{"product_id":"1929-illinois-ensign-art-deco-watch-15-jewels-grade-903-sub-second-14k-white-gf","title":"1929 Illinois Ensign Art Deco Watch 15 Jewels Grade 903 Sub-second 14K White GF","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWatch Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a vintage 1929 Illinois Ensign wristwatch, featuring a distinctive Art Deco design with an engraved 14K white gold-filled case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis American-made timepiece is powered by the original Illinois Watch Co. Grade 903, Model 2 manual-wind mechanical movement with 15 jewels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the most interesting features of this watch is its small-seconds subdial positioned at 9 o'clock, rather than the more traditional 6 o'clock position. This unusual arrangement complements the Art Deco dial, which features outlined Arabic numerals, a railroad-style minute track, and matching hour and minute hands. The silver-tone dial shows visible aging and patina consistent with its nearly century-old history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHoused in a 27mm tonneau-shaped 14K white gold-filled case with an engraved geometric bezel and decorative side detailing. It is fitted with a brown textured leather two-piece strap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFully inspected by our in-house watchmaker, the watch is running and keeping time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: disc; padding-left: 20px; margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Illinois\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wristwatch\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ensign\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear \/ Era:\u003c\/strong\u003e Circa 1929 - Vintage\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGender:\u003c\/strong\u003e Men's\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Manufacture:\u003c\/strong\u003e United States\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDial \u0026amp; Display\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: disc; padding-left: 20px; margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay:\u003c\/strong\u003e Analog\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aged silver-tone\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e Arabic numerals, railroad minute track, small-seconds subdial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMovement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: disc; padding-left: 20px; margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Manual-winding\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCaliber:\u003c\/strong\u003e Illinois Grade 903\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJewels:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMovement Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5251372\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMovement Functions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"list-style-type: disc; padding-left: 20px; margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eSmall seconds at 9 o'clock\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eModel 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eSize 6\/0s\u003c\/li\u003e\t  \n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCase \u0026amp; Band\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: disc; padding-left: 20px; margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e14K White gold-filled\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase Shape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tonneau \/ Art Deco\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBezel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fixed, engraved geometric pattern\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCaseback:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solid, engraved\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrown:\u003c\/strong\u003e Push-pull\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBand Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brown leather strap\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase Back Markings:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"William\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInside Case Back Markings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Illinois Watch, Special Model B, Fahys, 14K Gold Filled 670176\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCase Measurements (mm)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: disc; padding-left: 20px; margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 27\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase Diameter w\/Crown:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30.8\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase Lug to Lug:\u003c\/strong\u003e 34\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase Thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9.3\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLug Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBand Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAdditional Info\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: disc; padding-left: 20px; margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBox \u0026amp; Papers:\u003c\/strong\u003e NO\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good vintage condition with visible signs of age and previous use. Please refer to the photos for details.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNotes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Inspected by our in-house watchmaker. Running and keeping time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Second Hand Horology\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt SECOND HAND HOROLOGY, we offer a curated selection of watches ranging from vintage to modern, including both brand-new and pre-owned timepieces. We’re committed to quality, accuracy, and integrity. Our listings feature:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProfessional, unedited photography and clear, transparent descriptions. Every watch is thoroughly inspected and securely packaged to ensure a confident, seamless buying experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe also warmly invite you to visit our physical shop and explore the collection in person.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eContact Us\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe appreciate you checking out our listing! Don’t hesitate to reach out with questions, offers, or just to talk watches — we love what we do and enjoy connecting with fellow enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThank you for your business—we truly appreciate your support and look forward to serving you again in the future!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWA-7201\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Illinois","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67751659503810,"sku":"WA-7201","price":1100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0577\/7027\/9106\/files\/DSC9428.jpg?v=1791641843","url":"https:\/\/secondhandhorology.com\/products\/1929-illinois-ensign-art-deco-watch-15-jewels-grade-903-sub-second-14k-white-gf","provider":"SECOND HAND HOROLOGY","version":"1.0","type":"link"}