Pocket Watch Database

From the American Horology Archive:
Elgin Grade 293 Pocket Watch

Elgin National Watch Co.

Grade: 293

Manufacturer: Elgin
Manufacturer Location: Elgin, Illinois
Movement Serial Number: 18779931
Grade: 293
Model: 7
Class: 110
Estimated Production Year: 1916
Run Quantity: 10,000
Grade/Model Run: 158 of 258
Grade/Model Total Production: 718,000
Size: 16s
Jewels: 7j
Movement Configuration: Openface
Movement Finish: Gilt
Movement Setting: Pendant
Plate: 3/4 Plate
Barrel: Going
Train: Quick
Regulator: Plain
Adjusted: No
Railroad Grade: No
U.S. Patents: 77078, 596407, 585025
Data Research: 1927/1950 Elgin Serial List
Case: Various
Run ID: 9445.293G158.16S2308.167M821.O3678.P6713.7J3899
Database Version: v52.219
Advanced Metrics
PWDB Absolute Rarity Index:
Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
2,149.76
PWDB Relative Rarity Index:
Rarity within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
835.31
Share of Production:
Share within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
1.419%
Registry Population: 25 (0.25%)
$ Estimated Value (12 Month Change): -9.23% Analyzing 914 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 · September 11, 2023

Serial Number 18788586 was reported as accurate.

nicnic Supporter 378 · February 22, 2023

Serial Number 18780833 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · May 16, 2021

Serial Number 18782418 was reported as accurate.

TerryfromCanada Supporter 477 · April 5, 2021

Serial Number 18780802 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · January 1, 2021

Serial Number 18781160 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · October 16, 2015

Serial Number 18780033 was reported as accurate.

Mahimahigreg 2 · October 17, 2014

Serial Number 18780169 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · June 24, 2014

Serial Number 18787188 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · March 18, 2014

Serial Number 18785234 was reported as accurate.

Apeman 40 · December 6, 2013

Serial Number 18779931 was reported as accurate.

360willys 5 · October 15, 2013

Serial Number 18782286 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: Mine is a 7 jewel
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from 193 to 293
Size changed from 12 to 16
Jewels changed from 19j to 7J
Movement Finish changed from Nickel to Gilt
Adjusted changed from Yes to No

Anonymous · August 31, 2013

Serial Number 18783200 was reported as inaccurate.

No further details were submitted with the report.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from 193 to 293
Size changed from 12 to 16
Jewels changed from 19j to 7J
Movement Finish changed from Nickel to Gilt
Adjusted changed from Yes to No

Anonymous · August 19, 2013

Serial Number 18780414 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from 193 to 293
Size changed from 12 to 16
Jewels changed from 19j to 7J
Movement Finish changed from Nickel to Gilt
Adjusted changed from Yes to No

Anonymous · August 19, 2013

Serial Number 18780414 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: 7jewels
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from 193 to 293
Size changed from 12 to 16
Jewels changed from 19j to 7J
Movement Finish changed from Nickel to Gilt
Adjusted changed from Yes to No

Anonymous · February 4, 2013

Serial Number 18781560 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: Everything is incorrect.
It is a Model 7,Grade 293,Class110
7 jewel
16 size
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from 193 to 293
Size changed from 12 to 16
Jewels changed from 19j to 7J
Movement Finish changed from Nickel to Gilt
Adjusted changed from Yes to No

Anonymous · January 20, 2013

Serial Number 18785372 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: 18785372 293 grade 7j 16s
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from 193 to 293
Size changed from 12 to 16
Jewels changed from 19j to 7J
Movement Finish changed from Nickel to Gilt
Adjusted changed from Yes to No

Anonymous · January 15, 2013

Serial Number 18785372 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: the jewels, mine says seven and I thank its a 16s
movement finish is gold or gold tone. Wadsworth
case 568213 and silver ode or coin silver
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from 193 to 293
Size changed from 12 to 16
Jewels changed from 19j to 7J
Movement Finish changed from Nickel to Gilt
Adjusted changed from Yes to No

Anonymous · January 12, 2013

Serial Number 18786703 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: 17 jewel not 19j
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from 193 to 293
Size changed from 12 to 16
Jewels changed from 19j to 7J
Movement Finish changed from Nickel to Gilt
Adjusted changed from Yes to No

Anonymous · November 26, 2012

Serial Number 18782964 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: SEVEN JEWELS
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from 193 to 293
Size changed from 12 to 16
Jewels changed from 19j to 7J
Movement Finish changed from Nickel to Gilt
Adjusted changed from Yes to No
Elgin Grade 293 Pocket Watch