Elgin Masonic 14ct Yellow Gold Full Hunter Pocket Watch

Elgin Masonic 14ct Yellow Gold Full Hunter Pocket Watch

This Elgin full hunter pocket watch, made in the early 20th century in the USA, features a dial with Masonic symbols and a 15-jewel movement.

• Diameter: 45 mm
• Depth: 10 m
• Weight: 71 grams
• Condition: The watch is pre - owned, minor signs of usage, excellent condition overall.

History: The Elgin National Watch Company, commonly known as Elgin Watch Company, was a major American watchmaker founded in 1864 in Elgin, Illinois. The company became one of the largest and most well-known watch manufacturers in the United States, producing a wide range of pocket watches and wristwatches. Elgin watches were renowned for their quality, precision, and affordability, making them popular among American consumers.

Elgin produced its first movement in 1867, and over the years, the company developed numerous innovations in watchmaking. During World War II, Elgin also manufactured military timepieces and precision instruments for the U.S. Armed Forces. The company's factory in Elgin was one of the largest watch manufacturing facilities in the world at its peak.