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Are Elgin watches real gold?
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Whether or not Elgin watches are gold depends on the timepiece in question. The watchmaker designed a range of pocket watches and wristwatches made of 10-karat gold, 14-karat gold and 18-karat gold, while some of the company’s other accessories are gold-filled or gold-plated. (Gold-filled jewelry doesn’t have a lot of gold, but it has more gold than gold-plated jewelry.)
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.
Find antique Elgin watches and other watches on 1stDibs.
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.
Find antique Elgin watches and other watches on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertJune 10, 2024
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Rare 1917 Elgin Trench Sterling Silver Watch Wristwatch Running Strong
By Elgin
Located in South Pasadena, CA
This is a rare find, in great running condition with sterling silver case with undisturbed patina. The case is approximately 31mm cushion cases, the crystal is in very good condition...
Category
Vintage 1910s Wrist Watches
Materials
Sterling Silver
Elgin 1901 Hunter Case Pocket Watch in 14k Yellow Gold
By Elgin
Located in Bloomington, MN
Elgin 1901 Hunter Case Pocket Watch in 14k Yellow Gold
This Elgin pocket watch dates to 1901 and features a 34 mm hunter-style case crafted in 14k yellow gold. The case is decorated...
Category
Early 20th Century Victorian Pocket Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Elgin Mid-Century Modern 14k White Gold & Diamond Ladies Watch
By Elgin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Mid-Century Modern Elgin lady's watch.
In 14 karat white gold.
Prong-set with diamonds in a halo surrounding the dial and to the lugs on each end.
With a block letter ELGIN and index hour markers to the face.
Set with a Speidel gold-plated and black cord watch...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
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 around 1908 (based on movement serial # 13333340) features an elaborately decorated 14 c...
Category
Antique Early 1900s American Late Victorian Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Circa 1891 Beautiful Antique Elgin Pocket Watch 14k Solid Gold Case w/White Dial
By Elgin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Circa 1891 Beautiful Antique Elgin Pocket Watch w/ Ornate Cobalt Blue Hands & Dedicated Second Dial
14k Solid Gold Case w/ Beautiful Colored...
Category
20th Century American Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
$3,500 Sale Price
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Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Watch circa 1940's
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Tonneau / Reference 9507
METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 35mm "Lu...
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled, Yellow Gold
