1918 Tiffany & Co. Depollier Trench Watch, 15 Jewels, Restored. Rare Sterling Silver Cushion Case with Khaki Crown!

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  The Facts:
  
  1918 Tiffany & Co. Trench Watch | Depollier & Sons Cushion Case | Solid Sterling Silver | Rare “Khaki” Crown | WWI Military Watch | Serviced
  
  The Elegant Point of View!
  
  A true collector’s piece — this Tiffany & Co. WWI Trench Watch features a rare Depollier & Sons solid sterling silver cushion case, paired with the high-grade Waltham Sapphire 15-jewel movement and the elusive “Khaki” stamped crown.
  
  This isn’t just another vintage watch. It’s a carefully restored 107-year-old survivor from 1918, with provenance, premium parts, and craftsmanship that stands out in any serious collection.
  
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  Highlights:
  • Manufacturer: Tiffany & Co.
  • Movement: Waltham Sapphire Grade, 6/0 size, 15 jewels
  • Case Maker: Depollier & Sons (solid sterling silver)
  • Year: 1918 (movement serial #22127289)
  • Crown: Rare “Khaki” stamped — extremely hard to source
  • Dial: White enamel military “shadow box” with luminous hands (restored)
  • Lugs: Fixed wire (period correct)
  • Dimensions:
  • Width (10–3 o’clock): 30mm (excluding crown)
  • Lug-to-lug: 40mm
  • Service: Fully serviced (March 2025)
  • Condition: Restored case (polished, no pry marks), cleaned dial, replaced crown sleeve — ready to wear or display.
  
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  Why It’s Special:
  • The Depollier cushion case is one of the most sought-after trench watch styles.
  • The “Khaki” crown is a unicorn — very few survive, and almost never on a Tiffany dial.
  • The enamel dial is original and in beautiful condition — no chips, no cracks.
  • This model features the higher-caliber Sapphire series movement — clean, running strong, and correct to the period.
  
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  What Is a Trench Watch?
  
  WWI soldiers adapted pocket watch movements (like this Waltham) for the wrist using new rugged cases with fixed lugs. These watches are the ancestors of modern wristwatches and feature:
  • Fixed wire lugs (no spring bars)
  • Heavy-duty silver or gold cases
  • Snap-back cases and luminous military dials
  
  This watch is a textbook example of a true WWI military wristwatch — built for the battlefield, restored for collectors.
  
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  You Should Know:
  
  I specialize in authentic restorations. Many sellers skip the hard work — I don’t. I spend 8–12 months sourcing period-correct parts and restoring every piece with precision and care. This is one of those watches I’m especially proud of.
  
  This is a rare opportunity to own a Tiffany & Co. watch with this combination of history, condition, and rarity. They don’t come up often — and they don’t last.
  
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  Questions? Feel free to message me. I’m passionate about these pieces and happy to provide more info or photos.
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