This is a 1923 Elgin white gold-filled open face model 345 pocket watch. The movement is a 3/4 plate, 17 ruby & sapphire jewelry, 12 size (44mm diameter) with serial #25243349. Approximate production year is 1923 with a run quantity of 6,000 and total production of 740,900. The watchcase is a Wadsworth white gold filled. The back of the case is engraved with a pinstripe shield motif. The porcelain dial has light hairline cracks. The main spring gear is missing its retaining ring and screw.
The watch is in excellent restorable condition. It would need to be serviced and cleaned to get running correctly. This mechanical watch is 106-years-old. It winds and tries to run, but it runs fast over the 24 hour period it was timed. A proper servicing is suggested. We do not offer these services. Please look over all of the pictures. We sell these watches as they are; with dirt, minor marks or damage from use (as is).
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