Pocket Watch Database

From the American Horology Archive:
Elgin Grade 376 Pocket Watch
Elgin Grade 376 Pocket Watch

Elgin National Watch Co.

Grade: 376

Veritas

Manufacturer: Elgin
Manufacturer Location: Elgin, Illinois
Movement Serial Number: 16678439
Grade: 376
Variation: Veritas
Model: 15
Class: 132
Estimated Production Year: 1912
Run Quantity: 1,000
Grade/Model Run: 5 of 9
Grade/Model Total Production: 7,050
Variant Est. Production: 7,000 (16S-M15-23J-ONL)
Grade/Model Unrealized Production: 1,950
Size: 16s
Jewels: 23j
Jewel Material: Ruby & Sapphire
Jewel Setting: Gold Settings (Screw-Set)
Movement Configuration: Openface
Movement Finish: Nickel
Movement Signing Style: Mixed
Movement Inlay Color: Gilt
Movement Setting: Lever
Plate: 3/4 Plate
Double Roller: Yes
Barrel: Jeweled Safety
Train: Quick
Regulator: Traveling Nut (spring)
Hairspring: Breguet
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: Mixed
U.S. Patents: 77078, 596407, 596408
Movement Markings: Veritas
Elgin, Ill.
U.S.A.
Elgin Nat'l Watch Co.
23 Jewels
Adjusted 5 Positions
Safety Barrel
Data Research: 1915 Elgin Serial List
1927/1950 Elgin Serial List
Case: Various
Run ID: 8053.376G6.16S1902.1615M51.O2963.L2101.23J42
Database Version: v52.245
Advanced Metrics
PWDB Absolute Rarity Index:
Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
21.22
PWDB Relative Rarity Index:
Rarity within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
8.14
Share of Production:
Share within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
0.014%
Registry Population: 19 (1.90%)
$ Estimated Value (12 Month Change): -9.32% Analyzing 73 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.


JointVenture Supporter 102 · September 16, 2022

Serial Number 16678892 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · October 25, 2021

Serial Number 16678016 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: This watch says 17 jewels, is not Veritas grade
Curator Response: Thanks for the report. If possible, please upload an image of the movement to your collection for further evaluation and documentation.

Anonymous · April 3, 2021

Serial Number 16678791 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · March 1, 2021

Serial Number 16678825 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · December 20, 2019

Serial Number 16678004 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · June 24, 2019

Serial Number 16678078 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · June 24, 2017

Serial Number 16678927 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · March 24, 2016

Serial Number 16678358 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · August 15, 2015

Serial Number 16678698 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · February 2, 2015

Serial Number 16678649 was reported as accurate.

rfregoso 55 · November 21, 2014

Serial Number 16678730 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: It has Wind Indicator

toothsls 44 · July 5, 2014

Serial Number 16678126 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · May 18, 2014

Serial Number 16678708 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: this one has a wind indicator.

Anonymous · March 15, 2014

Serial Number 16678649 was reported as accurate.

chevykingpower 215 · March 4, 2014

Serial Number 16678045 was reported as accurate.

chevykingpower 215 · March 4, 2014

Serial Number 16678045 was reported as accurate.

LeroyC 392 · September 24, 2013

Serial Number 16678535 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · August 1, 2013

Serial Number 16678974 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · July 23, 2013

Serial Number 16678974 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: No winding indicator.

Anonymous · June 6, 2013

Serial Number 16678932 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · May 15, 2013

Serial Number 16678077 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · May 15, 2013

Serial Number 16678077 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: No winding indicator.

Anonymous · March 9, 2013

Serial Number 16678934 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: No winding Indicator.

Anonymous · January 4, 2013

Serial Number 16678185 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: my 376 Veritas, 16678185, is NOT a winding
indicator, but IS Pendant-set instead of lever
set.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Double Roller changed from Unknown to Yes

Anonymous · September 22, 2012

Serial Number 16678226 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: My watch is does not have a winding indicator.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Double Roller changed from Unknown to Yes

Anonymous · August 23, 2012

Serial Number 16678645 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: No winding indicator
Elgin Grade 376 Pocket Watch
Elgin Grade 376 Pocket Watch