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Illinois Watch: The Life and Times of a Great Watch Company (Hardcover, illustrated edition)
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Illinois Watch: The Life and Times of a Great Watch Company (Hardcover, illustrated edition)
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The Illinois Watch Company has long had an honored place in the
annals of horological history. From their founding in 1869, through
their commitment to timekeeping excellence in the early 20th
century, to their development of many wonderful Art
Deco/Moderne-inspired wristwatches in the 1920s, 1930s, and 1940s,
Illinois was a leader in its field. Today their watches are highly
sought after by collectors, both for their engineering and beauty.
Here is the history of the company covered in great detail and with
solid research. Included are historical documents, vintage
photographs of the people and manufacturing processes at the
Illinois Factory, old advetisements, and a compendium of their
wristwatch production from their beginning until their sale to
Hamilton Watch Company. But the best part for the collector and
historian alike is a visual record of nearly every wristwatch
design ever created by Illinois Watch Company, and their
variations, in beautiful full color photographs. Each is
accompanied by complete information about the watch and its
production. In addition, scattered through the book are historical
references that place the Company's evolution in the context of the
general history of the period, and notes about the collectors of
these fine timepieces and the adventures they have had in pursuit
of them. Taken together this is an exciting and informative new
volume for those who appreciate and cherish old timepieces.
General
Imprint: |
Schiffer Publishing Ltd
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Country of origin: |
United States |
Release date: |
March 2004 |
First published: |
July 2007 |
Authors: |
Fredric J Friedberg
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Dimensions: |
305 x 229 x 27mm (L x W x T) |
Format: |
Hardcover
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Pages: |
288 |
Edition: |
illustrated edition |
ISBN-13: |
978-0-7643-2038-5 |
Categories: |
Books >
Arts & Architecture >
Antiques & collectables >
General
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LSN: |
0-7643-2038-6 |
Barcode: |
9780764320385 |
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