Elgin 16s 17J, circa 1904
Model 6, Grade 337 "G. M.
Wheeler"
Pendant Set, Stem Wind
Gold Filled Screw Back and Bezel
Case
Dial: This original
single sunk Arabic numeral dial is signed ELGIN. The dial appears
to be in pristine condition, as perfect as the day it left the factory
over 100 years ago! The thick cobalt blue spade hands are in excellent
condition as well!
Movement: The
nickel damaskeened movement is in excellent condition! This was
one of the higher grade movements when it was produced. It has the
more desireable three finger train bridge. It is marked G.M. WHEELER,
ELGIN, ILL, USA in gold filled engraved lettering. It features an
expansion balance, patent micro-regulator, and 17 jewels in screw
down settings! It has been professionally cleaned and oiled and
is keeping good time!
Case: The screw
back and bezel case in in good condition. There are some signs of
use, including some very minor wear to the brass, as well as minor
dings and tiny scuffs due to normal pocket wear. The front bezel
and back cover thread and unthread properly. There is a lot of life
left on the bow and crown.
Crystal: Nice
clear glass crystal looks in nearly new condition!
Dimensions:
About 2 inches wide (about 52 mm)
About 3 inches tall (about 74 mm)
About 1/2 inch thick (about 13 mm)
Item Number: elgin_12163426
SOLD!
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