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Elgin, Rare 18k Gold "50 Millionth Anniversary" Watch, circa 1951. ...
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Elgin, Rare 18k Gold "50 Millionth Anniversary" Watch, circa 1951Case: 18 yellow gold, two body, large hinged and hooded lugs, 38 mm x 20 mm
Dial: black, dot and line markers, sub seconds, gold circle and Dauphine hands
Movement: No. 50000966, grade 670, gold plate finish, 21 jewels, 7 adjustments
Band: crocodile, plated buckle
This Lord Elgin, known as the 50 Millionth Anniversary watch, is truly a rare example. The model was release in 1951 to celebrate Elgin's 50th anniversary and to mark the 50th million watch production. It was a limited release, only 1000 watches were made. The case is crafted out of 18 karat yellow gold with hinged oversize hooded lugs. Powered by Elgin's caliber 670 a 21 jewel mechanical movement with 7 adjustments. Elgin was the first manufacturer to produce 50 million watches. The actual 50th million watch known as the "red feather" resides at Elgin History Museum.
Dial: black, dot and line markers, sub seconds
Hands: gold circle and Dauphine hands
Metal: 18 yellow gold
Case Info: two body, large hinged and hooded lugs, 38 mm x 20 mm
Crystal: acrylic
Watch Movement: No. 50000966, grade 670, gold plate finish, 21 jewels, 7 adjustments
Band: crocodile, plated buckle
Condition: The movement is good and running. Servicing recommended. The case is in excellent condition. Dial is refinished.
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