#159 • Elgin, Lord Elgin, Grade 392, 17J, 12S

Part of 261119 - "Great Times Ahead" Watches, Jewelry & Coins - November 12 - November 19 (timed auction by Jones & Horan Auctions)

Starting at $10.00

Status: Available

Bidding closes Nov 19, 2026 2:19 PM EST

APW - Elgin, Lord Elgin, Grade 392, 17J, 12S, gold-filled decagonal (10-sided) OF original case, gilt dial, SW-SS, pinstripe pattern nickel damascene, s#16311163. An interesting and attractive men's dress watch, Elgin's Grade 392 is notable for its "Lord Elgin" signature and is a relatively scarce grade with a total production of 1000 made within a single run made in approximately 1911. Relative to most 12 size 17 jewel watches the Grade 392 is particularly finely finished with features including raised gold jewel settings, gold center wheel, gold balance screws, a decorative gold disk around the balance jewel setting, and adjustment to 5 positions. CONDITION: Mvt: Ticking sluggishly, overhaul recommended, excellent cosmetic mvt condition overall, bright lustrous surfaces, scattered fine to micro-fine scratches; dial with some scattered fine scratches, surface ding between 2 and 3; fine hands, minute is bent; case shows light wear, scattered dings to rear, fine scratches, small spots of wear to brass at decagonal corners; tight bow, crown shows light wear; good glass crystal. Estimate: $150 - $300 JH-77892