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Elini New Yorker Grand Quartz Chronograph

Partially verified

This Elini wristwatch, identified as the New Yorker Grand model, was manufactured circa 2006. It features a large, tonneau-shaped, curved stainless steel case measuring 40 mm by 55 mm with a thickness of 13 mm. The case is polished and constructed with a stepped bezel, a case back secured by four screws, and a sapphire crystal. The timepiece is powered by a quartz movement. The black dial displays luminous radial Arabic numerals, an outer 1/5th seconds scale, a date aperture, and two subsidiary dials for seconds and 30-minute registration. Luminous steel feuille hands indicate the time. The watch is accompanied by an Elini stainless steel buckle and a fitted box. The dial and case are signed by Elini. The auction description records the condition of the case, movement, and dial as "As new".

Front view of the Elini New Yorker Grand quartz chronograph showing the tonneau-shaped case, black dial with Arabic numerals, and two-register chronograph layout.
Front view of the Elini New Yorker Grand quartz chronograph showing the tonneau-shaped case, black dial with Arabic numerals, and two-register chronograph layout. — Antiquorum. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
catalog.antiquorum.swiss
Category
Wristwatch · Quartz chronograph wristwatch
Maker / attribution
Elini
Reference
Not recorded
Catalogue / lot identifier
19
Source-reported date
circa 2006
Source-reported place
Not established

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 and Dial

The New Yorker Grand features a large, tonneau-shaped stainless steel case that is curved to the wrist. The case is polished and finished with a stepped bezel, accompanied by a sapphire crystal and a case back secured with four screws. The watch is equipped with square buttons for the operation of the chronograph function.

The black dial includes luminous radial Arabic numerals and luminous steel feuille hands. An outer track displays a 1/5th seconds scale. Additionally, the dial houses an aperture for the date display, as well as two subsidiary dials: one for the seconds and one for the 30-minute register.

Evidence for this section
  • “large, tonneau-shaped, curved,water-resistant, stainless steel”
  • “Two-body, polished, case back with 4 screws, stepped bezel, sapphire crystal.”
  • “Black with luminous radial Arabic numerals, outer 1/5th seconds scale, aperture for the date, subsidiary dials for the seconds and 30-minute register.”

Movement and Signatures

The timepiece is powered by a quartz movement. The signature of the maker is present on both the dial and the case.

The watch includes an Elini-signed stainless steel buckle. The piece was presented for sale along with a fitted box.

Evidence for this section
  • “With quartz standardization.”
  • “Dial and case signed.”
  • “an Elini stainless steel buckle. Accompanied by a fitted box.”

Reported Condition

The auction description assesses the condition of the watch using a grading system where '1' represents 'As new'. The case, movement, and dial are all graded under this 'As new' category.

The hands are described by the auction house as original to the timepiece.

Evidence for this section
  • “Grading System Grade: A Good Case: 1 As new Movement: 1 As new Dial: 1-01 As new HANDS Original”

Open research questions

  • What is the specific manufacturer or caliber of the quartz movement?
  • Are there any identifying serial numbers on the case back beyond the four-screw construction?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Elini New Yorker Grand Quartz Chronograph
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
MakerElini“Elini, Made circa 2006.”
Case Dimensions40 x 55 mm“Dim. 40 x 55 mm.”
Case Thickness13 mm“Thickness 13 mm.”
Case ConstructionTwo-body, polished, case back with 4 screws“Two-body, polished, case back with 4 screws, stepped bezel, sapphire crystal.”
Dial FeaturesLuminous radial Arabic numerals“Black with luminous radial Arabic numerals”
Movement TypeQuartz“With quartz standardization.”
ConditionAs new“Case: 1 As new Movement: 1 As new Dial: 1-01 As new”

Visible details

  • The watch case has a curved, tonneau-shaped profile.
  • The dial features two subsidiary registers.
  • The watch is fitted with a black leather strap with a polished steel buckle.
  • There are square-shaped push-buttons on the side of the case.

Research qualifications

  • The origin of manufacture is not stated.
  • The specific caliber or reference number of the quartz movement is not provided.

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

Consulted source

New Yorker Grand Stainless Steel Quartz Elini, Made circa 2006. Fine, large, tonneau-shaped, curved,water-resistant, stainless steel quartz wristwatch with date, square button chronograph, register and an Elini stainless steel buckle. Accompanied by a fitted box. To be sold without reserve

Reviewed 2026-10-26 · Record fdd5907ff7

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