Pocket Watch Database

From the American Horology Archive:
Elgin Grade 239 Pocket Watch
Elgin Grade 239 Pocket Watch

Elgin National Watch Co.

Grade: 239

Veritas

Manufacturer: Elgin
Manufacturer Location: Elgin, Illinois
Movement Serial Number: 10861581
Grade: 239
Variation: Veritas
Model: 8
Generation: First
Class: 90
Estimated Production Year: 1904
Run Quantity: 2,000
Grade/Model Run: 12 of 17
Grade/Model Total Production: 18,800
Variant Est. Production: 16,500 (18S-M8-21J-ONL-A5PTI-VERITAS)
Grade/Model Unrealized Production: 1,200
Size: 18s
Jewels: 21j
Jewel Material: Ruby
Jewel Setting: Raised Gold Settings (Screw-Set)
Movement Configuration: Openface
Movement Finish: Nickel
Movement Inlay Color: Gilt or Black
Movement Setting: Lever
Plate: 3/4 Plate
Barrel: Safety
Balance Jewel Material: Diamond
Train: Quick
Train Material: Gold
Center Wheel Material: Gold
Regulator: Traveling Nut (spring)
Hairspring: Breguet
Escapement Type: Straight-line
Pallet Jewel Material: Sapphire
Standard Dial Type: Double-Sunk
Adjusted: Yes
Adjusted to Position: Yes
Adjusted # of Positions: 5
Adjusted to Temperature: Yes
Adjusted to Isochronism: Yes
Railroad Grade: Yes
Railroad Grade Classification: Class A
Wind Indicator Available: Yes
Wind Indicator Present: Unknown
U.S. Patents: 596407, 77078, 596408
Movement Markings: Veritas
Elgin, Ill.
U.S.A.
21 Jewels
Safety Barrel
Adjusted
[Some Movements Marked "Adjusted 5 Positions"]
Data Research: 1904 Elgin Serial List
1915 Elgin Serial List
1927/1950 Elgin Serial List
Case: Various
Run ID: 4562.239G12.18S2226.188M38.O1379.L1566.21J113
Database Version: v52.219
Advanced Metrics
PWDB Absolute Rarity Index:
Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
56.29
PWDB Relative Rarity Index:
Rarity within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
21.82
Share of Production:
Share within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
0.037%
Registry Population: 28 (1.40%)
$ Estimated Value (12 Month Change): 2.88% Analyzing 212 Sales
Research Note: Double roller started with serial number 10861001.

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Verification Reports for this Run

The following reports have been graciously submitted by dedicated members in reference to this production run. These reports are useful to verify data and track inaccuracies that require further research. Please note that reports may contain inaccurate information or assumptions that must be dilligently considered with other available sources.


rmwatchandclock Supporter 365 · February 4, 2024

Serial Number 10861078 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · July 22, 2022

Serial Number 10860961 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · July 6, 2022

Serial Number 10860351 was reported as accurate.

ArturoSilva 1 · June 29, 2022

Serial Number 10861460 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Double Roller changed from Yes to No

Anonymous · September 24, 2021

Serial Number 10861987 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Double Roller changed from Yes to No

Anonymous · May 27, 2021

Serial Number 10861896 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Double Roller changed from Yes to No

Anonymous · March 27, 2021

Serial Number 10861289 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Double Roller changed from Yes to No

Anonymous · July 19, 2020

Serial Number 10860351 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Double Roller changed from Yes to No

Anonymous · July 19, 2020

Serial Number 10860351 was reported as inaccurate.

No further details were submitted with the report.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Double Roller changed from Yes to No

Anonymous · July 10, 2020

Serial Number 10860351 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Double Roller changed from Yes to No

Harlton Supporter 98 · January 30, 2020

Serial Number 10861581 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Double Roller changed from Yes to No

Anonymous · January 8, 2020

Serial Number 10861421 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Double Roller changed from Yes to No

Khulmes 1 · June 27, 2019

Serial Number 10860606 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Double Roller changed from Yes to No

Anonymous · June 17, 2019

Serial Number 10861896 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Double Roller changed from Yes to No

Anonymous · September 30, 2017

Serial Number 10861825 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Double Roller changed from Yes to No

Anonymous · April 8, 2017

Serial Number 10860345 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · April 1, 2017

Serial Number 10860345 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · November 22, 2016

Serial Number 10860206 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · November 6, 2016

Serial Number 10861801 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · July 21, 2016

Serial Number 10861753 was reported as accurate.

rocket00 236 · April 10, 2016

Serial Number 10861349 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · February 19, 2016

Serial Number 10860971 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · February 19, 2016

Serial Number 10860971 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · December 19, 2015

Serial Number 10861371 was reported as accurate.

RDMMNByrd Supporter 6 · November 30, 2015

Serial Number 10861038 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · July 13, 2014

Serial Number 10860845 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · February 16, 2014

Serial Number 10860639 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted changed from No to Yes

Anonymous · February 15, 2014

Serial Number 10860639 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted changed from No to Yes

69abody 166 · October 31, 2013

Serial Number 10860676 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted changed from No to Yes

Anonymous · May 11, 2013

Serial Number 10860001 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: no wind indicator
Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted changed from No to Yes

Anonymous · May 5, 2013

Serial Number 10860064 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted changed from No to Yes

Anonymous · August 21, 2012

Serial Number 10860929 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted changed from No to Yes

Anonymous · August 21, 2012

Serial Number 10860929 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted changed from No to Yes

Anonymous · August 21, 2012

Serial Number 10860929 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: Adjusted: Yes
no winding indicator
not marked 'Veritas'
Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted changed from No to Yes
Elgin Grade 239 Pocket Watch
Elgin Grade 239 Pocket Watch