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National Watch Company Early Production: Introduction of the Frances Rubie Watch in 1870
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National Watch Company Early Production: Introduction of the Frances Rubie Watch in 1870

The “Lady Elgin” was the first watch movement offered by the National Watch Company for the emerging ladies’ market, introduced in 1869. The new model was meticulously designed by Charles S. Moseley, superintendent and master mechanic at the Elgin factory. The success of the Lady Elgin supported further expansion of the ladies’ product line... Continue Reading

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National Watch Company Early Production: Grade Breakdown and Comparison 1867-1870
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National Watch Company Early Production: Grade Breakdown and Comparison 1867-1870

Holmes County Republican. (April 27, 1871). Early Elgin Insert with Movement Cuts. Newspapers.com. Within the first three years of production, the National Watch Company introduced several movements to build a full product line to compete with the American Watch Company - from lower-end watches to satisfy everyday timekeeping needs to precision watches intended to keep railroad service on track... Continue Reading

by Nathan Moore, 1 month ago


National Watch Company Early Production: Retail Pricing for Elgin Movements in 1873
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National Watch Company Early Production: Retail Pricing for Elgin Movements in 1873

Finding detailed price lists for American watches before the 1880s is a challenge for researchers. Before the age of comprehensive jewelry wholesale catalogs, most price lists were distributed by the company in small leaflets, many of which have been lost to history. Fortunately, period newspaper advertisements occasionally provide pricing information. In August 1873, an ad taken out by J... Continue Reading

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