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AEDElgin National Watch Co. “Working Man’s” Pocket Watch – 7 Jewels – Gold-Filled Kingston Case – Serial No. 16468834 – Circa 1911
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About Auction
TimedNov 8, 2025 - Nov 23, 2025
$1.00 Starting Bids NO RESERVES! Opens Nov 8, staggered lot closing Nov 23. An exclusive auction of men’s vintage pocket watches, fine jewelry, and jewelry-grade gemstones. Featuring gold and silver timepieces from Elgin, Waltham, Hamilton, and more, plus 14K–18K gold rings, chains, and collectible opals, emeralds, and quartz from around the world. No reserves — all bids start at just $1! Opens Nov 8, closes Nov 23 @ 430pm CST. Best Estate Services hello@bestestateservices.com
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Elgin National Watch Co. pocket watch – gold-filled case – early 20th-century American working man’s timepiece.
Description:
Offered here is a classic early 20th-century American pocket watch by the Elgin National Watch Company, a model that became known as the “working man’s” watch for its combination of durability, dependability, and affordability. Produced around 1911, this piece exemplifies Elgin’s commitment to quality craftsmanship accessible to the everyday tradesman or railroad worker of the period.
The white enamel dial is signed “ELGIN” and features bold Arabic numerals, a red outer minute track, and a sub-seconds register at 6 o’clock. The dial is clean with only light aging and retains excellent legibility. The blued-steel spade and whip hands show attractive coloration and are well matched to the dial’s classic layout.
The nickel-finished movement is beautifully damaskeened and marked:
“Elgin Nat’l Watch Co., U.S.A., 7 Jewels, Safety Pinion.”
The serial number 16468834 dates production to circa 1911, during Elgin’s height as America’s most prolific watchmaker. The safety pinion system was an Elgin innovation designed to prevent damage to the train during mainspring failure—an important feature for reliable daily wear.
The gold-filled case by Kingston, serial number 2334118, is engraved with a pastoral landscape scene on the back and a floral-scroll bezel, giving it both durability and aesthetic charm. The case opens smoothly on both front and rear covers, with interior markings reading:
“Kingston Guaranteed”
and exhibits a warm, even patina consistent with light use and age.
This pocket watch winds, sets, and runs smoothly at the time of cataloging, though accuracy and duration of power reserve have not been tested. Offered as-is.
Value and Sale Information:
Elgin’s early 20th-century pocket watches were built for dependability and remain among the most collectible and mechanically reliable vintage American timepieces. This “Working Man’s” 7-jewel model in a handsome gold-filled Kingston case is both historically significant and aesthetically appealing.
Comparable examples in similar condition typically range from $350 to $600, depending on case condition and operation.
This well-preserved example, showing bright engraving and smooth function, is valued around $475.Offered for sale as-is, this Elgin Working Man’s pocket watch is a fine representation of the rugged practicality and beauty of American horology from the early 1900s.
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This pocket watch winds, sets, and runs smoothly at the time of cataloging, though accuracy and duration of power reserve have not been tested. Offered as-is.
Offered for sale as-is, this Elgin Working Man’s pocket watch is a fine representation of the rugged practicality and beauty of American horology from the early 1900s.
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Details:
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Maker: Elgin National Watch Co., U.S.A.
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Serial Number: 16,468,834
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Jewels: 7
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Movement: Nickel damaskeened finish, safety pinion, open-face design
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Dial: White enamel with black Arabic numerals and red minute track
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Hands: Blued steel spade and whip
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Case Material: Gold-filled by Kingston
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Case Serial: 2,334,118
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Back Engraving: Scenic landscape with buildings and trees
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Era: Circa 1911
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Condition: Excellent antique condition; bright dial with minor age wear; crisp engraving; winds and runs; not tested for accuracy.
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