#62 • Elgin National Watch Co. 7 Jewel Octagonal Pocket Watch

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

High bid $55.00

Status: Sold

Offered is a handsome Elgin National Watch Co. Grade 303, Model 3 pocket watch featuring a 7-jewel movement housed in an elegant octagonal Illinois Watch Case Co. “Spartan” case. The white enamel dial is signed “Elgin” and displays bold black Arabic numerals, a recessed sub-seconds dial at six o’clock, and blued-steel spade hands. Light surface marks are present but do not detract from its vintage appeal. The nickel damascened movement is marked Elgin Nat’l Watch Co. U.S.A., serial number 28645808, confirming its Grade 303, Model 3, 7-jewel configuration, produced circa 1925–1926. The case interior is stamped Illinois Watch Case Co. Spartan with serial number 0833649, and the crown is fitted with a blue cabochon accent. The octagonal case features a vertical line and shield motif on the reverse with a polished bezel and engraved edge detailing. Not currently in working condition.