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Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

Elgin 14K Ladies Wrist Watch 1920's Mint Engraved Flowers French Cut Sapphire
Elgin 14K Ladies Wrist Watch 1920's Mint Engraved Flowers French Cut Sapphire

Elgin 14K Ladies Wrist Watch 1920's Mint Engraved Flowers French Cut Sapphire

By Elgin

Located in Dearborn, MI

Elgin 14K Ladies Wrist Watch 1920's Mint Engraved Flowers French Cut Sapphire Deco Mint Condition Runs Great and Keeps Good Time 14K White Gold Case Case Number 28041 2 French...

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1920s Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

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Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

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

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 Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1896 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 40mm X Wide 32mm MOVEMENT...

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1890s North American Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

Elgin Gold Filled Art Deco Watch circa, 1920's
Elgin Gold Filled Art Deco Watch circa, 1920's

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 MOV...

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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
Elgin Gold Filled Art Deco Cushion Shaped Watch circa 1925

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: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1925 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 35mm "Lug Tip to L...

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1920s American Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

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Gold-filled

Rare 1917 Elgin Trench Sterling Silver Watch Wristwatch Running Strong
Rare 1917 Elgin Trench Sterling Silver Watch Wristwatch Running Strong

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...

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1910s Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

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Sterling Silver

Elgin White Gold Filled Watch with Flawless Original Dial from 1908
Elgin White Gold Filled Watch with Flawless Original Dial from 1908

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: White Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1903 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 38 X Width 31 MOVE...

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Early 1900s American Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

Elgin Gold Filled & Enamel Inlayed Art Deco Watch circa 1920's
Elgin Gold Filled & Enamel Inlayed Art Deco Watch circa 1920's

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 CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 30mm X Width 16mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Ma...

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1920s American Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

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Gold-filled

Elgin White Gold Filled Art Deco Watch With Bracelet and Strap circa 1927
Elgin White Gold Filled Art Deco Watch With Bracelet and Strap circa 1927

Elgin White Gold Filled Art Deco Watch With Bracelet and Strap circa 1927

By Elgin

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Rectangle METAL / MATERIAL: White Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1927 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 35mm "Lug Tip to Lug Tip...

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1920s American Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

Materials

Gold-filled, White Gold

Elgin Steel Art Deco Tank Watch with Original Bracelet and Dial from 1923
Elgin Steel Art Deco Tank Watch with Original Bracelet and Dial from 1923

Elgin Steel Art Deco Tank Watch with Original Bracelet and Dial from 1923

By Elgin

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1923 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 35mm "Lug Tip to Lug Tip"...

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1920s American Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

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Stainless Steel

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

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: 14Kt White Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1926 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 34mm, Lug Tip to Lug T...

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1920s American Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

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White Gold

Elgin 10K Gold-Filled Vintage Wristwatch
Elgin 10K Gold-Filled Vintage Wristwatch

Elgin 10K Gold-Filled Vintage Wristwatch

By Elgin

Located in Wailea, HI

Elgin 10K Gold-Filled Vintage Wristwatch, 26 x 31 mm This elegant vintage Elgin wristwatch is a fine example of American horological craftsmanship. Housed in a 10K gold-filled rectan...

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

Elgin White Gold Filled Art Deco Manual Wristwatch, circa 1926
Elgin White Gold Filled Art Deco Manual Wristwatch, circa 1926

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: 14Kt. White Gold Filled CIRCA: 1926 DIMENSIONS: Length 35mm X Width 27mm MOVEMENT / CA...

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1920s American Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

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

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 Chromium CIRCA / YEAR: 1929 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 34mm x Width 30mm MOVEMENT / C...

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1920s American Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

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

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

By Shreve & Co.

Located in Long Beach, CA

LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This is an early wrist watch made by the Elgin Watch Co and retailed by Shreve & Co San Francisco.

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Early 20th Century Swiss Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

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Mixed Metal

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Vintage Elgin Cushion-Shaped Watch, 1929
Vintage Elgin Cushion-Shaped Watch, 1929

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, manual caliber 462 movement. 30mm x 36mm lug to lug (1.18 in. x 1.42 in.) - Equipped w...

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1920s American Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

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

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 Champagne Dial with Luminous Arabic Numbers. Case size, 31mm x 36mm lug to lug (1.2...

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

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. One year warranty included with purchase. 14k White Gold Case 17 mm Wide, 19 mm w...

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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
Lady Elgin Ladies White Gold Diamond Art Deco manual Wristwatch

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 crafted in solid 14k white gold. It is all original parts including the 19-jewel man...

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Elgin Nickel Watch
Elgin Nickel Watch

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 / MATERIAL: Nickel CIRCA / YEAR: 1917 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 40mm Length X 38mm Diamet...

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1910s American Art Nouveau Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

Elgin Yellow and White Gold Art Deco Watch circa 1920
Elgin Yellow and White Gold Art Deco Watch circa 1920

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 METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt.

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1920s Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

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

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

By Elgin

Located in Long Beach, CA

I seldom see early American Wrist Watches in this condition. And this one, uniquely done as a right handed drivers style makes it even rarer.

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Early 1900s American Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

Elgin 14 Karat White Gold Art Deco Cushion Shaped Pocket Watch
Elgin 14 Karat White Gold Art Deco Cushion Shaped Pocket 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: 14Kt. White Gold CIRCA: 1925 DIMENSIONS: 42mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / ...

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

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

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.

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

1906 Edwardian Octogon Gold Filled Wrist Watch by Elgin
1906 Edwardian Octogon Gold Filled Wrist Watch by Elgin

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 octagonal case crafted in gold-filled silver with geometric patterns. Protected by a ...

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Early 1900s American Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

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Gold, Silver

Vintage Mens Elgin Wrist Watch Manual Wind 32mm Antique 1890's
Vintage Mens Elgin Wrist Watch Manual Wind 32mm Antique 1890's

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 Not Run 32mm Case Safety Pinion Manual Wind Serial Number 756916 Stainless Stea...

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1890s Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

Elgin White Gold Filled and Enamel Art Deco Ladies Watch from 1928
Elgin White Gold Filled and Enamel Art Deco Ladies Watch from 1928

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 Filled / Kiln Fired Enamel Inlay CIRCA / YEAR: 1928 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 28mm X 17mm MOVE...

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1920s American Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

Art Deco Platinum Elgin 2.7tcw H Si1 Diamond Pave Ladies Dress Watch
Art Deco Platinum Elgin 2.7tcw H Si1 Diamond Pave Ladies Dress Watch

Art Deco Platinum Elgin 2.7tcw H Si1 Diamond Pave Ladies Dress Watch

By Elgin

Located in New York, NY

This Art Deco ladies dress watch by Elgin is crafted in platinum and set with 2.70ctw of H color, SI1 clarity diamonds. The pavé-set design creates a continuous field of brilliance a...

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

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Diamond, Platinum

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

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

By Elgin

Located in Long Beach, CA

I seldom see early American Wrist Watches in this condition. And this one, uniquely done as a right handed drivers style makes it even rarer.

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Early 1900s American Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

Elgin Gold Filled Pocket Watch From 1891 with Original Kiln Fired Enamel Dial
Elgin Gold Filled Pocket Watch From 1891 with Original Kiln Fired Enamel Dial

Elgin Gold Filled Pocket Watch From 1891 with Original Kiln Fired Enamel Dial

By Elgin

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Hunters Case / Hand Engraved METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1891 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 41mm Diameter MOVEMEN...

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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
Elgin Stainless Steel Art Deco Manual Wristwatch, circa 1920s

Elgin Stainless Steel Art Deco Manual Wristwatch, circa 1920s

By Elgin

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel DIMENSIONS: 35 mm X 29 mm CIRCA: 1920's MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 7 ...

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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
Elgin Nickel Silver Oversized Cushion Shaped Manual Wristwatch, c1909

Elgin Nickel Silver Oversized Cushion Shaped Manual Wristwatch, c1909

By Elgin

Located in Long Beach, CA

Although I typically wear a wrist watch produced in 1919 and have been wearing it for several years, this one is only 10 years older.

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Early 1900s American Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

Elgin Lady's White Gold and Enamel Art Deco Wristwatch
Elgin Lady's White Gold and Enamel Art Deco Wristwatch

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 Deco geometric detail accented with two european cut diamonds. It also has Art Deco ...

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

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Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

Elgin Sterling Silver Enamel Cushion Shaped Military Style Wristwatch, c1925
Elgin Sterling Silver Enamel Cushion Shaped Military Style Wristwatch, c1925

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 / MATERIAL: Sterling Silver CIRCA: 1925 DIMENSIONS: 37mm X 31mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: ...

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1920s American Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

Elgin Chromium New Old Stock in Original Box From 1928
Elgin Chromium New Old Stock in Original Box From 1928

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: 1928 DIMENSIONS: Length 34mm X Diameter 29mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Winding / 7 Jewel...

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1920s American Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

ELGIN c.1925 Parisienne Lady & Tiger Art Deco Enamel Manual Bracelet Watch
ELGIN c.1925 Parisienne Lady & Tiger Art Deco Enamel Manual Bracelet 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 designed by Lucien Lelong.

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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
Elgin Ladies Yellow Gold Enamel Lady and The Tiger mechanical Wristwatch, 1920s

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 roaring tiger on one side and a 1920s flapper girl on the other.This watch was styled ...

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1920s American Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

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14k Gold

Vintage Elgin Octagonal-Shaped Nickle Watch, 1928
Vintage Elgin Octagonal-Shaped Nickle Watch, 1928

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 black-colored Arabic numerals. Powered by a 9-jewel, manual caliber movement. Equi...

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1920s American Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

Elgin 44mm
Elgin 44mm

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/ subseconds. 44 mm case size. Fine Pre-owned Elgin Watch. Certified preowned Vint...

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1910s Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

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14k Gold

Elgin 14 Karat White Gold Presentation Watch, circa 1929
Elgin 14 Karat White Gold Presentation Watch, circa 1929

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 40mm rectangular case with hinged lugs and distinctive blue enamel hexagonal shape...

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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
Vintage Elgin WWI Era Military Endurance Base Metal Watch, 1918

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 Original Black Dial with White Arabic Numbers and Star Minute Markers. Triple Sign...

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1910s American Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

1918 WW1 / Trench Watch Elgin Rare White Star Dial "Foch"
1918 WW1 / Trench Watch Elgin Rare White Star Dial "Foch"

1918 WW1 / Trench Watch Elgin Rare White Star Dial "Foch"

By Elgin

Located in Raleigh, NC

This white dial is much harder to come by as far fewer of these were manufactured compared to the black dials What are WW1 or Trench watches? They were created using 3/0 and 0 ...

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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.
1910 WW1 / Trench Watch, Extraordinarily Elgin Rare Caliber 201, 19 Jewel.

1910 WW1 / Trench Watch, Extraordinarily Elgin Rare Caliber 201, 19 Jewel.

By Elgin

Located in Raleigh, NC

A couple of watches currently listed were used in the filming. 1900 Elgin rare 19 jewel WW1 / Trench Watch.

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1910s American Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

1919 Rare Small Font Dial Elgin "Foch" Hermetic, Solid Nickel, Stunning
1919 Rare Small Font Dial Elgin "Foch" Hermetic, Solid Nickel, Stunning

1919 Rare Small Font Dial Elgin "Foch" Hermetic, Solid Nickel, Stunning

By Elgin

Located in Raleigh, NC

What are World War 1 or Trench watches? They were created using 3/0 and 0 size pocket watch movements and installing into watch cases that were meant to worn on the wrist. it is not...

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1910s North American Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

1928 Elgin 6/0 Art Deco 15 Jewel Stunner, Beautifully Restored
1928 Elgin 6/0 Art Deco 15 Jewel Stunner, Beautifully Restored

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 offerings of ALL time. It is one watch that can easily summarize the “Art Deco” tim...

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1920s North American Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

Elgin White Gold Presentation Wristwatch with Enamel Bezel and Hinged Lugs
Elgin White Gold Presentation Wristwatch with Enamel Bezel and Hinged Lugs

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, blue enamel hexagonal bezel. Featuring a two-tone silvered dial with black chapter ri...

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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
1925 Art Deco Elgin Square, Stunning Condition

1925 Art Deco Elgin Square, Stunning Condition

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H 0.48 in W 1.11 in Dm 1.42 in

1925 Art Deco Elgin Square, Stunning Condition

By Elgin

Located in Raleigh, NC

So, this Elgin was introduced as a cutting-edge wristwatch in 1925, think of it as this, a start up wrist watch company!

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1920s American Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

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Gold-filled

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Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Tortue Shape / Art Deco / Reference 0728 METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length ...

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By Elgin

Located in Long Beach, CA

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1940s American Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

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Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Watch circa 1940's with Flawless Original Dial
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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 38mm Lug Tip to Lug ...

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By Buren

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Buren Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 42mm Length X 23mm Diameter MOVEMENT / CAL...

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By Elgin

Located in Long Beach, CA

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Located in Long Beach, CA

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By J.E. Caldwell & Co.

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: J.E Caldwell STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Solid Yellow and White Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1930's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 37mm X Width 17mm MOVEME...

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1930s Swiss Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

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Gold

Chronometre Election 18Kt. Solid Gold Campaign Style Watch, Circa 1920's
Chronometre Election 18Kt. Solid Gold Campaign Style Watch, Circa 1920's

Chronometre Election 18Kt. Solid Gold Campaign Style Watch, Circa 1920's

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Chronometre Election STYLE / REFERENCE: Military Campaign Style / Articulated Lugs METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt. Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Lengt...

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1920s Swiss Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

Bulova 14Kt Solid White Gold Art Deco Ladies Watch with Diamonds circa 1940's
Bulova 14Kt Solid White Gold Art Deco Ladies Watch with Diamonds circa 1940's

Bulova 14Kt Solid White Gold Art Deco Ladies Watch with Diamonds circa 1940's

By Bulova

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Bulova Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Dress Watch METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt Solid White Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 30mm "Lug Tip t...

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1940s American Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

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White Gold

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Antique Art Nouveau Ladies Wrist Watch, Platinum with Diamonds

Antique Art Nouveau Ladies Wrist Watch, Platinum with Diamonds

Located in Berlin, DE

Antique Art Nouveau ladies watch, platinum with diamonds. Case and strap are studded with diamonds throughout. Manual wind movement. Very good condition.

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1910s Art Nouveau Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

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Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Platinum Diamond Genève Ladies Cocktail Watch Circa 1930s
Art Deco Platinum Diamond Genève Ladies Cocktail Watch Circa 1930s

Art Deco Platinum Diamond Genève Ladies Cocktail Watch Circa 1930s

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This Art Deco platinum and diamond ladies cocktail watch dates to the 1920s to 1930s and features the refined geometric design associated with early 20th century jewelry watches. The...

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1920s Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

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Diamond, Platinum

1920s Croton Ladies Platinum Diamond Wristwatch with 17-Jewel Movement
1920s Croton Ladies Platinum Diamond Wristwatch with 17-Jewel Movement

1920s Croton Ladies Platinum Diamond Wristwatch with 17-Jewel Movement

By Croton

Located in Wallkill, NY

Croton Ladies platinum and diamond wristwatch, 17-jewel manual-wind movement. Measuring 13 mm wide x 26 mm, 6.25 in Long for a small wrist. In working condition. Be sure to check ou...

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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

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Diamond, Platinum

Bulova 14K Ladies Wrist Watch Engraved Ruby Art Deco Original 1932 15 Jewels 6AF
Bulova 14K Ladies Wrist Watch Engraved Ruby Art Deco Original 1932 15 Jewels 6AF

Bulova 14K Ladies Wrist Watch Engraved Ruby Art Deco Original 1932 15 Jewels 6AF

By Bulova Watch Company

Located in Dearborn, MI

Bulova 14K Ladies Wrist Watch Engraved Ruby Art Deco Original 1932 15 Jewels 6AF Near Mint, Super Clean Runs Great and Keeps Accurate Time 14K White Gold Case; We Tested it Twic...

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1930s Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

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Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

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Located in Long Beach, CA

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Located in Long Beach, CA

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Located in Long Beach, CA

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By Lord Elgin

Located in Long Beach, CA

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By Audemars Piguet

Located in Palm Beach, FL

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By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

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Located in Long Beach, CA

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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.

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