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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Antique Elgin Wrist Watch
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 Elgin Wrist Watch
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Gold-filled
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 Elgin Wrist Watch
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Gold-filled
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 Elgin Wrist Watch
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Gold-filled
Elgin White Gold Filled Watch with Flawless Original Dial from 1908
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Rounded Square METAL / MATERIAL
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Early 1900s American Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch
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 Elgin Wrist Watch
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Gold-filled
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
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1920s American Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch
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White Gold
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 Elgin Wrist Watch
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 Elgin Wrist Watch
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 Elgin Wrist Watch
Elgin for Shreve & Co. San Francisco Enamel Dial Wristwatch, 1910
By Shreve & Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
SERVICE COMMITMENT This is an early wrist watch made by the Elgin Watch Co and retailed by Shreve & Co
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Early 20th Century Swiss Antique Elgin Wrist Watch
Materials
Mixed Metal
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Vintage Elgin Cushion-Shaped Watch, 1929
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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 Elgin Wrist Watch
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 Elgin Wrist Watch
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 Elgin Wrist Watch
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White Gold
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 Elgin Wrist Watch
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
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 Elgin Wrist Watch
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 Elgin Wrist Watch
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 Elgin Wrist Watch
Elgin White Gold Filled Art Deco Wristwatch From 1926 with Original Strap
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
shaped wrist watch was produced by the iconic American Company of Elgin. Founded in Elgin Illinois it was
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1920s American Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch
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 Elgin Wrist Watch
Elgin Two Color Gold High Grade Oversized Wrist Pocket Watch with Original Dial
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Wrist / Pocket Watch METAL
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch
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 Elgin Wrist Watch
Materials
Gold, Silver
Vintage Mens Elgin Wrist Watch Manual Wind 32mm Antique 1890's
By Elgin
Located in Dearborn, MI
Vintage Mens Elgin Wrist Watch Manual Wind Antique 1890's Genuine Mens Elgin Wrist Watch Does
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1890s Antique Elgin Wrist Watch
Elgin White Gold Filled and Enamel Art Deco Ladies Watch from 1928
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: White Gold
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1920s American Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch
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 Elgin Wrist Watch
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
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1890s American Antique Elgin Wrist Watch
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Gold-filled
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
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1920s American Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch
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Stainless Steel
Elgin Nickel Silver Oversized Cushion Shaped Manual Wristwatch, c1909
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Cushion Shape / Military Style METAL
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Early 1900s American Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch
Elgin General Pershing 1919 Sterling Silver Cased Trench Style Wristwatch
By Elgin
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1919 Elgin Military style Trench Wrist Watch, 31 M.M. Sterling Silver 3 Piece case with Solid
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1910s American Antique Elgin Wrist Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
Elgin Lady's White Gold and Enamel Art Deco Wristwatch
By Elgin
Located in New York, NY
This stunning watch features a 14k white gold rectangular case set with blue and black enamel Art
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch
Materials
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
Elgin Sterling Silver Enamel Cushion Shaped Military Style Wristwatch, c1925
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Military Campaign / Cushion Shape METAL
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1920s American Antique Elgin Wrist Watch
Elgin Chromium New Old Stock in Original Box From 1928
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art deco METAL / MATERIAL: Chromium CIRCA
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1920s American Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch
ELGIN c.1925 Parisienne Lady & Tiger Art Deco Enamel Manual Bracelet Watch
By Lucien Lelong
Located in Thiensville, WI
Rare vintage c.1925 Elgin "Lady & Tiger" Art Deco bracelet watch part of the "Parisienne" series
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1920s Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch
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White Gold
Elgin Ladies Yellow Gold Enamel Lady and The Tiger mechanical Wristwatch, 1920s
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W 0.67 in L 0.99 in
Elgin Ladies Yellow Gold Enamel Lady and The Tiger mechanical Wristwatch, 1920s
By Lucien Lelong
Located in New York, NY
Famed 14K gold Elgin enamel wristwatch, circa 1920, titled 'The Lady and the Tiger', depicts a
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1920s American Antique Elgin Wrist Watch
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14k Gold
Vintage Elgin Octagonal-Shaped Nickle Watch, 1928
By Elgin
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1928 Vintage Elgin watch. Octagonal/Stop-sign shaped case. Nickel. Original, but restored dial with
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1920s American Antique Elgin Wrist Watch
Elgin 44mm
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Elgin 44mm
By Elgin
Located in Surfside, FL
Elgin pocket watch in 14k gold with 19 jewels. Beautifull chasing white triple sunk dial. Manual w
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1910s Antique Elgin Wrist Watch
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14k Gold
Elgin 14 Karat White Gold Presentation Watch, circa 1929
By Elgin
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Vintage Elgin 14K white gold “Presentation” model circa 1929. Featuring an art deco inspired 26 x
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1920s American Antique Elgin Wrist Watch
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White Gold
Vintage Elgin WWI Era Military Endurance Base Metal Watch, 1918
By Elgin
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1918 Vintage Elgin Post Endurance WWI Military Base Metal Chrome Star Dial Cushion Shape watch with
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1910s American Antique Elgin Wrist Watch
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
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1910s American Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch
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Sterling Silver
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
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1910s American Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch
1919 Rare Small Font Dial Elgin "Foch" Hermetic, Solid Nickel, Stunning
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H 0.36 in W 1.26 in Dm 1.26 in
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
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1910s North American Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch
1928 Elgin 6/0 Art Deco 15 Jewel Stunner, Beautifully Restored
By Elgin
Located in Raleigh, NC
I have been selling vintage watches for many years now.This genre of watch is one of my favorite
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1920s North American Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch
Elgin White Gold Presentation Wristwatch with Enamel Bezel and Hinged Lugs
By Elgin
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Elgin 14K white gold wristwatch with enamel bezel and hinged lugs, circa 1929. Rectangular case
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch
Materials
14k Gold, White Gold
1925 Art Deco Elgin Square, Stunning Condition
By Elgin
Located in Raleigh, NC
furniture and building design. The watch is housed in a correct Elgin specific case, many early
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1920s American Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch
Materials
Gold-filled
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Bulova Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Tank Watch with Original Dial from 1950's
By Bulova
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Bulova Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 32mm X Width 21mm ...
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1940s American Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch
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Gold-filled
Waltham Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Tank Style Watch 1940's
By Waltham Watch Company
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 38mm "Lug Tip to L...
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1940s American Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch
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Gold-filled
Cartier Centure 1970s Yellow Gold Manual Wind Wrist watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Cartier Paris Centure Collection Wrist Watch, 18k Yellow Gold 27 X 27 M.M. 2 Piece stepped case. 17 jewel mechanical, manual wind movement. White Dial with Black Roman nu...
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1970s French Antique Elgin Wrist Watch
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18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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 Elgin Wrist Watch
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Gold-filled
Cartier Paris Yellow Gold Lady's Classic Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Classic 18k gold oval case lady's watch by Cartier Paris. Case measures 30mm x 22mm excl. crown. Cartier leather band with 18k gold Cartier deployant buckle. Quartz movement. Case ba...
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20th Century French Antique Elgin Wrist Watch
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Yellow Gold
Waltham Gold Filled Art Deco Cushion Shaped Watch with Original Dial from 1940's
By Waltham
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold-Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 37mm X Width 28mm MOVEMENT / CA...
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1940s American Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch
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Gold-filled
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 Elgin Wrist Watch
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Gold-filled
Gruen Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Tank Style Watch with Original Dial from 1940
By Gruen
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Gruen Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 38mm X Width 26mm MOVEMENT / CA...
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1940s American Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch
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Gold-filled
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 37mm X Width 25mm...
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1940s American Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch
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Gold-filled
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 Elgin Wrist Watch
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Gold-filled, White Gold
Cartier Santos 18k Yellow Gold And Stainless "Spider" Burgundy Dial Ref 0902
By Cartier
Located in Houston, TX
A rare and unique find, this Cartier Santos features the eye-catching "spider" burgundy dial paired with a matching burgundy cabochon crown. A true statement piece, this watch combin...
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1990s Antique Elgin Wrist Watch
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Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Vintage ROLEX Watch. 9k YG Rolex 4533 Square Tank Manual Wristwatch.
By Rolex
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Vintage Rolex Square Mens Watch 9k Yellow Gold Ref 4533 Windup Movement. Runs well. Circa 1940s Beautiful Watch. New Genuine Leather band. 27mm square case
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1940s Modern Antique Elgin Wrist Watch
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Vintage Rolex Watch. ROLEX Oyster Royal 3121 SS and 9k Bezel. 29mm
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
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By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
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Early 2000s French Antique Elgin Wrist Watch
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18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier 18Kt. Tank European Watch & Clock Co. w/ Engine Turned Dial 1920 / 30's
By Cartier
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Cartier Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Tank Style / Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: 18 Kt. Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1920 / 30's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 30mm X 23mm W...
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1930s Swiss Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch
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18k Gold
Gubelin 18 Karat Yellow Gold Art Deco Handmade Wristwatch, circa 1930s
By Gubelin
Located in Long Beach, CA
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1930s Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch
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Antique Elgin Wrist Watch For Sale on 1stDibs
You are likely to find exactly the antique elgin wrist watch you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Frequently made of 14k Gold, Gold and White Gold, this item was constructed with great care. You’re likely to find the perfect antique elgin wrist watch among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Take a look at an antique elgin wrist watch featuring Diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. Most of our antique elgin wrist watch for sale are for women, but there are 9 pieces available to browse for men.
How Much is a Antique Elgin Wrist Watch?
The price for an antique elgin wrist watch starts at $850 and tops out at $5,300 with these watches, on average, selling for $1,800.
Finding the Right Wrist-watches for You
Antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches have captured the hearts and minds of all manner of watch collectors as well as the watchmakers themselves — it's time you found your own.
Certain vintage watches for men and iconic watch designs for women are sought after not only because of their graceful proportions or innovative materials but also because of the illustrious histories of the houses that created them, histories that they stylishly embody.
Bulgari’s legendary 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 wristwatches.
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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.
Are you shopping for a wristwatch? 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
- 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.
Find vintage and antique Elgin watches on 1stDibs. - 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.
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