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1950s Elgin 14K Gold .75ctw Diamond Watch - Swiss 17J Wind-Up

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Vintage 1951 Elgin 14K Gold Diamond Cocktail Watch – .75ctw – Swiss 17J – Original Box 

An elegant and highly collectible mid-century diamond cocktail watch by Elgin National Watch Company, crafted in solid 14K gold and set with approximately .75 carat total weight of natural diamonds. 

This refined ladies dress watch features a rectangular diamond-set bezel and articulated diamond-set lugs in a graceful V design. The watch retains its original Elgin box and band and is currently in excellent running condition. 

A beautiful example of early 1950s American luxury design. 

Specifications 

Brand: Elgin 

Model Series: Starlink (mid-century diamond cocktail series)

Circa: 1951–1953 

Case Material: Solid 14K Gold (stamped) 

Case Size: 14mm wide (excluding crown) × 37mm long (including articulated lugs)

Total Weight: 13.00 grams 

Movement: Swiss manual wind, 17 jewels 

Dial: Silver-tone with silver-tone stick markers 

Case Number: 35815 

Condition: Excellent; running 

Diamond Details 

Total Approximate Weight: .75 carat total weight

 2 Round Brilliant Diamonds – .10 ct each (I1 clarity, G–H color) 

 8 Round Brilliant Diamonds – .04 ct each (I1 clarity, G–H color) 

 24 Single-Cut Diamonds – approx. .01 ct each (VS clarity, G–H color) 

Total Stone Count: 34 Natural Diamonds 

Twenty single-cut diamonds frame the bezel. Each articulated lug is accented with larger full-cut diamonds and single-cut stones in a distinctive V motif. 

Bracelet & Accessories 

Currently fitted with black double rope band 

10K 1/20 Gold-Filled fold-over clasp with safety chain

Original Elgin band included

Original Elgin presentation box included 

Condition 

The watch is in excellent vintage condition with: 

Bright, lively diamonds 

Clean dial 

Crisp case definition 

Fully intact settings 

Running Swiss movement 

No missing stones observed. 

Why We Love It

Solid 14K gold case (not gold-filled) 

Substantial .75 ctw diamond presence 

Elegant mid-century articulated design 

Original box included 

Strong intrinsic gold value  

Upper-tier example within Elgin’s diamond cocktail watch production



  • Designer = Elgin - Starlite
  • Material = 14K Gold
  • Metal Finish = Bright Polish
  • Gemstone = Diamond
  • Shape/Cut = Round Brilliant
  • Weight (Grams) = 13.00G
  • Measurements = Size 7 - 7.25
  • Condition = Excellent Vintage Condition


Item Number: 20968-16

Item ID: 108430

Category: Women's Watch

Note: This item has been inspected and appraised by a GIA Graduate Gemologist Appraiser.

Diamond origin is tested using a GIA iD100 Gem Testing Device. Unless indicated otherwise, all diamonds are to be considered natural, earth-mined diamonds. All man-made, laboratory-grown, laboratory-created, or synthetic diamonds are well marked on the price tag as well as in the website description.

All diamond and gemstone grading is done under GIA standards as the mounting permits. All gemstone weights and measurements are approximate. Unless otherwise stated, colored gemstones may have commonly used clarity and color enhancing treatments per industry standards.

Prospective buyers should note that all jewelry we sell is 'used' and will likely have some amount of wear, we warranty that the item will be essentialy as we have described it, but no other warranties are expressed or implied, and all items are sold 'as is'.

All sales are final. 
 
We will not grant a refund or issue credit, no exceptions.
 
We take extra care to fully describe our items, including any significant flaws. If you have any questions about the item(s) you are ordering, please email or call with your questions before placing your order
 
We are highly particular about the items we accept. You can be confident that we will NEVER accept items that smell of cigarette smoke or other strong odors, nor will we accept upholstered furniture with, rips, fading, or significant discoloration. We will not sell items that have significant physical or structural damage, or that are in need of refinishing or repair (unless otherwise stated in the item's description).
 
However, we want to remind our customers that most of our items are used, and as such it is possible that items may have minor superficial condition issues which may not have been disclosed in the description, but that a person could expect when buying used items. While we won't accept items with noticeable pet hair or pet dander, we cannot guarantee that items have always been in a pet-free home.
 
Because of this, we RECOMMEND that you visit our store to inspect the item personally to ensure you are satisfied with it BEFORE you make your purchase. 
 
Thank you.

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