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Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

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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1890s North American Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

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
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1910s American Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

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Antique 1918 Elgin Rare 6 Size 15J Trench Watch 100+ Years Young!
1918 Elgin Rare 6 Size 15J Trench Watch 100+ Years Young!
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H 0.4 in W 1.58 in Dm 1.58 in
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

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
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1910s American Anglo-Indian Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

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1918 Elgin Rare 6 Size 15J Trench Watch With Armor Shield 118 Years Young!
By Elgin
Located in Raleigh, NC
hard to find 6 size wrist watches from the Trench watch era, let alone one that has an original crystal
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1910s American Art Nouveau Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

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Mixed Metal

Rare Elgin “Madame Jenny” Art-Deco c 1928 Ladies Watch in 14K Gold Fill & Enamel
By Elgin
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This fine & very rare timepiece is a beautiful ladies' bracelet watch by Elgin The timepiece is
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1920s American Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

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14k Gold, Gold-filled, Enamel

1928 Art Deco Elgin 15 Jewel Survivor, Beautiful Restoration
By Elgin
Located in Raleigh, NC
What a beautiful watch. This 1920’s Men’s Elgin has been restored from the ground up. The 7 jewel
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1920s American Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

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Gold-filled

1925 Elgin 14KW Solid Gold Survivor, Trifold Case, Stunning
By Elgin
Located in Raleigh, NC
karat solid white gold. It was priced in 1925 at $40.00. To spend $40.00 on a gold wrist watch was but a
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1920s North American Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

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Gold, 14k Gold

Antique 1925 Elgin 14KW Solid Gold Survivor, Trifold Case, Stunning
1925 Elgin 14KW Solid Gold Survivor, Trifold Case, Stunning
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H 0.34 in W 0.93 in Dm 1.42 in
Elgin “Hermetic” Trench / WW1 Y/G Filled Beautiful Survivor!
By Elgin
Located in Raleigh, NC
. This is a real treasure. What exactly is a “Trench Watch or World War1 Wrist Watch? What is a
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1920s American Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

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Gold-filled

1928 Elgin E-1 Series, 15 Jewel, Rare Dial Offering
By Elgin
Located in Raleigh, NC
, one of the prolific early American wrist watch manufacturers. The played a significant role during the
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1920s American Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

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Gold-filled

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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Early 20th Century American Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

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
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1910s American Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

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Sterling Silver

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

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Mixed Metal

1915 Waltham WW1 Trench Watch, Rare 16 Jewel Movement. Stunning
By Waltham
Located in Raleigh, NC
Trench styled watches from that era that were 0 sized. What is a “Wire Lug / Fixed Lug” Wrist Watch
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1910s American Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

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Sterling Silver

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Illinois Watch Co. Art Deco Gold Filled New Old Stock circa 1920s Original Box
By Illinois Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Illinois Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Cushion Shape / Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: White Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 33mm x Width 2...
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1920s American Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

Elgin Yellow Gold Filled 1940's Art deco Tonneau Shaped Watch with Original Dial
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tonneau Shape METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 36mm X Width 27mm...
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1940s American Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

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Gold-filled

Rolex, Art Deco, Gold Wristwatch 1938
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco vintage wristwatch by Rolex dated 1938. Yellow gold 9ct case marked Rolex and “RWC LTD” for the Rolex Watch Company Ltd and "31 Records Universels” (World’s Records), G...
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1930s Swiss Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

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Gold

Rolex, Art Deco, Gold Wristwatch 1938
Rolex, Art Deco, Gold Wristwatch 1938
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Rolex Tudor Vintage Rose Gold Wrist Watch
By Tudor
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1930 Tudor Rolex Wrist Watch, 33 x 27 M.M. 9k Rose Gold Tonneau shape 3 piece case. 15 Jewel Mechanical, Manual wind movement, Original, Excellent condition 2 tone Gold dial wi...
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1930s Swiss Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

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Rose Gold

Vacheron Constantin Yellow and White Gold Art Deco Watch, circa 1930s
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Vacheron Constantin STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Two Tone Gold METAL / MATERIAL: 18 Kt Yellow Gold DIMENSIONS: Length 39mm X Width 22mm CIRCA YEAR: 1930's MOVEMENT...
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1930s Swiss Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

Longines Nickel Silver Enamel Dial Chronograph Pocket Watch
By Longines
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Longines Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Open Faced / Pocket Watch METAL / MATERIAL: Nickel DIMENSIONS: Diameter 52mm CIRCA: 1915 MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Winding / 17...
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1910s Swiss Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

Movado 14Kt. Solid Gold Art Deco Oversized Watch from 1920's with Original Dial
By Movado
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Movado Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Oversized Watch METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 50mm X Diameter 4...
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1920s Swiss Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

Movado Sterling Silver Campaign Style Tonneau Shape Manual Winding, circa 1915
By Movado
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Movado Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Campaign Style Tonneau Shape METAL / MATERIAL: Sterling CIRCA / YEAR: 1915 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 50mm x Diameter 32mm M...
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1910s Swiss Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

Audemars Piguet 18Kt. Yellow and Rose Gold Hand Made Art Deco Dress Watch 1940's
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Audemars Piguet Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt. Gold Two Tone Yellow & Rose DIMENSIONS: Length 34mm X Width 25mm CI...
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1940s Swiss Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

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Rose Gold

Mid Century Henso Retro Wrist Watch in 14kt Gold with Graduated Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
Modernist retro wristwatch designed by the Henso Watch Co. Very elegant women wristwatch, created during the mid century period by the Henso Watch Co. This piece has a very terrific...
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20th Century Swiss Modern Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

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Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rare 1947 Palladium / Diamond Dial 19 Jewel
By Hamilton
Located in Raleigh, NC
Welcome to Vintage Watch Corner, where one can find the most unusual timepieces that are sure to have stories that will never be revealed. Everyone looks at your watch and it represe...
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1940s American Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

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Diamond

Rare 1947 Palladium / Diamond Dial 19 Jewel
Rare 1947 Palladium / Diamond Dial 19 Jewel
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Abercrombie & Fitch Stainless Steel 1 Button Chronograph Watch, 1930s
By Abercrombie & Fitch
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Abercrombie & Fitch STYLE / REFERENCE: 1 Button Chronograph METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel and Chromium DIMENSIONS: Length 36mm X Diameter 30mm CIRCA: 1930's ...
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1930s American Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

Waltham 14kt. Solid Gold Art Deco Tortue Shaped Early American Watch from 1912
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Tortue Shaped (Tortoise) METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Solid Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1912 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 25mm X Width...
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1910s American Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

Regina Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Campaign Style from 1915 with Enamel Dial
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Regina Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Military Campaign or Trench Style METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1915 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm X D...
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1910s Swiss Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

Longines Silver & Niello Watch from 1915 Dial by Stern Freres Matching Chain
By Longines
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Longines Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Open Faced Art Deco Pocket Watch METAL / MATERIAL: Silver and Niello CIRCA / YEAR: 1915 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter 45mm M...
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1910s Swiss Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

Rolex 9 Carat Gold Cushion Shaped Watch with Original Breguet Dial from 1922
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Cushion Shape / Fixed Wire Lugs METAL / MATERIAL: 9Ct. English Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1922 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 31mm x...
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1920s Swiss Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

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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

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

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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

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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

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

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

Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Open Faced Pocket Watch from 1906
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
enamel dial. Elgin was one of America's premier watch factories producing all grades of wrist and pocket
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Early 1900s American Art Deco 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

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

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Gold-filled

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
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

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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

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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

Shreve & Co. Oversized Pocket Wrist Watch with Engraved Chapter Ring, circa 1920
By Shreve & Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
Elgin Watch Company for Shreve and Co. the premier house in San Francisco. This is a unique watch which
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1920s American Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

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

Antique 1906 Elgin National Deuber Special 7 Jewel 14k GF Hunter Pocket Watch
By Elgin Clocks
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique early 20th century ladies pocket watch / time piece and chain by Elgin National Watch
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Early 1900s American Late Victorian Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

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Metal

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 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

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

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14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Ladies Diamond & Platinum Watch
Located in San Francisco, CA
A magnificent and masterfully made Art Deco diamond bracelet watch with a sophisticated and
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Elgin Wrist Watch

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Diamond, Platinum

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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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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.

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Questions About Elgin
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    It 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, 2021
    Yes, Elgin watches are valuable. Since they are in high demand in the vintage and antique watch market, they are a coveted item for watch collectors and enthusiasts.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Some 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.