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New York, Nov 28, 2001
LOT 108
Elgin National Watch Co., U.S.A., No. 7678452, circa 1898.Fine, gold-filled, keyless Masonic watch.
USD 1,200 - 1,600
C. three-body, "bassine" by "Philadelphia Watch Case Co.", screwed bezel and back, engine-turned back with a blank shield. D. white enamel, Masonic symbols for hour chapter, outer minute ring, center with painted Masonic symbols, sunk subsidiary seconds with painted bee hive in the center. Blued steel "Spade" hands. M. 18 size, gilt, full plate, 15 jewels, straight line lever escapement, cut-bimetallic compensation balance, blued steel flat balance spring, safety pinion.Signed on the dial and movement.Diam. 54.7 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: A |
Good |
Case: 3 |
Good |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 2-01 |
Very good HANDS Original |