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Access Date: June 07, 2023
From the American Horology Archive:
Elgin National Watch Co.
Grade: 453
Veritas
| Manufacturer: | Elgin |  |
| Manufacturer Location: | Elgin, Illinois | |
| Movement Serial Number: | 21770510 | |
| Grade: | 453 | |
| Variation: | Veritas | |
| Model: | 15 | |
| Estimated Production Year: | 1919 | |
| Run Quantity: | 1,000 | |
| Grade/Model Run: | 3 of 9 | |
| Grade/Model Total Production: | 9,000 | |
| Size: | 16s | |
| Jewels: | 23j | |
| Jewel Material: | Ruby & Sapphire | |
| Jewel Setting: | Gold Settings (Screw-Set) | |
| Movement Configuration: | Openface | |
| Movement Finish: | Nickel | |
| Movement Inlay Color: | Gilt | |
| Movement Setting: | Lever | |
| Plate: | 3/4 Plate | |
| Double Roller: | Yes | |
| Barrel: | Jeweled Safety | |
| Train: | Quick | |
| Regulator: | Traveling Nut (spring) | |
| 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 [Some Adiditonally Marked "Elgin, U.S.A."] 23 Jewels Adjusted 5 Positions Elgin Nat'l Watch Co. U.S.A. |
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| Data Research: |
1927/1950 Elgin Serial List |
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| Case: | Various | |
| Database Version: | v50.869 | |
| Advanced Metrics | ||
| PWDB Absolute Rarity Index: Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration | 26.15 | |
| PWDB Relative Rarity Index: Rarity within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration | 10.41 | |
| Share of Production: Share within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration | 0.018% | |
| Registry Population: | 14 (1.40%) | |
Production Metrics Tree: Grade 453
Target Profile: 16S-M15-23J-ONL-A5PTI-VERITAS
| Elgin Grade 453 (All Variations): 9,000 ETP |
| 16S: 9,000 100.00% 16s, Grade 453 |
| 16S-M15: 9,000 100.00% 16s, Grade 453, Model 15 |
| 16S-M15-23J: 9,000 100.00% 16s, Grade 453, Model 15, 23 Jewels |
| 16S-M15-23J-ONL: 9,000 100.00% 16s, Grade 453, Model 15, 23 Jewels, Openface/Lever/Nickel |
| 16S-M15-23J-ONL-A5PTI: 9,000 100.00% |
| 16S-M15-23J-ONL-A5PTI-VERITAS: 9,000 100.00% |
Population Registry for This Run
| Image | Serial Number | Run Position | Primary Identification Method | Discovery Date | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 21770175 | #175 | Collection | July 16, 2014 | |
| 2 | 21770203 | #203 | Collection | December 06, 2017 | |
| 3 | 21770321 | #321 | Inferred | ||
| 4 | 21770359 | #359 | Marketplace | July 03, 2014 | |
| 5 | 21770387 | #387 | Marketplace | January 01, 2020 | |
| 6 | 21770395 | #395 | Collection | July 16, 2014 | |
| 7 |
Image Credit: netmind |
21770510 | #510 | Collection | May 25, 2023 |
| 8 | 21770577 | #577 | Marketplace | September 13, 2015 | |
| 9 | 21770677 | #677 | Marketplace | November 17, 2012 | |
| 10 | 21770773 | #773 | Marketplace | November 10, 2013 | |
| 11 |
Image Credit: Jbrinker |
21770795 | #795 | Collection | July 04, 2013 |
| 12 | 21770811 | #811 | Inferred | ||
| 13 | 21770971 | #971 | Collection | May 15, 2013 | |
| 14 | 21770990 | #990 | Marketplace | September 03, 2014 | |
| Standard Deviation of Known Examples: 272.24 (Expected: 288.82, Δ16.58/1.66%) | |||||
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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 · January 24, 2023
Serial Number 21770808 was reported as accurate.
MARTIN500 30 · April 30, 2022
Serial Number 21770650 was reported as accurate.
Anonymous · March 10, 2022
Serial Number 21770127 was reported as accurate.
Anonymous · November 7, 2021
Serial Number 21770803 was reported as accurate.
Anonymous · December 28, 2020
Serial Number 21770767 was reported as accurate.
Patrick92 11 · December 12, 2020
Serial Number 21770635 was reported as accurate.
kevinloving 62 · June 26, 2020
Serial Number 21770572 was reported as accurate.
Anonymous · January 5, 2020
Serial Number 21770387 was reported as accurate.
Anonymous · December 3, 2019
Serial Number 21770387 was reported as accurate.
Anonymous · November 18, 2019
Serial Number 21770387 was reported as accurate.
Anonymous · September 13, 2018
Serial Number 21770460 was reported as accurate.
Anonymous · April 10, 2018
Serial Number 21770360 was reported as accurate.
Anonymous · July 31, 2017
Serial Number 21770597 was reported as accurate.
Anonymous · May 22, 2017
Serial Number 21770203 was reported as accurate.
LeroyC 392 · July 4, 2014
Serial Number 21770175 was reported as inaccurate.
LeroyC 392 · July 4, 2014
Serial Number 21770359 was reported as inaccurate.
simonsays 1 · June 20, 2014
Serial Number 21770973 was reported as accurate.
Anonymous · January 6, 2014
Serial Number 21770992 was reported as accurate.
Bluejay 179 · July 10, 2013
Serial Number 21770541 was reported as inaccurate.
Anonymous · May 18, 2013
Serial Number 21770971 was reported as accurate.
Anonymous · April 29, 2013
Serial Number 21770541 was reported as accurate.
Anonymous · March 19, 2013
Serial Number 21770541 was reported as accurate.
Anonymous · January 17, 2013
Serial Number 21770992 was reported as accurate.
Anonymous · November 27, 2012
Serial Number 21770677 was reported as inaccurate.
Anonymous · November 11, 2012
Serial Number 21770232 was reported as inaccurate.
