Vintage Elgin Art Deco Women's Wristwatch

This is a vintage ladies' wristwatch manufactured by Elgin National Watch Company, dating approximately to the 1940s or early 1950s. The watch features a petite, square-shaped gold-filled or gold-plated case with distinct Art Deco decorative lugs that fan out with a multi-tiered, architectural motif. The dial is white or light cream with gold-tone Arabic numerals and golden hands, signed with the 'ELGIN' brand below the 12 o'clock position and a 'dp' DuraPower logo above the 6 o'clock position, indicating it contains a movement with a mainspring guaranteed against breakage. The watch is attached to a matching gold-toned expansion 'Speidel' style link bracelet. Condition-wise, it shows significant signs of age and wear; there is visible brassing and plating loss on the lugs and high points of the case, along with light scratching on the crystal. The dial displays minor oxidation and dust, common for its age. The winding crown appears original and intact on the right side. It represents a classic mid-century American-made timepiece characterized by reliable industrial craftsmanship and feminine aesthetic flair.