Circa 1920s | Gold-Filled Case by Illinois Watch Case Co., Elgin, Illinois
A handsome example of early American craftsmanship, this Reliance pocket watch embodies the timeless elegance of the 1920s. Powered by a 7-jewel mechanical movement by the Ingersoll Watch Company, it is housed in a finely detailed gold-filled case manufactured by the prestigious Illinois Watch Case Co. of Elgin, Illinois.
The classic white dial features bold black Arabic numerals and a subsidiary seconds register at 6 o’clock, framed by a finely engraved bezel and decorative bow. While the watch currently does not run, it winds and sets properly and may require only light servicing to restore full operation.
A superb piece for the collector of authentic American timepieces — elegant both as a display and as a tangible link to the golden era of pocket watches.
Details
Maker: Ingersoll Watch Co., USA
Branding: Reliance (private-label line)
Case: Gold-filled, marked by Illinois Watch Case Co., Elgin, IL
Jewels: 7
Era: Circa 1920s–1930s
Condition: Winds and sets; currently not running; overall very good cosmetic condition
Diameter: Approx. 50 mm
PHC PC SA8801
Circa 1920s | Gold-Filled Case by Illinois Watch Case Co., Elgin, Illinois
A handsome example of early American craftsmanship, this Reliance pocket watch embodies the timeless elegance of the 1920s. Powered by a 7-jewel mechanical movement by the Ingersoll Watch Company, it is housed in a finely detailed gold-filled case manufactured by the prestigious Illinois Watch Case Co. of Elgin, Illinois.
The classic white dial features bold black Arabic numerals and a subsidiary seconds register at 6 o’clock, framed by a finely engraved bezel and decorative bow. While the watch currently does not run, it winds and sets properly and may require only light servicing to restore full operation.
A superb piece for the collector of authentic American timepieces — elegant both as a display and as a tangible link to the golden era of pocket watches.
Details
Maker: Ingersoll Watch Co., USA
Branding: Reliance (private-label line)
Case: Gold-filled, marked by Illinois Watch Case Co., Elgin, IL
Jewels: 7
Era: Circa 1920s–1930s
Condition: Winds and sets; currently not running; overall very good cosmetic condition
Diameter: Approx. 50 mm
PHC PC SA8801
