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Elgin 279
Serial #11507588

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Manufacturer Elgin
Grade 279
Serial Number 11507588
Size 18s
Model 5
Jewel Count 17j
Setting Pendant
Finish Nickel
Case Material Goldfilled
Case Manufacturer Bates & Bacon
Case Grade/Model
Case Serial # 576007
Case Details Cross-threading problems with bezel and case back. Case in good condition with light wear.
Dial Material Enamel
Dial Type Single-Sunk
Dial Style Arabic
Dial Signing Name Elgin
Dial Details Hair line from 9 o'clock to 50 second marker on second hand sub-dial.
Movement Markings "Overland 17j Elgin Ill, U.S.A." stamped on the barrel bridge. "Elgin Natl. Watch Co., Safety Pinion", and serial no. stamped on train bridge. "Adjusted" stamped on the balance cock.
Contributed to the database by Mobilaero on September 8, 2014.
This collection record was most recently edited on November 6, 2021.