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Elgin Pocket Watch Silverode Railroad Heavy Working 7 Jewel Year 1921, 59mm Case
By Elgin
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Elgin 1921 railroad pocket watch with a 59mm case made of silverode and is 20mm thick. Heavy watch
Category
Vintage 1920s American Modern Pocket Watches
Materials
Silver
D 0.79 in Dm 2.33 in
Elgin Rose Gold Filled Art Deco Watch Tortue Shaped Watch from 1940's
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tortue Shape
METAL / MATERIAL
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled, Rose Gold
1918 WW1 / Trench Watch Elgin Rare White Star Dial "Foch"
By Elgin
Located in Raleigh, NC
1918 Elgin "Offset Foch Rare White Star" Trench Watch.
The Elgin “Star Series…….. Let me clear up
Category
Vintage 1910s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Sterling Silver
Elgin, Lord Elgin 14Kt. Solid Gold Art Deco Watch American Made From 1944
By Lord Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
." They are also designed some of the worlds mores accurate railroad watches. This watch has just been
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Elgin Gold Filled Pocket Watch with Unique Floral Engraving, circa 1907
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
watches. In 1910, Elgin introduced the first wristwatch that met the criteria for the railroads, even
Category
Antique Early 1900s Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Elgin Gold Plated Pocket Watch, 53mm, 1886 Year, Hunting, Serviced/Warranty
By Elgin
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Gold-plated Elgin National Watch Co. 53mm pocket watch, white face, black Roman numerals that has
Category
Antique 1880s American Victorian Pocket Watches
Materials
Gold Plate
1910 WW1 / Trench Watch, Extraordinarily Elgin Rare Caliber 201, 19 Jewel.
By Elgin
Located in Raleigh, NC
filming.
1900 Elgin rare 19 jewel WW1 / Trench Watch. Wow, that is a mouthful. It describes a Trench
Category
Vintage 1910s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
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1918 Elgin Rare 6 Size 15J Trench Watch 100+ Years Young!
By Elgin
Located in Raleigh, NC
find 6 size wrist watches from the WW1 / Trench watch era.
A genuine Bold Military dial that has
Category
Vintage 1910s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Other
Elgin Gold Filled Art Deco Watch with Original Dial from 1940's
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
watches. In 1910, Elgin introduced the first wristwatch that met the criteria for the railroads, even
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Elgin Gold Filled Pocket Watch with Unique Floral and Initials Engraving 1900s
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
watches. In 1910, Elgin introduced the first wristwatch that met the criteria for the railroads, even
Category
Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Pocket Watches
Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Hand Engraved Pocket Watch from 1918
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
Category
Vintage 1910s American Art Deco Pocket Watches
Elgin Ladies Solid Gold Art Deco Watch with Cord Band 1940s and Box
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
watches. In 1910, Elgin introduced the first wristwatch that met the criteria for the railroads, even
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold
Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Pocket Watch with Original Dial, circa 1940s
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
.
The Elgin Watch Company also played a major role in the development of the pocket watches for the
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Tank Style Watch with Custom Finished 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
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Open Face American Pocket Watch circa 1912 Enamel Dial
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
durability.
The Elgin also played a major role in the development of the pocket watches for the railroads
Category
Mid-20th Century American Wrist Watches
Elgin Gold Filled Hunters Case Pocket Watch from 1900 with Kiln Fired Dial
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
watches. In 1910, Elgin introduced the first wristwatch that met the criteria for the railroads, even
Category
Antique Early 1900s Swiss Pocket Watches
Elgin White Gold Filled Art Deco Pocket Watch from 1923 with Matching Chain
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
watches. In 1910, Elgin introduced the first wristwatch that met the criteria for the railroads, even
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
1919 Elgin Hermetic Trench Watch. Bold Red 12, with a “Solid Nickel Case"
By Elgin
Located in Raleigh, NC
young
By definition, What is a “Trench Watch”
What are WW1 or Trench watches? They were created
Category
Vintage 1910s American Anglo-Indian Wrist Watches
Materials
Other
H 0.4 in W 1.23 in Dm 1.23 in
Elgin 52mm 1906 Pocket Watch, 17 Jewel Serviced 90-Day Warranty, Serial 12195791
By Elgin
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
This 1906 53mm Elgin pocket watch with a white face is a stunning timepiece crafted with precision
Category
Antique Early 1900s North American Modern Pocket Watches
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Elgin Gold Filled Art Deco Round Watch with Unique Original Dial From 1950's
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
required by the railroads for accuracy.
The Elgin National Watch Company was founded in 1864 in Elgin
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Lady Elgin Gold-Filled Art Deco Tank Watch with Original Dial from 1940's
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
million watches. By 1890, Elgin was producing over two million watches per year, more than any other watch
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Watch with Original Dial from the 1940's
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
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
1942 Lord Elgin Caliber 559 21 Jewels. Christmas 1943
By Elgin
Located in Raleigh, NC
Company pioneered its first wristwatch, leading ahead of other
American watch companies. Elgin watches
Category
Vintage 1940s American Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
1925 Elgin 14KW Solid Gold Survivor, Trifold Case, Stunning
By Elgin
Located in Raleigh, NC
Welcome to Vintage Watch Corner. First my PSA: My shop was recently selected to supply vintage
Category
Vintage 1920s North American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold
Elgin “Hermetic” Trench / WW1 Y/G Filled Beautiful Survivor!
By Elgin
Located in Raleigh, NC
put it together and delivered the watch. That is how many Trench Watches were born in the early 1900's
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Elgin Yellow Gold Filled from 1939 with Hand Engraved Monogram Tortue Shaped
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
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled, Yellow Gold
Elgin Gold Filled Art Deco Tortue Shaped Wristwatch Original Design by Cartier
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Tortue Shape / Art Deco / Reference 0728
Category
Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
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
Category
Antique 1880s American Pocket Watches
1900 Elgin 19J, 0 size, Transition Wristlet, Stunning Mint Dial with Gold Accent
By Elgin
Located in Raleigh, NC
the last couple of years know that my sweet spot is WW1 Trench Watches, a review of my current watch
Category
20th Century American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
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1914 Waltham “Swing Lug” WW1…….Trench Watch, Rare Design.
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Raleigh, NC
manufacturers already made smaller pocket watch movements, often sold as ladies pocket watches, Elgin, Waltham
Category
Vintage 1910s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Sterling Silver
1915 Waltham WW1 Trench Watch, Rare 16 Jewel Movement. Stunning
By Waltham
Located in Raleigh, NC
avid vintage watch collector for years. My soft spot is 1900-1935 American watches.
I have an active
Category
Vintage 1910s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Sterling Silver
1898, Waltham 7 Jewel, Sublime Fancy Dial, Yellow Gold Filled
By Waltham
Located in Raleigh, NC
attachment as found in today’s watches. I have outfitted the watch with an open ended watch band that I
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Elgin Rare Gold Filled Keystone Case Railroad Manual winding Pocket Watch
By Elgin
Located in Dallas, TX
Very Rare Elgin 14k Gold Filled 21j Keystone Case Railroad Pocket Watch - Manual winding, 21 jewel
Category
Vintage 1930s American Pocket Watches
Materials
14k Gold
Elgin Pocket Watch
By Elgin
Located in Dallas, TX
Elgin Pocket Watch - Manual. Gold filled. White enamel single sunk dial with Arabic numerals
Category
20th Century Pocket Watches
Elgin BW Raymond Pocket Watch
By Elgin
Located in Dallas, TX
Elgin BW Raymond Pocket Watch - Manual winding; 21 jewels. Gold filled . White enamel single sunk
Category
20th Century American Pocket Watches
Elgin Stainless Steel Art Deco Round Military Style Manual Watch
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
.
Elgin is a renowned name and famous for their high grade railroad watches which set standards for
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Wrist Watches
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
Category
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Wrist Watches
Solid Gold 1930 Elgin Art Deco Watch with a Chased Bezel Restored
By Elgin
Located in Raleigh, NC
Good day, let me introduce you to the Elgin 14 karat white gold Model 1622. It was priced in 1930
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold
Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Pocket Watch with Original Dial, circa 1940s
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
watches. In 1910, Elgin introduced the first wristwatch that met the criteria for the railroads, even
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Pocket Watches
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
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Pocket Watches
1919 Rare Small Font Dial Elgin "Foch" Hermetic, Solid Nickel, Stunning
By Elgin
Located in Raleigh, NC
If you look up fun, rare and survivor, you might find this watch pictured. A 1916 Elgin “Black Star
Category
Vintage 1910s North American Art Deco Wrist Watches
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H 0.36 in W 1.26 in Dm 1.26 in
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
Category
Antique 1880s American Pocket Watches
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
Category
Vintage 1910s American Collectible Jewelry
Elgin Tricolor Gold Railroad Locomotive Engine Pocket Watch
By Elgin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare Antique Elgin Gentleman's Pocket Watch With Railroad Locomotive
It is so attractive, just
Category
Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Pocket Watches
Elgin Gold Filled R. R. Railroad Approved Pocket Watch
By Elgin
Located in Dallas, TX
Elgin R. R. Railroad Approved Pocket Watch - 21 Jewel. Gold fileld ( 50 mm ) . White enamel single
Category
20th Century American Pocket Watches
Elgin Pocket Watch Silverode Railroad Heavy Working 7 Jewel Year 1921
By Elgin
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Elgin 1921 railroad pocket watch with a 59mm case made of silverode and is 20mm thick. Heavy watch
Category
Vintage 1920s American Modern Pocket Watches
Materials
Silver
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D 0.79 in Dm 2.33 in
Elgin Pocket Watch
By Elgin
Located in Dallas, TX
Elgin Pocket Watch - Manual winding. Gold filled . White enamel with blue hands. Single sunk dial
Category
20th Century Pocket Watches
Elgin Gold Filled Art Deco Watch
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
watches. In 1910, Elgin introduced the first wristwatch that met the criteria for the railroads, even
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Elgin Gold Filled BW Raymond Pocket Watch
By Elgin
Located in Dallas, TX
Elgin BW Raymond Gold Filled Pocket Watch - Manual winding; 21 jewels. Gold filled . White enamel
Category
20th Century American Pocket Watches
Elgin Gold filled BW Raymond Manual Pocket Watch
By Elgin
Located in Dallas, TX
Elgin BW Raymond Pocket Watch - Manual winding; 21 jewels. Gold filled . White enamel single sunk
Category
20th Century American Pocket Watches
Elgin Gold filled Veritas Rail Road Manual Pocket Watch
By Elgin
Located in Dallas, TX
Elgin Veritas Rail Road Pocket Watch - Manual winding; 23 Jewels . Gold filled with a R. R. case
Category
Mid-20th Century American Pocket Watches
Elgin Gold Filled R.R. Case Manual wind Pocket Watch
By Elgin
Located in Dallas, TX
Elgin R.R. Case Gold Filled Pocket Watch - Manual winding ; 21 Jewel. Dual time zone . Gold filled
Category
20th Century American Pocket Watches
Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Tortue Shaped Watch from 1938
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
most renowned houses. Elgin watches were strategic tools in the railroad industry because of their
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Tonneau Shape Watch Circa 1931 with Original Dial
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
million watches. By 1890, Elgin was producing over two million watches per year, more than any other watch
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Elgin Gold Filled Pocket Watch From 1891 with Original Kiln Fired Enamel Dial
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
.
The Elgin Watch Company also played a major role in the development of the pocket watches for the
Category
Antique 1890s American Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Tonneau Shaped Watch American Made from 1940's
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
making high grade railroad watches for the railroads and scientific instruments as well. This watch is
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Elgin 14Kt. Solid Rose Gold Art Deco Ladies Dress Watch from the 1940's
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco
METAL / MATERIAL: 14kt Rose Gold
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Elgin Stainless Steel Art Deco Manual Wristwatch, circa 1920s
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
.
Elgin National Watch Company is one of the oldest watch factories in America. Their watches ran the
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Automatic Wristwatch, 1960s
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Hourglass
METAL / MATERIAL
Category
Mid-20th Century American Wrist Watches
Lord Elgin Gold Filled Art Deco Wrist Watch with Unique Tiffany Blue Dial, 1950
By Lord Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Tank Style
METAL / MATERIAL: Gold
Category
Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
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Elgin Railroad Watch For Sale on 1stDibs
On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate elgin railroad watch for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, gold-filled and silver. You’re likely to find the perfect elgin railroad watch among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Creating a elgin railroad watch has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Elgin, American Waltham Watch Co. and Lord Elgin are consistently popular. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a elgin railroad watch, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.
How Much is a Elgin Railroad Watch?
On average, a elgin railroad watch at 1stDibs sells for $800, while they’re typically $340 on the low end and $5,300 for the highest priced versions of this item.
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, new and classic vintage 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.
Find exactly what you’re looking for in an unparalleled collection of antique, new and vintage watches on 1stDibs — we promise it will be worth your time.
Questions About Elgin
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021It 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Some 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 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 17, 2024Yes, 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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