DESCRIPTION:
APW - Elgin, Veritas 23J with winding indicator, 18S, GF OF case, SW-LS, WE-DSD, fully capped lever escapement, 23J, DES, decorative gold disk around balance jewel setting, fishscale center pattern NI damascene, s#16022336. Very fine example of Elgin's top grade wind indicator in scarcer 18S version.
CONDITION:
Mvt: GRO, indicator advancing correctly, excellent mvt condition overall, some MFS or FS around train bridge casescrew, one mismatched screw on barrel arbor setting; perfect dial; excellent hands; case shows very light wear, FS to right side of rear, no dents or dings, attractive engraving and ET detail with mild reduction; tight bow, replacement crown shows almost no wear; good glass crystal.
ESTIMATE:
$1600
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$2400
PRICE SOLD:
$1800