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Illinois White Gold-Filled Art Deco Watch circa 1930's
$1,300
£986.41
€1,127.87
CA$1,815.75
A$2,018.86
CHF 1,054.14
MX$24,574.49
NOK 13,450.36
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DKK 8,417.51
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FACTORY / HOUSE: Illinois Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style
METAL / MATERIAL: White Gold Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1930
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 37mm X Width 27mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 17 Jewels / Caliber 205
DIAL / HANDS: Silvered with Arabic Numeral Markers / Blued Steel Hands
ATTACHMENT / BRACELET: Leather, 17mm / Regular Length
WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement
LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT
This is a classic example of one of the rarest of American Watches. It was produced in 1930, just after the Stock Market Crash. It is in excellent original condition and is still fitted with a period buckle as well. We have only had a couple of these in our last nearly 60 years in business. It has just been given a Factory Quality Service by our finest Master Watchmaker and it still has a Factory Rating on it. We will also be extending the warranty on it as well. In addition, it comes with a lifetime service commitment.
ILLINOIS WATCH COMPANY HISTORY
The Illinois Watch Company, a significant name in American horology, was founded in 1870 in Springfield, Illinois. Initially named the Springfield Watch Company, the organization was spearheaded by a group of ambitious entrepreneurs, including John C. Adams, John T. Stuart, and William B. Miller. The company's inception coincided with a burgeoning demand for accurate, mass-produced timepieces, and Illinois quickly rose to prominence by adopting innovative manufacturing techniques inspired by the Waltham Watch Company. Early success was driven by the production of high-quality, 18-size pocket watches, which catered to the needs of railroad workers and the general public alike. Financial difficulties in the early years led to reorganization and the subsequent adoption of the Illinois Watch Company name in 1879, solidifying the brand's identity and paving the way for decades of growth. The company's dedication to precision and craftsmanship ensured a loyal customer base, fostering its development.
Throughout the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Illinois Watch Company continued to innovate, introducing various sizes and grades of watches, including the highly regarded "Bunn Special" and "Sangamo Special" models, renowned for their accuracy and use on railroads. These models met the strict timekeeping standards required for safe and efficient train operations. The company also produced a range of stylish watches for the general consumer market, showcasing intricate designs and reliable movements. However, the economic turmoil of the Great Depression, coupled with increased competition from other watch manufacturers, proved challenging. In 1928, facing mounting financial pressures, the Illinois Watch Company was sold to the Hamilton Watch Company. While Hamilton continued to produce watches under the Illinois name for a short period, the brand's distinctive identity eventually faded, marking the end of an era for this important American watchmaker.
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- Date of Manufacture:1930
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. It is worth noting that this watch only had a 12-month warranty when it was new. However, we are so confident of our workmanship and team that we offer an 18-month warranty on all our watches, even those over 100 years old.
- Seller Location:Long Beach, CA
- Reference Number:Seller: 41771stDibs: LU422326122442
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