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What is an art deco watch?
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An art deco watch is defined by its geometric case, which is either circular or rectangular. The watch style was highly popular between 1920 and 1950, and is still sought after today. You’ll find a collection of art deco watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs
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Elgin Gold Filled Art Deco Watch
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
In 1870, the company produced its first million watches. By 1890, 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 Art Deco Watch
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art deco / Tank Style
METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 34mm Lug Tip to Lug ...
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Elgin Rectangular Dress Watch
By Elgin
Located in Wailea, HI
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Elgin Rectangular Dress Watch
From the owners personal collection
An exceptional representation of mid-1930s American watchmaking, this vintage Elgin wristwatc...
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Elgin Watch Company Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Watch circa
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Round Style
METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43mm Lug Tip to Lug...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Elgin White Gold Filled Art Deco Watch circa 1931
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
In 1870, the company produced its first million watches. By 1890, Elgin was producing over two million watches per year, more than any other watch factory in the world.
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled, White Gold
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: Yellow Gold Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 38mm X Width 22m
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Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled


