Elgin

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Beautiful antique Elgin pocket watch with off-white dial including blue hands and dedicated second

Category

1920s American Art Deco Antique Watches Elgin

Materials

Gold-filled

1920 s Elgin Gold-Filled Decagon Open Face Pocket Watch, Size 12S

Elgin Antique Open Face Gold Filled Pocket Watch Gr 27 15 Jewel

By Elgin

Located in Sherman Oaks, CA

Beautiful Antique Elgin Pocket Watch w/ White Dial Including Black Hands & Dedicated Second Dial

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Late 19th Century American Antique Watches Elgin

Elgin Antique Open Face Gold Filled Pocket Watch Gr 27 15 Jewel

Elgin Full Hunter Gold Filled Pocket Watch 11 Jewels 1888 Gr: 102

By Elgin

Located in Sherman Oaks, CA

Beautiful Antique Elgin Pocket Watch w/ White Dial Including Cobalt Blue Hands & Dedicated Second

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Late 19th Century American Antique Watches Elgin

Elgin Full Hunter Gold Filled Pocket Watch 11 Jewels 1888 Gr: 102

Heavy 14 Karat Gold Full Engraved Full Hunter Case Elgin Antique Pocket Watch

By Elgin

Located in Carlisle, GB

A Heavy 14K Gold Fully Engraved Case Full Hunter Elgin Antique Pocket Watch. This beautiful watch

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Early 20th Century American Antique Watches Elgin

Materials

14k Gold, Enamel, Gold

Heavy 14 Karat Gold Full Engraved Full Hunter Case Elgin Antique Pocket Watch

Elgin Open Face 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pocket Watch 15 Jewel Grade 315

By Elgin

Located in Sherman Oaks, CA

Beautiful Antique Elgin Pocket Watch w/ White Dial Including Gold Hands & Dedicated Second Dial 14k

Category

Early 20th Century American Antique Watches Elgin

Materials

14k Gold

Elgin Open Face 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pocket Watch 15 Jewel Grade 315

Elgin 14 Karat Multi-Color Gold 17-Jewel Antique Pocket Watch Full Hunter

By Elgin

Located in Sherman Oaks, CA

Beautiful Antique Elgin Pocket Watch w/ Ornate Cobalt Blue Hands & Dedicated Second Dial 14k Solid

Category

Early 20th Century American Antique Watches Elgin

Materials

14k Gold

Elgin 14 Karat Multi-Color Gold 17-Jewel Antique Pocket Watch Full Hunter

Elgin Open-Face 14 Karat Gold Antique Pocket Watch Gr 364 12S 15J 1910

By Elgin

Located in Sherman Oaks, CA

Beautiful Antique Elgin Pocket Watch w/ White Dial Including Cobalt Blue Hands & Dedicated Second

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Early 20th Century American Antique Watches Elgin

Materials

14k Gold

Elgin Open-Face 14 Karat Gold Antique Pocket Watch Gr 364 12S 15J 1910

Vintage Elgin 14k White Gold Women s Hand-Winding Art Deco Watch w/ Silk Band

By Elgin

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Model #105881 Movement #32662496 Does Not Include Box or Papers This watch is guaranteed authentic

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Watches Elgin

Materials

White Gold

Vintage Elgin 14k White Gold Women s Hand-Winding Art Deco Watch w/ Silk Band

Elgin Open Face 14 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Pocket Watch Gr 315 12s 15 Jewel

By Elgin

Located in Sherman Oaks, CA

Beautiful Antique Elgin Pocket Watch w/ White Dial Including Blue Hands & Dedicated Second Dial 14K

Category

Early 20th Century American Antique Watches Elgin

Materials

14k Gold

Elgin Open Face 14 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Pocket Watch Gr 315 12s 15 Jewel

Elgin Open Face 14 Karat Yellow GF Antique Pocket Watch Gr 117 17 Jewel, 1897

By Elgin

Located in Sherman Oaks, CA

Beautiful Antique Elgin Pocket Watch w/ White Dial Including Blue/Black Hands 14K Yellow GF Case w

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Late 19th Century American Antique Watches Elgin

Materials

14k Gold

Elgin Open Face 14 Karat Yellow GF Antique Pocket Watch Gr 117 17 Jewel, 1897

Lady Elgin Ladies White Gold Diamond Art Deco manual Wristwatch

By Elgin

Located in Metairie, LA

From an elegant Southern estate. Circa 1930-1940. This gorgeous lady Elgin wristwatch has been

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Watches Elgin

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Lady Elgin Ladies White Gold Diamond Art Deco manual Wristwatch

W 0.6 in

Estate Elgin Pocket Watch

By Elgin

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful Victorian period Elgin pocket watch, circa 1899. This gold filled beauty has a 7 jewel

Category

1890s American Victorian Antique Watches Elgin

Materials

Gold-filled

Estate Elgin Pocket Watch

Dm 1.42 in

Elgin Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond Enamel Hunter Pocket Watch, circa 1988

By Elgin

Located in Toronto, ON

Very fine Gold, Enamel and Diamond, Ladies Hunter Pocket Watch Elgin C. 1888. The front cover of

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19th Century Antique Watches Elgin

Elgin Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond Enamel Hunter Pocket Watch, circa 1988

Elgin Nickel Watch

By Elgin

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Campaign Style / W. W. 1 Trench Watch METAL

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1910s American Art Nouveau Antique Watches Elgin

Elgin Nickel Watch

Elgin 18K Yellow Gold Hunter Case Pocket Watch

By Elgin

Located in Dallas, TX

Elgin 18K Yellow Gold Hunter Case Pocket Watch - Manual winding; Grade 65 . 18K Yellow gold ( 43 mm

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19th Century American Antique Watches Elgin

Elgin 18K Yellow Gold Hunter Case Pocket Watch

Elgin National Watch Co. Yellow Gold Massive Heavy Manual winding Pocket Watch

By Elgin

Located in Dallas, TX

Elgin National Watch Co. Massive Heavy Solid Yellow Gold 18s Manual winding Pocket Watch. Massive

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1880s Bermudian Antique Watches Elgin

Materials

14k Gold

Elgin National Watch Co. Yellow Gold Massive Heavy Manual winding Pocket Watch

Antique 14 Karat Gold Elgin Pocket Watch, circa 1895

By Elgin

Located in Braintree, GB

Antique 14k gold Elgin pocket watch, circa 1895. Case Ref : 020864 Movement Nr : 27456792 Display

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1890s Swiss Antique Watches Elgin

Materials

14k Gold

Antique 14 Karat Gold Elgin Pocket Watch, circa 1895

Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Hunters Case Pocket Watch, circa 1911

By Elgin

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin National Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Hunters Case / Pocket Watch METAL

Category

1910s American Antique Watches Elgin

Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Hunters Case Pocket Watch, circa 1911

Elgin Yellow and White Gold Art Deco Watch circa 1920

By Elgin

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Pocket / Right Hand Drivers Wrist Watch

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1920s Art Deco Antique Watches Elgin

Elgin Yellow and White Gold Art Deco Watch circa 1920

Elgin Coin Silver Pocket Watch Presented to Minister of China

By Elgin

Located in Dallas, TX

numerals and subsidiary seconds. circa 1869. The official Elgin ledger starts with serial No. 101 with

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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Watches Elgin

Materials

Silver

Elgin Coin Silver Pocket Watch Presented to Minister of China

Dm 2.09 in

Elgin Yellow Gold Ornate Box-Hinge Hunter Case Pocket Watch

By Elgin

Located in Wallkill, NY

The movement is marked Elgin National Watch Co, serial number 16654345, 15 jewels, and dates to

Category

Late 19th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Watches Elgin

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Elgin Yellow Gold Ornate Box-Hinge Hunter Case Pocket Watch

Elgin Pocket Watch, 14 Karat White Gold Filled, 1928, 17 Jewel

By Elgin

Located in San Diego, CA

Elgin Pocket Watch, 14k White Gold filled, 1928, 17 Jewel, 44 mm Case, Chronograph, Excellent

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1920s American Antique Watches Elgin

Elgin Pocket Watch, 14 Karat White Gold Filled, 1928, 17 Jewel

Vintage Gold-Plated Elgin Pocket Watch, Year 1883, Working, 11 Jewel

By Elgin

Located in San Diego, CA

Vintage Gold Plated Elgin Pocket Watch, Year 1883, Working, 11 Jewel, Size 8s, Hunting, Elgin

Category

1880s American Antique Watches Elgin

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage Gold-Plated Elgin Pocket Watch, Year 1883, Working, 11 Jewel

Dm 1.62 in

Elgin Gold-Filled Grade 102 Model 2 Manual Wind Pocket Watch

By Elgin

Located in Dallas, TX

preserved pocket watch, circa 1894.

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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Watches Elgin

Materials

Gold-filled

Elgin Gold-Filled Grade 102 Model 2 Manual Wind Pocket Watch

Dm 2.13 in

Elgin Gold-Filled Grade 102 Model 2 Manual Wind Pocket Watch

By Elgin

Located in Dallas, TX

preserved pocket watch, circa 1894.

Category

Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Watches Elgin

Materials

Gold-filled

Elgin Gold-Filled Grade 102 Model 2 Manual Wind Pocket Watch

Dm 2.13 in

Elgin Platinum and 14 Karat Solid Gold Art Deco Pocket Watch, 1930s

By Elgin

Located in Long Beach, CA

by Elgin Watch Company, one of America's premier watch factories. They produced modest watches as

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Watches Elgin

Materials

14k Gold, Platinum

Elgin Platinum and 14 Karat Solid Gold Art Deco Pocket Watch, 1930s

Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Open Faced Pocket Watch from 1906

By Elgin

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Co. STYLE / REFERENCE: Open Faced / 12 Size METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow

Category

Early 1900s American Art Deco Antique Watches Elgin

Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Open Faced Pocket Watch from 1906

Vintage Elgin Pocket Watch, Yellow Gold-Plated, Case, Year 1893, 7 Jewel

By Elgin

Located in San Diego, CA

Vintage Elgin Pocket Watch, Yellow Gold Plated, 52 mm Case, Year 1893, Seven Jewel, Size 16s, Model

Category

1890s American Antique Watches Elgin

Materials

Gold Plate, Yellow Gold

Vintage Elgin Pocket Watch, Yellow Gold-Plated, Case, Year 1893, 7 Jewel

Dm 2.05 in

Elgin Nickle Early Right Handed Drivers Watch Original Enamel Dial from 1907

By Elgin

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin National Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Drivers Style / Military METAL

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Early 1900s American Antique Watches Elgin

Elgin Nickle Early Right Handed Drivers Watch Original Enamel Dial from 1907

Elgin Two Color Gold High Grade Oversized Wrist Pocket Watch with Original Dial

By Elgin

Located in Long Beach, CA

watches. By 1890, Elgin was producing over two million watches per year, more than any other watch

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Watches Elgin

Elgin Two Color Gold High Grade Oversized Wrist Pocket Watch with Original Dial

Elgin 14 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Hand Wind Men s Pocket Watch Weight 110.53gm

By Elgin

Located in New York, NY

This pre-owned Elgin 14K pocket watch is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by a

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1920s American Antique Watches Elgin

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Yellow Gold

Elgin 14 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Hand Wind Men s Pocket Watch Weight 110.53gm

H 0.52 in Dm 2.05 in

Vintage Early 1900s Elgin Silver Pocket Watch, 17 Jewel, Signed B. W. Raymond

By Elgin

Located in San Diego, CA

Vintage Early 1900's Elgin Silver Pocket Watch, 17 Jewel, Signed B. W. Raymond, Chronograph, 54mm

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Early 1900s Unknown Antique Watches Elgin

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Silver

Vintage Early 1900s Elgin Silver Pocket Watch, 17 Jewel, Signed B. W. Raymond

Dm 2.13 in L 0.79 in

1924 Elgin Pocketwatch, Working, 21 Jewel, BW Raymond, Gold Filled

By Elgin

Located in San Diego, CA

1924 Elgin Pocketwatch, Working, 21 Jewel, BW Raymond, Gold Filled, 50mm, Adjusted 5pt, Elgin

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1920s Antique Watches Elgin

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Gold-filled

1924 Elgin Pocketwatch, Working, 21 Jewel, BW Raymond, Gold Filled

Dm 1.97 in

Elgin White Gold Filled Art Deco Wristwatch From 1926 with Original Strap

By Elgin

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Cushion Shape METAL / MATERIAL

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1920s American Art Deco Antique Watches Elgin

Elgin White Gold Filled Art Deco Wristwatch From 1926 with Original Strap

Elgin 14Kt. Gold Hunters Case Pocket with Kiln Fired Enamel Dial from 1887

By Elgin

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Hunters Case Pocket Watch METAL / MATERIAL

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1880s American Antique Watches Elgin

Elgin 14Kt. Gold Hunters Case Pocket with Kiln Fired Enamel Dial from 1887

Elgin 14 Karat White Gold Art Deco Cushion Shaped Pocket Watch

By American Waltham Watch Co.

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Open Faced Dress Watch METAL / MATERIAL

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1920s American Art Deco Antique Watches Elgin

Elgin 14 Karat White Gold Art Deco Cushion Shaped Pocket Watch

1886 14 Karat Gold Diamond Ladies Pocket Watch Pendant

By Elgin

Located in Birmingham, AL

This 14k gold pocket watch features a hunter's case which is hand engraved and decorated with a

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1880s American Victorian Antique Watches Elgin

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Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold

1886 14 Karat Gold Diamond Ladies Pocket Watch Pendant

W 1.5 in L 2 in

Hampden Yellow Gold Scalloped Case Manual Winding Pocket Watch

By Elgin

Located in Dallas, TX

Hampden 14k Yellow Gold Scalloped Case Manual Winding Pocket Watch. Elaborately engraved yellow

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Early 1900s Antique Watches Elgin

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14k Gold

Hampden Yellow Gold Scalloped Case Manual Winding Pocket Watch

Elgin Veritas 23 Jewel Railroad Pocket Watch with Up Down Indicator

By Elgin Clocks

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A recently serviced working pocket watch of the highest quality produced by Elgin. The model is

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1910s American Antique Watches Elgin

Elgin Veritas 23 Jewel Railroad Pocket Watch with Up Down Indicator

H 2.13 in Dm 1.94 in

Otis Elgin Craft 1928 Art Deco Desk Cigarette Box And Lighter In Lacquered Steel

By Elgin American Mfg Co.

Located in Miami, FL

subsidiary of Illinois Watch Case Company. So, really, this is an Otis (manufacturer) and Elgin Craft (trade

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1920s American Art Deco Antique Watches Elgin

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Steel, Chrome

Otis Elgin Craft 1928 Art Deco Desk Cigarette Box And Lighter In Lacquered Steel

H 3.62 in W 8.55 in D 3.75 in

1906 Edwardian Octogon Gold Filled Wrist Watch by Elgin

Located in Van Nuys, CA

This 1906 octagon gold-filled wristwatch with a case Fahys Bristol. The watch showcases a unique

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Early 1900s American Antique Watches Elgin

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Gold, Silver

1906 Edwardian Octogon Gold Filled Wrist Watch by Elgin

H 3 in W 2 in D 7 in

1926 Elgin Chicago 340 Pocket Watch Converted to Vortic Wristwatch

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

Elgin Watch Company in 1926. This manually wound movement is beautifully decorated, and has a fully

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1920s American Antique Watches Elgin

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Metal

1926 Elgin Chicago 340 Pocket Watch Converted to Vortic Wristwatch

H 0.5 in Dm 1.88 in L 0.5 in

Otis Elgin Craft 1920 Art Deco Desk Cigarette Double Box Lacquered Chromed Steel

By Elgin American Mfg Co., Casey Otis

Located in Miami, FL

. Elgin American was an American brand known for producing watches, jewelry cigarette cases and compacts

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1920s North American Art Deco Antique Watches Elgin

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Steel, Chrome

Otis Elgin Craft 1920 Art Deco Desk Cigarette Double Box Lacquered Chromed Steel

H 1.65 in W 8.4 in D 3.65 in

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Antique American Waltham Watch Co. Circa 1901 Brass Pocket Watch W Display Back

By American Waltham Watch Co.

Located in Mount Kisco, NY

Enjoy viewing the beautiful acid etched 15 jewel movement through the added display skeleton backside as this classic 1901 American Waltham Pocket Watch Model 1894 ticks away time. ...

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Early 20th Century American Antique Watches Elgin

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Brass

Antique American Waltham Watch Co. Circa 1901 Brass Pocket Watch W Display Back

$520 Sale Price

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Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Shockmaster Art Deco Watch, 1950 s Flawless Dial

By Elgin

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Shockmaster / Reference 6761 METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 40mm X Width ...

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1950s American Art Deco Antique Watches Elgin

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Gold-filled

Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Shockmaster Art Deco Watch, 1950 s Flawless Dial

$850

Waltham Gold Filled Art Deco Watch circa, 1940 s with Original Dial

By Waltham

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold-Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 36mm X Width 23mm ...

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1940s American Art Deco Antique Watches Elgin

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Gold-filled

Waltham Gold Filled Art Deco Watch circa, 1940 s with Original Dial

$650

Hamilton Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Tank Style with Original Dial from 1940 s

By Hamilton

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Hamilton Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / The Adrian METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 25mm X Width 37mm...

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1940s American Art Deco Antique Watches Elgin

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Gold-filled

Hamilton Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Tank Style with Original Dial from 1940 s

$1,150

Hamilton White Gold Filled Art Deco Watch circa 1931 with Original Dial Hands

By Hamilton

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Hamilton Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Octagon Shape METAL / MATERIAL: White Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1931 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 29mm X Width 34mm...

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1930s American Art Deco Antique Watches Elgin

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Gold-filled, White Gold

Hamilton White Gold Filled Art Deco Watch circa 1931 with Original Dial Hands

$1,600

Waltham Gold Filled Art Deco Tonneau Shaped Watch with original Dial

By Waltham

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Premier METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm X Diameter 21mm ...

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1940s American Art Deco Antique Watches Elgin

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Gold-filled

Waltham Gold Filled Art Deco Tonneau Shaped Watch with original Dial

$750

Hamilton White Gold Filled Art Deco Watch With "A.N to H.B" Engraved circa 1920s

By Hamilton

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Hamilton Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art deco / Square METAL / MATERIAL: White Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 28mm X Width 34mm MOVE...

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1920s American Art Deco Antique Watches Elgin

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Gold-filled

Hamilton White Gold Filled Art Deco Watch With "A.N to H.B" Engraved circa 1920s

$1,500

Waltham Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Tonneau Shaped Watch Original Dial 1920 s

By Waltham

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tonneau Shape METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 41mm X Width 2...

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1920s American Art Deco Antique Watches Elgin

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Gold-filled

Waltham Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Tonneau Shaped Watch Original Dial 1920 s

$1,200

Gruen Rare 14Kt Art Deco Tank Style Watch with Original Dial from 1930

By Gruen

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Gruen Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1930 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 37mm X Width 23mm MOVEM...

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1930s American Art Deco Antique Watches Elgin

Gruen Rare 14Kt Art Deco Tank Style Watch with Original Dial from 1930

$2,100

Gruen 14k Solid White Gold Art Deco Watch with Factory Original Dial circa 1931

By Gruen

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Gruen Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Reference 123/8 METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt Solid White Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1931 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 37mm "Lug Tip ...

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1930s American Art Deco Antique Watches Elgin

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14k Gold

Gruen 14k Solid White Gold Art Deco Watch with Factory Original Dial circa 1931

$2,250

Patek Philippe Cie Genève Pocket Watch in 18ct Gold – Double Case, Early 20th

By Patek Philippe

Located in Milano, MI

Rare and prestigious pocket watch signed Patek Philippe & Cie Genève, dating back to the early 20th century. Crafted with a double 18ct gold case, it bears the Swiss hallmark used be...

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Early 20th Century Antique Watches Elgin

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Gold

Patek Philippe Cie Genève Pocket Watch in 18ct Gold – Double Case, Early 20th

$8,240

Dm 1.97 in

Girard Perregaux 18Kt. Yellow Gold Campaign Style from W. W. 1

By Girard Perregaux

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Girard Perregaux Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Campaign Style METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt. Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1915 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 37mm X Diameter 3...

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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Antique Watches Elgin

Girard Perregaux 18Kt. Yellow Gold Campaign Style from W. W. 1

$2,950

Waltham 1886 Riverside Size 0s Hunting Pocket Watch In 18Kt Gold With Diamond

By American Waltham Watch Co.

Located in Miami, FL

Pocket watch designed by Waltham. Beautiful hunting pocket watch, created in Massachusetts United States by the A.W Waltham Watch Company, circa 1886-1887. This piece is one of the ...

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1880s American Victorian Antique Watches Elgin

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Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Waltham 1886 Riverside Size 0s Hunting Pocket Watch In 18Kt Gold With Diamond

$3,188 Sale Price

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H 2 in W 1.03 in D 0.44 in Dm 1.03 in L 2 in

Waltham American Riverside Pocket Watch with Fob and Charms

By American Waltham Watch Co.

Located in Mount Kisco, NY

Own a bit of history with this exceptional ladies heirloom timepiece from Waltham American Watch Company. This exquisite pocket watch is made of fourteen karat 14K yellow gold and h...

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1880s American Antique Watches Elgin

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14k Gold

Waltham American Riverside Pocket Watch with Fob and Charms

$2,995

Waltham 14k Yellow Gold Hunters Cased Pocket Watch Circa 1900 Hand Engraved

By Waltham Watch Company

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Hunters Case Pocket Watch METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Solid Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1900 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 45mm Diameter MOV...

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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Watches Elgin

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Yellow Gold

Waltham 14k Yellow Gold Hunters Cased Pocket Watch Circa 1900 Hand Engraved

$3,550

1940 s Hamilton Gordon 18K Yellow Gold Watch Manual Men s Watch #15797

By Hamilton

Located in Washington Depot, CT

1940's Hamilton Gordon Men's Watch' This vintage Hamilton men's watch is set in 18K yellow gold. Case is approx. 22mm x 37mm Hand winding movement Silver Dial Gold pyramid hour...

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1940s Antique Watches Elgin

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

1940 s Hamilton Gordon 18K Yellow Gold Watch Manual Men s Watch #15797

$2,493

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Antique Watches Elgin For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact antique watches elgin you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 14k Gold and Gold Plate, this item was constructed with great care. If you’re looking for an antique watches elgin from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 20th Century. When shopping for an antique watches elgin, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or women today than there are for men.

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Finding the Right Watches for You

Records show that, in Europe, by the 16th century, it was high time for portable clock devices. Right now, perhaps you’re shopping for your own. If so, find a vast range of fashionable and functional antique, vintage and luxury watches on 1stDibs.

While wall-mounted time tellers and grandfather clocks were much more convenient than the sundials of ancient history, watches were becoming crucial for an increasingly connected society whose members learned that the latest advancements in technology meant they could carry devices that kept time to within a minute a day. Tragically, the first pocket watches — albeit an improvement on the accessories that preceded them, which dangled from a chain worn around the neck — didn’t help much as far as accuracy or portability. Focused on style over substance, the upper class frequently carried lavish pieces that ran hours behind.

Eventually, watches migrated from owners’ pockets to their wrists. In the early days of watchmaking, watches were fragile enough that they necessitated protection from the elements. Now, wristwatches made of gold and steel can withstand the harshest climates — even 100 meters underwater, in the case of Rolex’s Submariner. Designer Gérald Genta, whose range of clients included Rolex, created for Audemars Piguet the first luxury sports timepiece to be made from stainless steel. First introduced in 1972, the Royal Oak was a perfect choice for blending the form and function that are now synonymous with sports watches.

Indeed, although exceedingly practical, the watches of today are far from bland. Bulgari’s iconic Serpenti watch was on everyone’s list after the collection’s bold bracelet, which technically debuted after the timepiece, graced the wrist of actress Elizabeth Taylor. If anything, elaborately crafted timepieces — the unmistakably boxy silhouette of Cartier Tank watches, the elegant and minimal Calatrava designed by legendary Swiss house Patek Philippe — are even more effective than the shape we associate with traditional watches. You’ll always know what time it is because you won’t be able to tear your eyes away from your new accessory.

Form watches — the all-encompassing moniker bestowed upon non-round watches — are making headlines and completing contemporary fashionable ensembles the world over. At the same time, both casual fans and careful collectors are drawn to the unbeatable charm of vintage styles, such as the icons designed by Omega that even James Bond can’t resist.

When shopping for a watch, it’s good to keep your needs as well as your specific personal style in mind: A smaller, subtle timepiece is a good fit for small wrists. When will you be wearing your new accessory? There’s a versatile model out there for everyday wear, while a rugged, feature-heavy watch is a safe bet if you’re prone to embarking on all-weather activities in the great outdoors.

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Questions About Elgin

Are Elgin pocket watches worth anything?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
It depends on the materials that the watches are made with, the significance of the model and the year of production. Railroad pocket watches can range from $200 to $5000.
Are Elgin watches worth anything?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Some Elgin watches can be worth as much as $5,000 because of their make, model and age. In most cases, though, Elgin watches sell in the $200-$500 range.
Are Elgin watches valuable?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 17, 2024
Yes, Elgin watches are valuable. The American watchmaker’s timepieces are widely favored by collectors all over the world. Watch lovers won’t likely pay more than a few hundred dollars for a vintage model, while rare Elgin timepieces, especially Art Deco-era wristwatches sporting gold cases, will fetch much higher sums. Whether or not an antique Elgin watch is a good investment, however, will depend upon factors such as rarity, condition, materials and more.

The Elgin National Watch Company was founded in Elgin, Illinois, in 1864 and was at one time the largest manufacturer of watches in the United States. In 1867, Elgin introduced its first watch — a pocket watch.

In the late 1800s, the open-face pocket watch became a staple on the American railroad. It was a requirement for railway workers to wear a pocket watch, as the timepieces were responsible for keeping conductors on schedule. This was a boon to the watchmaking industry, with companies like Hamilton, Elgin and the Waltham Watch Company producing high-grade and workingman’s watches. So-called “railroad watches” were among the finest watches of the era, and Elgin railroad watches are coveted today by watch enthusiasts.

As vintage watches of all kinds are making a comeback — even watchmakers such as Patek Philippe, Breitling and Omega are reissuing mid-century models — Elgin watches are in high demand on the secondary market.

At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Buyers should keep in mind that the value of any investment is subject to fluctuation, and any investment decisions should be made according to the guidance of a financial advisor.

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