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Scarce Elgin “Oval” men’s Art Deco design wristwatch in 14K white gold fill, circa 1929.

I’ve had a half dozen or so of this model, but never with this dial containing stylized black enamel painted numerals. This striking model was catalogued variously as the “Model E-11” and “Model 661,” although most collectors refer to it as the “Oval.” due to its remarkable resemblance to the Hamilton “Oval.” Indeed, the Elgin “Oval” and the Hamilton “Oval” were both produced by the Fahys Watch Case Co. This is one of the nicest Elgin "Ovals" I've offered and is in crisp, excellent condition with no brassing. Bezel engravings are sharp and bold. Caseback is excellent and unengraved. Case measures 37mm long and 28mm wide. Original silvered dial is superb, has black enamel painted numerals. Has new glass crystal. The watch is powered by its correct 15 jewel Elgin grade 428 movement.

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