Elgin Hunter Pocket Watch Grade 312
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
circa 1921
Maker / issuer
Elgin National Watch CompanyThis American-made Elgin hunter-cased pocket watch, dating to approximately 1921, features a 16-size case with a diameter of 50 mm. The case is constructed from 14K gold-filled metal and is decorated on both exterior sides with etched designs.
The dial is notable for its multicolor design in shades of pale blue and gold, featuring Arabic numerals and spade-style hands, with a dedicated subsidiary seconds dial positioned at six o'clock. The movement is an Elgin Grade 312 caliber, containing 15 jewels and finished with nickel plating. The watch utilizes a pendant-set and wind system. According to the auction source, the watch has been serviced and is reported to be in good working condition, with the overall state described as being near mint.
The watch is accompanied by a velvet pouch.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Size
- 16
- Type
- Hunter case pocket watch
- Grade
- Grade 312
- Maker
- Elgin National Watch Company
- Jewels
- 15
- Case Material
- 14K Gold Filled
- Serial Number
- 23937222
- Place recorded
- United States
- Movement Finish
- Nickel
- Movement Winding
- Pendant set and wind
- Maker / attribution
- Elgin National Watch Company
Design
- Visible features
- • Exterior case features etched Art Nouveau style patterns • Dial exhibits distinctive pale blue and gold color scheme • Movement plates marked with Elgin National Watch Co. signature • Pendant set and wind mechanism confirmed by the source
- Case and Dial Design
- The watch is housed in a 16-size hunter-style case measuring approximately 50 mm in diameter. The exterior of the gold-filled case is adorned with intricate etched patterns that the source describes as being in an Art Nouveau style. One of the hunter covers features a blank shield intended for the engraving of initials or a monogram. The dial presents a distinct multicolor aesthetic, utilizing pale blue and gold tones. The hour markers are indicated by black Arabic numerals, accompanied by black spade-style hands. A dedicated subsidiary seconds dial is located at the 6 o'clock position, integrated into the overall design of the dial.
- Condition and Attribution
- The watch is attributed to approximately 1921. The auction description reports that the object has been recently serviced and is currently in good working condition. The condition of the watch is classified by the source as near mint. The item is provided with a velvet pouch for storage and transport.
- Movement and Technical Specifications
- The watch is powered by the Elgin Grade 312 movement, a 15-jewel mechanical caliber. The movement is finished with nickel plating on its bridges. The watch functions using a pendant-winding and pendant-setting mechanism. The movement components include the company signature and a serial number engraved on the bridge structure. The watch has reportedly been serviced and is described by the source as being in accurate working order.
Identification
- Reference
- Grade 312
- Serial number
- 23937222
- Source note
- Facts transcribed from the linked source listing or collection record. Attribution and specifications are source-reported and have not been independently authenticated.
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.
Research required
- Research required: Gold-filled composition is based on source report
- Research required: Circa 1921 dating is provided by the source without independent verification