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From the American Horology Archive:
Elgin Grade 315 Pocket Watch
Elgin Grade 315 Pocket Watch

Elgin National Watch Co.

Grade: 315

Manufacturer: Elgin
Manufacturer Location: Elgin, Illinois
Movement Serial Number: 29533087
Grade: 315
Model: 3
Class: 114
Estimated Production Year: 1927
Run Quantity: 8,000
Grade/Model Run: 256 of 329
Grade/Model Total Production: 1,033,900
Size: 12s
Jewels: 15j
Jewel Setting: Screw-Set
Movement Configuration: Openface
Movement Finish: Nickel
Movement Setting: Pendant
Plate: 3/4 Plate
Double Roller: Yes
Barrel: Going
Balance Type: Expansion
Balance Jewel Material: Ruby
Train: Quick
Regulator: Moseley
Hairspring: Breguet
Standard Dial Type: Single-Sunk
Adjusted: No
Railroad Grade: No
U.S. Patents: 596407, 77078, 585025
Data Research: 1927/1950 Elgin Serial List
Case: Various
Run ID: 13196.315G256.12S2246.123M1134.O6114.P10217.15J3728
Database Version: v52.219
Advanced Metrics
PWDB Absolute Rarity Index:
Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
3,095.60
PWDB Relative Rarity Index:
Rarity within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
1,202.85
Share of Production:
Share within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
2.044%
Registry Population: 40 (0.50%)
$ Estimated Value (12 Month Change): -1.45% Analyzing 3,223 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 · October 22, 2022

Serial Number 29528027 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · January 29, 2022

Serial Number 29532902 was reported as accurate.

MoatsJustin1 top-contributor 4691 · May 20, 2021

Serial Number 29528200 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · May 17, 2021

Serial Number 29529404 was reported as accurate.

021666 41 · April 10, 2021

Serial Number 29530169 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · March 23, 2020

Serial Number 29533438 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · January 29, 2020

Serial Number 29530850 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · January 28, 2020

Serial Number 29530890 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · September 8, 2019

Serial Number 29533476 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · June 21, 2019

Serial Number 29530895 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · February 13, 2018

Serial Number 29534211 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · August 14, 2017

Serial Number 29534659 was reported as accurate.

cmdraven 3970 · July 2, 2017

Serial Number 29527443 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · May 4, 2017

Serial Number 29529640 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · August 9, 2016

Serial Number 29529436 was reported as accurate.

dscottgoodrick 142 · May 9, 2016

Serial Number 29534474 was reported as accurate.

watchbird 40 · March 6, 2016

Serial Number 29531427 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · October 17, 2015

Serial Number 29530882 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · June 21, 2015

Serial Number 29532661 was reported as accurate.

neldajoe 1 · June 4, 2015

Serial Number 29534776 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · February 3, 2014

Serial Number 29529378 was reported as inaccurate.

No further details were submitted with the report.

Anonymous · April 20, 2013

Serial Number 29532515 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · January 15, 2013

Serial Number 29528629 was reported as accurate.

Elgin Grade 315 Pocket Watch
Elgin Grade 315 Pocket Watch