Elgin Natl. Watch Co. – Antique Pocket Watch – Beautifully Engraved C.W.C. Co. Case – Circa 1888 ​Description ​An exquisite, late 19th-century American pocket watch crafted by the renowned Elgin National Watch Company. This timepiece is a beautiful example of classic American horology, featuring a highly decorated movement and a wonderfully preserved, ornate case. ​Dial & Hands ​Dial: Pristine white enamel dial signed with the elegant script "Elgin Natl. Watch Co. ​Numerals: Classic crisp black Roman numerals with a dedicated outer track for minutes. ​Sub-dial: Recessed small seconds sub-dial located at the 6 o'clock position. ​Hands: Elegant, classic blued steel spade hands ​Movement & Technical Details ​Manufacturer: Elgin National Watch Co. (Elgin, Illinois) ​Serial Number: 3073285 (clearly visible on the movement plate in dating its production to approximately 1888. ​Features: Features a "Safety Pinion" mechanism and a stunningly engraved balance cock. ​Aesthetics: The gilded movement is beautifully adorned with vivid, original blued screws, showing excellent preservation ​Patents: Marked with "PATD DEC 76" near the rim ​Case ​Manufacturer: C.W.C. Co. (Crescent Watch Case Co.), featuring the authentic Star and Crescent Moon trademark stamp ​Case Serial Number: 365356 (matching on both inner case sections, as shows in picture ​Design: The case features gorgeous, intricate floral and scrollwork engraving along the bezels and edges .The outside covers show lovely, detailed relief work with light, honest wear consistent with age, giving it a fantastic vintage character ​Historical Markings: Contains authentic, historic hand-scratched watchmaker service marks on the inner lids ​Lot Specification Checklist (for Catawiki fields) ​Brand: Elgin ​Model: Antique Pocket Watch ​Period: 1880–1889 (Circa 1888) ​Movement: Manual Winding ​Case Material: Gold-filled / Brass (Crescent Watch Case Co.) ​Condition: Very Good (In working order, with minor signs of wear consistent with age as documented in the pictures) ​Gender: Unisex Diameter:54mm Weight:131g Look carefully at the pictures give your owne valuation Shipping assured registered mail