Pocket Watch Database
Bay State Watch Case Co.
Boston, Massachesetts
Location: Boston, Massachesetts
Years of Operation: 1885-1893
Successor: Crescent Watch Case Co.
Organized May 5, 1885. Absorbed by the Crescent Watch Case Company in 1893.
Collectibility: Bay State cases are uncommon and generally enhance the collectibility of a watch when in reasonable condition. Some cases are derived from patented designs, and those marked with patents are quite rare.
In the spring of 1892, Charles F. Morrill, president of the company, sold his stock due to illness and retired.
Case Grades
Note: This chart is not intended to be a comprehensive list of grades. Some grades changed traits over time and other grades may not be listed. This chart will be improved as additional information is studied.
| Image | Name | Case Material | Gold Content | Gurantee | Source Catalogs | Trademarked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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14K | Gold | 14K | 1887LAM, 1890SFM, 1890AP | ||
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20YR GF | Gold-Filled | 20-Year | |||
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Acme Lock | Coin Silver | ||||
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Argentine Silver | Nickel Alloy | 1887LAM | |||
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Bay State Coin | Coin Silver | 1887LAM, 1890AP | |||
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Imperial | Silver-Filled | 1887LAM, 1890SFM, 1890AP | May 22, 1894 | ||
| Legal Seal | Gold-Filled | 14K | 21-Year | 1890AP |
