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Elgin 250
Serial #8688900

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Manufacturer Elgin
Grade 250
Serial Number 8688900
Size 18s
Model 5
Jewel Count 17j
Setting Pendant
Finish Gilt
Case Material Goldfilled
Case Manufacturer Dueber Hampden Watch Co.
Case Grade/Model X
Case Serial # 8034167
Case Details The watch was purchased as "movement, dial, and hands only", and was re-cased from on hand spares.
Dial Material Glass Enamel
Dial Type Single-Sunk
Dial Style Arabic
Dial Signing Name Elgin
Dial Details Chips at the outer edge of the dial at 24-25 min. and 50-51 min.
Movement Markings "17 JEWELS, ADJUSTED. SAFETY PINION" and the serial no. are stamped on the train bridge.
"ELGIN NAT'L WATCH CO. USA" is stamped on the barrel bridge.
The gilt movement was in near nint condition and looked new having no dirt, corrosion, or micro scratches on it's surfaces,
Contributed to the database by Mobilaero on June 24, 2018.
This collection record was most recently edited on November 28, 2022.