$122.50
Original: $350.00
-65%Antique 1868 ELGIN Grade 57 G.M. Wheeler Pocket Watch - Key Wind Silver Open Caseā
$350.00
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AS IS / RUNS / NEEDS SERVICE
1868 ELGIN ā Grade 57 G.M. Wheeler Pocket Watch - Key Wind
Ā
Dated fromĀ 1868, this is a very rare and well-preserved timepiece! A unique vintage Elgin pocket watch, just with 5 digits serial number N.Ā 17676,Ā made by the famous US watchmarker Elgin Watch Company.
It is a manual-winding watch with a high-grade Elgin movement, size 18s, grade 57 G.M. Wheeler, 11 jewels, key wind, sub-second, U.S.A. made.
Ā
George M. Wheeler was one of the founders and board of directors of Elgin National Watch Co. from 1864 through 1868. To honor one of the founders of the company, the mark "G.M. Wheeler"Ā was introduced in 1867 as a trade name or private label and it was used By Elgin National Co. on high grade pocket watch movements.
Ā Ā
After +150 years, it still has the super clean and original white dial featuring bold Roman Numerals, "railroad" minute track and blue steel matching hands. Ā The sub second is located at 6 o'clock. The dial is also signed with National Watch Co. on top.
Ā
It is cased in a 59.5mm round case with a beautiful engraved. The case is also signed āSterling Silverā. It comes with the key wind. Today this is a very unique watch a very collectible piece.
This pocket watch needs service but it will make an excellent addition to any watch enthusiast's collection.
*The pocket watch holder is not included with the purchase of this pocket watch.Ā Ā
Thank you for looking! Please feel free to contact us with any question, or respectful offers.
AS IS! - NEEDS SERVICE
Movement:
Elgin Ill.
G.M. Wheeler
Patend
N. 17676
Case Back Markers:
A. M. WATCH CO.
WALTHAM MASS
WARRANTED
STERLING SILVER
K173
Measurements (mm):
Case 59.5
Case w/Crown 70.5
Case Thickness 18.8
Vintage watches are traditionally smaller than today's watches. Menās watches typically measure between 29-36mm wide (some larger, some smaller) excluding the crown. In the listing details we typically try to do our best to list all pertinent dimensions of a watch. If you don't see it, or we failed to do so, please reach out to us. Womenās watches from the 1900s-1970s were also much smaller than today's offerings. Please also feel free to ask any questions you have pertaining to size.
Ā
We prefer to shoot photographs outside when weather is permitting. However, when we shoot indoors, please be aware that we shoot our photographs inside of lightboxes that are lit with 360 LED bulbs. This indeed magnifies any flaws. Usually, they are much less obvious to the naked eye. Having said that, we never photoshop any of our photography, remove blemishes, etc. We adjust lighting when necessary, but what you see is what you are getting, and we take pride in that.
The condition is pre-owned.
The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear but is fully operational and functions as intended.
Please review the photos and feel free to ask any questions you may have.
It will be carefully packed.
Please view our other listings.
Thank you for looking!
WA-0714Ā Ā
1868 ELGIN ā Grade 57 G.M. Wheeler Pocket Watch - Key Wind
Ā
Dated fromĀ 1868, this is a very rare and well-preserved timepiece! A unique vintage Elgin pocket watch, just with 5 digits serial number N.Ā 17676,Ā made by the famous US watchmarker Elgin Watch Company.
It is a manual-winding watch with a high-grade Elgin movement, size 18s, grade 57 G.M. Wheeler, 11 jewels, key wind, sub-second, U.S.A. made.
Ā
George M. Wheeler was one of the founders and board of directors of Elgin National Watch Co. from 1864 through 1868. To honor one of the founders of the company, the mark "G.M. Wheeler"Ā was introduced in 1867 as a trade name or private label and it was used By Elgin National Co. on high grade pocket watch movements.
Ā Ā
After +150 years, it still has the super clean and original white dial featuring bold Roman Numerals, "railroad" minute track and blue steel matching hands. Ā The sub second is located at 6 o'clock. The dial is also signed with National Watch Co. on top.
Ā
It is cased in a 59.5mm round case with a beautiful engraved. The case is also signed āSterling Silverā. It comes with the key wind. Today this is a very unique watch a very collectible piece.
This pocket watch needs service but it will make an excellent addition to any watch enthusiast's collection.
*The pocket watch holder is not included with the purchase of this pocket watch.Ā Ā
Thank you for looking! Please feel free to contact us with any question, or respectful offers.
AS IS! - NEEDS SERVICE
Movement:
Elgin Ill.
G.M. Wheeler
Patend
N. 17676
Case Back Markers:
A. M. WATCH CO.
WALTHAM MASS
WARRANTED
STERLING SILVER
K173
Measurements (mm):
Case 59.5
Case w/Crown 70.5
Case Thickness 18.8
Vintage watches are traditionally smaller than today's watches. Menās watches typically measure between 29-36mm wide (some larger, some smaller) excluding the crown. In the listing details we typically try to do our best to list all pertinent dimensions of a watch. If you don't see it, or we failed to do so, please reach out to us. Womenās watches from the 1900s-1970s were also much smaller than today's offerings. Please also feel free to ask any questions you have pertaining to size.
Ā
We prefer to shoot photographs outside when weather is permitting. However, when we shoot indoors, please be aware that we shoot our photographs inside of lightboxes that are lit with 360 LED bulbs. This indeed magnifies any flaws. Usually, they are much less obvious to the naked eye. Having said that, we never photoshop any of our photography, remove blemishes, etc. We adjust lighting when necessary, but what you see is what you are getting, and we take pride in that.
The condition is pre-owned.
The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear but is fully operational and functions as intended.
Please review the photos and feel free to ask any questions you may have.
It will be carefully packed.
Please view our other listings.
Thank you for looking!
WA-0714Ā Ā
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Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Description
AS IS / RUNS / NEEDS SERVICE
1868 ELGIN ā Grade 57 G.M. Wheeler Pocket Watch - Key Wind
Ā
Dated fromĀ 1868, this is a very rare and well-preserved timepiece! A unique vintage Elgin pocket watch, just with 5 digits serial number N.Ā 17676,Ā made by the famous US watchmarker Elgin Watch Company.
It is a manual-winding watch with a high-grade Elgin movement, size 18s, grade 57 G.M. Wheeler, 11 jewels, key wind, sub-second, U.S.A. made.
Ā
George M. Wheeler was one of the founders and board of directors of Elgin National Watch Co. from 1864 through 1868. To honor one of the founders of the company, the mark "G.M. Wheeler"Ā was introduced in 1867 as a trade name or private label and it was used By Elgin National Co. on high grade pocket watch movements.
Ā Ā
After +150 years, it still has the super clean and original white dial featuring bold Roman Numerals, "railroad" minute track and blue steel matching hands. Ā The sub second is located at 6 o'clock. The dial is also signed with National Watch Co. on top.
Ā
It is cased in a 59.5mm round case with a beautiful engraved. The case is also signed āSterling Silverā. It comes with the key wind. Today this is a very unique watch a very collectible piece.
This pocket watch needs service but it will make an excellent addition to any watch enthusiast's collection.
*The pocket watch holder is not included with the purchase of this pocket watch.Ā Ā
Thank you for looking! Please feel free to contact us with any question, or respectful offers.
AS IS! - NEEDS SERVICE
Movement:
Elgin Ill.
G.M. Wheeler
Patend
N. 17676
Case Back Markers:
A. M. WATCH CO.
WALTHAM MASS
WARRANTED
STERLING SILVER
K173
Measurements (mm):
Case 59.5
Case w/Crown 70.5
Case Thickness 18.8
Vintage watches are traditionally smaller than today's watches. Menās watches typically measure between 29-36mm wide (some larger, some smaller) excluding the crown. In the listing details we typically try to do our best to list all pertinent dimensions of a watch. If you don't see it, or we failed to do so, please reach out to us. Womenās watches from the 1900s-1970s were also much smaller than today's offerings. Please also feel free to ask any questions you have pertaining to size.
Ā
We prefer to shoot photographs outside when weather is permitting. However, when we shoot indoors, please be aware that we shoot our photographs inside of lightboxes that are lit with 360 LED bulbs. This indeed magnifies any flaws. Usually, they are much less obvious to the naked eye. Having said that, we never photoshop any of our photography, remove blemishes, etc. We adjust lighting when necessary, but what you see is what you are getting, and we take pride in that.
The condition is pre-owned.
The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear but is fully operational and functions as intended.
Please review the photos and feel free to ask any questions you may have.
It will be carefully packed.
Please view our other listings.
Thank you for looking!
WA-0714Ā Ā
1868 ELGIN ā Grade 57 G.M. Wheeler Pocket Watch - Key Wind
Ā
Dated fromĀ 1868, this is a very rare and well-preserved timepiece! A unique vintage Elgin pocket watch, just with 5 digits serial number N.Ā 17676,Ā made by the famous US watchmarker Elgin Watch Company.
It is a manual-winding watch with a high-grade Elgin movement, size 18s, grade 57 G.M. Wheeler, 11 jewels, key wind, sub-second, U.S.A. made.
Ā
George M. Wheeler was one of the founders and board of directors of Elgin National Watch Co. from 1864 through 1868. To honor one of the founders of the company, the mark "G.M. Wheeler"Ā was introduced in 1867 as a trade name or private label and it was used By Elgin National Co. on high grade pocket watch movements.
Ā Ā
After +150 years, it still has the super clean and original white dial featuring bold Roman Numerals, "railroad" minute track and blue steel matching hands. Ā The sub second is located at 6 o'clock. The dial is also signed with National Watch Co. on top.
Ā
It is cased in a 59.5mm round case with a beautiful engraved. The case is also signed āSterling Silverā. It comes with the key wind. Today this is a very unique watch a very collectible piece.
This pocket watch needs service but it will make an excellent addition to any watch enthusiast's collection.
*The pocket watch holder is not included with the purchase of this pocket watch.Ā Ā
Thank you for looking! Please feel free to contact us with any question, or respectful offers.
AS IS! - NEEDS SERVICE
Movement:
Elgin Ill.
G.M. Wheeler
Patend
N. 17676
Case Back Markers:
A. M. WATCH CO.
WALTHAM MASS
WARRANTED
STERLING SILVER
K173
Measurements (mm):
Case 59.5
Case w/Crown 70.5
Case Thickness 18.8
Vintage watches are traditionally smaller than today's watches. Menās watches typically measure between 29-36mm wide (some larger, some smaller) excluding the crown. In the listing details we typically try to do our best to list all pertinent dimensions of a watch. If you don't see it, or we failed to do so, please reach out to us. Womenās watches from the 1900s-1970s were also much smaller than today's offerings. Please also feel free to ask any questions you have pertaining to size.
Ā
We prefer to shoot photographs outside when weather is permitting. However, when we shoot indoors, please be aware that we shoot our photographs inside of lightboxes that are lit with 360 LED bulbs. This indeed magnifies any flaws. Usually, they are much less obvious to the naked eye. Having said that, we never photoshop any of our photography, remove blemishes, etc. We adjust lighting when necessary, but what you see is what you are getting, and we take pride in that.
The condition is pre-owned.
The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear but is fully operational and functions as intended.
Please review the photos and feel free to ask any questions you may have.
It will be carefully packed.
Please view our other listings.
Thank you for looking!
WA-0714Ā Ā
