1918 Elgin “Opera” 3s Pocket Watch 7 Jewels Grade 463 Gold Filled Case U.S.A.

Watch Overview

This is a vintage Elgin “Opera” pocket watch, a classic American timepiece dating to 1918, featuring a white enamel dial with elegant Arabic numerals, a bold minute track, and a small seconds sub-dial at 6 o’clock.

It is an open-face manual-wind pocket watch powered by the original Elgin National Watch Co. mechanical movement, Grade 463, featuring 7 jewels, size 3/0s, Model 3, and made in the U.S.A. This compact movement was designed for elegant dress-style pocket watches of the era.

The watch is housed in a 46.9mm round 14K yellow gold filled case with polished finish and smooth bezel, paired with a classic bow and onion-style crown — a typical design.

Presented in working condition with a clean movement and well-preserved dial, this piece represents an excellent collectible example of early American horology.

Product Details

General Specifications

• Brand: Elgin
• Type: Pocket Watch
• Model: "Opera"
• Year / Era: 1918 - Vintage
• Gender: Men's
• Country of Manufacture: United States

Dial & Display

• Display: Analog
• Color: White
• Features: Arabic numerals, sub-seconds, minute track

Movement

• Type: Manual-winding
• Caliber: Elgin Grade 463
• Jewels: 7
• Some Features:
  • Small-second hand
  • Model 3
  • Size 3/0s
  • Run quantity 1,000
  • Grade/Model Run 3 of 103
  • Movement SN P0908495

Case

• Material: 14K gold filled
• Shape: Round
• Crystal: Acrylic
• Caseback: Snap
• Crown: Pull-push
• Closure: Open face

Case Measurements (mm)

• Case Size: 43.9
• Case Diameter w/Crown: 53
• Case Thickness: 12

Additional Info

• Box & Papers: NO
• Condition: The watch is in good condition, light signs of wear consistent with its age and use.
• Extras: It runs accurately. It is ready to wear and enjoy. The pocket watch holder is not included in the purchase.

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