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From the American Horology Archive:
Elgin Grade 252 Pocket Watch
Elgin Grade 252 Pocket Watch

Elgin National Watch Co.

Grade: 252

Father Time

Manufacturer: Elgin
Manufacturer Location: Elgin, Illinois
Movement Serial Number: 10862958
Grade: 252
Variation: Father Time
Model: 7
Class: 65
Estimated Production Year: 1904
Run Quantity: 1,000
Grade/Model Run: 14 of 16
Grade/Model Total Production: 19,000
Size: 18s
Jewels: 21j
Jewel Material: Ruby
Jewel Setting: Gold Settings (Screw-Set)
Movement Configuration: Openface
Movement Finish: Nickel
Movement Signing Style: Old English
Movement Inlay Color: Gilt
Movement Setting: Lever
Plate: Full Plate
Barrel: Going
Train: Quick
Regulator: Moseley
Hairspring: Breguet
Escapement Type: Straight-line
Standard Dial Type: Double-Sunk
Adjusted: Yes
Adjusted to Position: Yes
Adjusted to Temperature: Yes
Adjusted to Isochronism: Yes
Railroad Grade: Yes
Railroad Grade Classification: Class A
U.S. Patents: 596407, 77078, 347272
Movement Markings: Father Time
Elgin, Ill, U.S.A.
21 Jewels
Adjusted
Safety Pinion
Data Research: 1904 Elgin Serial List
1915 Elgin Serial List
1927/1950 Elgin Serial List
Case: Various
Run ID: 4563.252G14.18S2227.187M92.O1380.L1567.21J114
Database Version: v52.221
Advanced Metrics
PWDB Absolute Rarity Index:
Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
56.88
PWDB Relative Rarity Index:
Rarity within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
22.05
Share of Production:
Share within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
0.038%
Registry Population: 6 (0.60%)
$ Estimated Value (12 Month Change): -5.32% Analyzing 160 Sales

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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.


Anonymous · August 27, 2019

Serial Number 10862525 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · February 17, 2019

Serial Number 10862704 was reported as accurate.

tobpec Supporter 31 · October 30, 2018

Serial Number 10862719 was reported as accurate.

tobpec Supporter 31 · September 29, 2018

Serial Number 10862719 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · November 23, 2017

Serial Number 10862719 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · June 17, 2016

Serial Number 10862430 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · October 30, 2015

Serial Number 10862430 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · October 22, 2015

Serial Number 10862430 was reported as accurate.

Gasperoff Supporter 727 · April 28, 2015

Serial Number 10862028 was reported as accurate.

colaman6mcq Supporter 151 · November 5, 2014

Serial Number 10862679 was reported as accurate.

RRB1962 6 · August 25, 2013

Serial Number 10862696 was reported as inaccurate.

No further details were submitted with the report.

Anonymous · March 23, 2013

Serial Number 10862761 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · November 19, 2012

Serial Number 10862570 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · November 1, 2012

Serial Number 10862063 was reported as accurate.

Elgin Grade 252 Pocket Watch
Elgin Grade 252 Pocket Watch