Lord Elgin “Ascot” men’s Retro Modern design wristwatch in 14K yellow gold fill, circa 1953.


The "Ascot" has hooded lugs and a two-tone dial which picks up the curve of the lug edges and has gold star markers. It was priced at $71.50 in 1953. It is in excellent condition showing only a few specks of brassing to the edges of the lugs. Caseback is excellent and unengraved, with a faint name engraving and some scratches. Case measures 36mm long and 23mm wide. Original two-tone dial is excellent, has solid gold applied numerals and stars. Has new domed glass crystal. Watch is powered by its correct 21-jewel Elgin grade 670 manual wind movement, just serviced and running strong.


Price $225.