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Elgin Yellow Gold Pocket Watch

Partially verified

This Elgin pocket watch features an approximately 45mm yellow gold case decorated with engine-turned engraving, a vacant central cartouche, and foliate scrollwork. The case bears the stamp 5087 F.W.F., and acid testing indicates 14 karat gold purity. Internally, the source records a white dial and a key-wound movement signed Lady Elgin with serial number 130773, though no key is included. The piece has a recorded gross weight of 45.35 pennyweights.

Exterior view of the Elgin yellow gold pocket watch case showing engine-turned engraving and suspension bow
Exterior view of the Elgin yellow gold pocket watch case showing engine-turned engraving and suspension bow — Freeman's. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
freemansauction.com
Category
Pocket watch · Hunter pocket watch
Maker / attribution
Elgin
Reference
Not recorded
Catalogue / lot identifier
316
Source-reported date
Not established
Country
United States
Source-reported serial
130773

Source-reported attribution and specifications are not independent authentication. A listing does not establish present ownership, current display, availability or permission to reproduce.

Object description

Case Construction and Aesthetics

The object is described as a hunter-style pocket watch with a yellow gold case measuring approximately 45mm. The exterior is recorded as having engine-turned texturing, a central cartouche, and foliate scrollwork.

The interior of the case bears the stamp '5087 F.W.F.', and acid testing is reported by the seller to indicate 14 karat gold purity.

Evidence for this section
  • “Case size: Approx. 45mm”
  • “Case material: Yellow gold”
  • “Stamp: 5087 F.W.F.”
  • “Acid test indicates 14 karat gold.”

Movement and Dial

The timepiece features a white dial and a key-wound movement signed 'Lady Elgin' with serial number 130773. The provided documentation notes that a winding key is not included.

Internal components, including the dial and hands, are not visible in the provided imagery, as the watch is documented while in a closed position.

Evidence for this section
  • “Movement: Lady Elgin 130773.”
  • “Movement: Key-wound”
  • “Dial: White”
  • “Does not include a key.”

Condition and Attribution

The total gross weight of the watch is recorded as 45.35 pennyweights. General condition notes state that the piece shows slight scratches consistent with age and wear.

The seller specifies that the item is sold 'AS IS' and does not provide a warranty regarding the authenticity of individual parts, noting that repairs and restoration may have occurred.

Evidence for this section
  • “Gross weight: 45.35 dwt.”
  • “Overall Condition: Slight scratches due to wear and age.”
  • “The authenticity of individual parts is not guaranteed since repairs and restoration may have occurred.”
  • “All lots are sold “AS IS”.”

Open research questions

  • What is the significance of the 'F.W.F.' stamp on the case?
  • Does the serial number 130773 correspond to a verified production date for the 'Lady Elgin' movement series?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Elgin Yellow Gold Pocket Watch
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
MakerElgin“Maker: Elgin”
Case SizeApprox. 45mm“Case size: Approx. 45mm”
Case MaterialYellow gold“Case material: Yellow gold”
MovementKey-wound“Movement: Key-wound”
Movement DetailsLady Elgin 130773“Movement: Lady Elgin 130773.”
Stamp5087 F.W.F.“Stamp: 5087 F.W.F.”
Gross Weight45.35 dwt“Gross weight: 45.35 dwt.”
Gold Purity Test14 karat gold“Acid test indicates 14 karat gold.”
Case Stamp5087 F.W.F.“Stamp: 5087 F.W.F.”

Visible details

  • Closed yellow gold case featuring fine engine-turned texturing.
  • Central vacant cartouche bordered by engraved scrolling foliage and flowers.
  • Detailed foliate and scroll engravings at the top and bottom case margins.
  • Top-mounted crown, round pendant, and circular suspension bow.

Research qualifications

  • The watch is photographed solely with the case closed; dial, hands, and internal movement are not visible.
  • The auction listing specifies that a winding key is not included.

Photograph identity and source facts were screened before import; rights clearance remains pending.

Consulted source

ELGIN, YELLOW GOLD POCKET WATCH | Freeman's

Reviewed 2026-10-22 · Record e8e49354be

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