DESCRIPTION:
Elgin Watch Co., Elgin, Illinois, grade 91 convertible, 16 size, 21 jewels, stem wind and lever set, ornately damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance, gold jewel settings, gold timing screws, gold wheel train and Moseley micrometric regulator in a 14 karat, yellow gold, hinged back and bezel, reeded edge, engine turned open face case and Roman numeral, double sunk white enamel dial, plum colored steel Breguet style hands, serial #942266, 111.5g TW, c1885.
CONDITION:
CASE: Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Very slight deformation to band and rear cover, just to one side of hinge; Incorrect crystal; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Short hairline at edge, 1:00. HANDS: Very good. MOVEMENT PLATES: A few minor scratches on plate. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks). RARITY: This is a three star watch in Gilbert, Engle and Shugart's `Complete Price Guide to Watches`, uncommon, less than 350 made. A rare watch, in exceptional condition.
ESTIMATE:
$3500
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$4500
PRICE SOLD:
$3200
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