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Elgin Pocket Watch

By thomas dorney, 23 August, 2008
Description

This piece is Elgin Pocket Watch made 1924 based on the movement serial number.  The case is made by Keystone Watch Company that went bankrupt in 1890 and bought by the Hamilton Watch Company. The case number is 6157203 and has keystone trademark and marked "Guaranteed 14k 585 Fine K.W.C. Co. 6157203".  The inside is marked with "Elgin National Watch Co. USA" and "17 Jewels".  I believe the grade is 344.

The gold chain iwas made by the liberty Company and is 18k gold and weighs 40 grams.

Category
Watches and Timepieces
Medium
14 k gold
Distinguishing marks
movement 27559508, 17 jewels, Keystone case #6157203,
Condition
Excellent
Date Period
made 1924
Weight
Chain made by liberty Company 18k gold 40 grams
History
inherited
Price Paid (If known)
size = 12s grade=344
For Sale?
No
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