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Illinois 176
Serial #2114438

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Manufacturer Illinois
Grade 176
Serial Number 2114438
Size 16s
Model 5
Jewel Count 17j
Setting Lever
Finish Nickel
Case Material Goldfilled
Case Manufacturer Unknown Case Manufacturer
Case Grade/Model Unknown
Case Serial # 8224278
Case Details A stylized "T" or cross inside a circle with "GUARANTEED 20 YEARS" the serial no. "8224278". The last 4 digits of the case serial number, 4278, are engraved with the Roman numerals (IV II VII VIII) inside the bezel. Rear cover threads on smoothly, but x-threading issues with front bezel prevents full closure.
Dial Material Glass Enamel
Dial Type Double-Sunk
Dial Style Arabic
Dial Signing Name SHANABARGER & MURRY CLEVELAND (private label)
Dial Details Illinois private dial for jewelers "Shanabarger & Murray" of Cleveland OH. Dial chip in outer edge at 25.5 seconds (hidden by bezel and gloss white paint), and at the edge of the seconds bit at the 25 and 43 seconds mark (again filled with a bright gloss white) which makes them less visible.
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Contributed to the database by Mobilaero on June 12, 2024.
This collection record was most recently edited on October 31, 2024.