#32 • Illinois Movement "Burlington Special" 19 Jewel Pocket Watch

Part of Jewelry and Pocket Watch Online Auction (timed auction by Linkous Auction Group)

High bid $120.00

Status: Sold

Burlington Special pocket watch, a classic American timepiece that reflects the craftsmanship and precision of early 20th-century horology. The dial features bold black Arabic numerals with red minute markers at five-minute intervals, framed by ornate hands and a subsidiary seconds dial at six o’clock. The watch is housed in a gold-colored case with a smooth finish and decorative engraving on the reverse, showing signs of gentle wear consistent with age and use. Beneath the dial, the movement is marked “A. Lincoln” and “Illinois Watch Co., Springfield,” with the serial number 1296496, indicating its origin from one of the most respected watchmakers of the era. The mechanism is adjusted and finely jeweled, showcasing the intricate gearwork and engineering that made Burlington Special watches a favorite among railroad professionals and collectors alike. The case interior bears the emblem of the Philadelphia Watch Case Co. and is stamped “TWENTY YEARS,” attesting to its durability and quality. This timepiece offers both historical significance and mechanical beauty, ideal for collectors seeking authenticity and elegance in a working antique. In working condition!