#38 • Illinois "Burlington" 21 Jewel Pocket Watch

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

High bid $95.00

Status: Sold

Burlington pocket watch, a distinguished example of early 20th-century American craftsmanship. The dial features bold black Arabic numerals and a subsidiary seconds register at six o’clock, with the Burlington name printed prominently at the center. The hands are classic spade-style, sweeping across a clean white face that reflects the utilitarian elegance of the railroad era. Housed in a gold-colored case with a polished finish and ornamental engraving, the exterior shows gentle wear consistent with age, adding character without compromising its integrity. Inside, the movement is marked “Burlington Watch Co., Chicago,” and features 21 jewels with a double roller escapement, indicating a high-grade mechanism built for precision and durability. The movement is adjusted to five positions and temperature, a hallmark of quality timekeeping designed to meet the rigorous standards of railway service. The case interior is stamped “Fahys Montauk Guaranteed 20 Years,” confirming its gold-filled construction and reliable origin. The serial number 3377822 dates the movement to the early 1900s, placing it firmly within the golden age of American pocket watches. In working condition!