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Lord Elgin Model 4501 Platinum
Rare Lord Elgin “Model 4501” men’s Retro Modern design presentation wristwatch in solid platinum, circa 1948.
The “Model 4501” is one of only three men's wristwatch models that Elgin made in platinum. Priced at $225.00 in 1948, it is quite rare, and this is one of only a handful that I have ever offered for sale. It is much rarer than its Hamilton contemporary, the “Rutledge.” It is a genuine Elgin factory-cased platinum model, not an aftermarket jeweler-cased watch. It has a rectangular case with faceted, hooded lugs. This example is in excellent condition showing only light wear, and a few light marks. Case still shows most of its brushed and polished finishes. Caseback is excellent, with a presentation engraving from 1948. The case measures 36mm long and 20mm wide. Refinished dial is superb, has rhodium-plated solid gold applied markers. Has new glass crystal. This watch is powered by its correct 21-jewel Elgin grade 559 manual wind movement, just serviced and running strong.
