The Springfield 553 (47mm)

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What makes the Springfield 553 unique: Today, were thrilled to showcase this exquisite piece of luxury that was originally manufactured by the Illinois Watch Company in 1916 — the Springfield 533. This antique watch features a breathtaking dial with bold, dark-brown numerals that display handsomely against its aged cream-colored background. The front of the watch also exhibits a subdial that matches its numerals and blued-steel heavy moon watch hands. We encased the original pocket watch within our robust Machined Titanium case and equipped it with a stylish copper crown. Our Machined Titanium case features a transparent back, enabling watch enthusiasts and horologists to look upon the pocket watchs antique A. Lincoln-grade open-face movement with a fitting A. Lincoln engraving. The movement also features a Going barrel, center bridge plate, and 21 jewels among its gold-plated gears. To top it off, we paired the watch with our Natural leather watch strap, matching its copper-plated crown and ultimately making the piece even more eye-catching. The Illinois Watch Company initially produced the antique pocket watch in Springfield, Illinois, in 1916 — the same year that Clarence Saunders founded Piggly Wiggly, the first self-service grocery store. Saunders first store was located in Memphis, Tennessee, on Jefferson Avenue, and today, the Memphis Pink Palace Museum and Planetarium features an exact replica of the original store. Some of Piggly Wigglys important innovations included checkout stands, shopping carts, and price information displayed for every item.