#34a • 1871 National Watch Co. (Elgin) Model 1 Double Hunter Pocket Watch w/ Coin Silver Case

Part of August 2026 Coins & Currency Auction (timed auction by Alaska Premier Auctions & Appraisals)

High bid $150.00

Status: Sold

Category: Timepieces

A National Watch Co. (Elgin) model 1 pocket watch with M.D. Ogden grade movement, produced circa 1871. This size 18s double hunter pocket watch is housed in a coin silver case with engine-turned guilloché decoration and engraved horse-accented cartouche to the front covers. The white enamel dial features black Roman numerals, dark hands, and a subsidiary seconds dial positioned at six o’clock. The gilt-toned eleven jewel adaptable movement visible beneath the hinged rear cover, and the watch has a crown and bow at three o'clock. Watch is marked for National Watch Co. which became Elgin three years after this timepiece was produced. Maker: National Watch Co. (Elgin) Model: 1 Grade: M.D. Ogden Size: 18s S/N: 154293 Est. Production Date: 1871 Movement Type: Adaptable Jewels: 11j Case Style: Double Hunter Case Material: Coin Silver Weight: 180 grams Functionality: Functional at time of cataloging Note: This item was tested briefly for functionality at time of cataloging and working properly at that time. As with any mechanical clocks or timepieces, functionality is not guaranteed due to their sensitive nature, nor has testing been conducted for functionality or accuracy for more than a few minutes of observation.