Elgin Model E-9 White Gold Tank in Original Box, Near Mint, c.1927

1927 Elgin Model E-9 men's wrist watch with a heavily engraved Art Deco case in 14k white gold fill. This gem comes with its original box and papers. The 14k white gold fill case with stunning art deco engraving on the bezel and sides measures a large 27mm x 36mm. The snap on case back fits snugly with no scratches or personal engravings. The case is in excellent original condition with no damage or wear thru. The dial has been professionally restored to its correct original appearance in a silver Butler finish with bold shadow box luminous numbers and matching hands. There is a crisp outer minute track and a sunken sub-seconds dial at six o'clock. Signed 'Elgin' just below the 12 marker. The crystal is new, clean and clear with no scratches or cracks. The movement is the Elgin original 15 jewel manual wind that is bright and clean and is keeping very good  time. This watch sold for $47.50 in 1927 when gold was $20 an ounce. Fitted with a new black leather 16mm strap.