Pocket Watch Database

From the American Horology Archive:
Illinois Grade 101 1/2 Pocket Watch

Illinois Watch Co.

Grade: 101 1/2

Private Label(s) in Run:

D.D. Williams & Co. - Emporia, Kans.

What is a Private Label?
Manufacturer: Illinois
Manufacturer Location: Springfield, Illinois
Movement Serial Number: 1204736
Grade: 101 1/2
Model: 6
Estimated Production Year: 1893
Run Quantity: 100
Grade/Model Run: 1 of 3
Grade/Model Total Production: 400
Size: 18s
Jewels: 15j
Movement Configuration: Openface
Movement Finish: Nickel
Movement Setting: Lever
Plate: Full Plate
Barrel: Going
Train: Quick
Adjusted: Yes
Adjusted to Temperature: Yes
Railroad Grade: No
Dial Feet Locations: 2.0, 21.5, 38.5
Case Screw Locations: 23.5, 51.5
Case: Various
Run ID: 2472.G14.18S1920.186M12.O689.L1679.15J529
Database Version: v52.235
Advanced Metrics
PWDB Absolute Rarity Index:
Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
1.20
PWDB Relative Rarity Index:
Rarity within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
3.96
Share of Production:
Share within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
0.007%
Registry Population: 2 (2.00%)
Research Note: Factory Records Indicate Private Labels in Run. Factory records designate this run as Grade 101 1/2-S, Model 3 or 4, Featuring 11 Jewels. However, #1204736 Verified as Model 6 Marked "15 Jewels" (Private Label for D.D. Williams & Co.). #1204736 and #1204742 Reported as 15-Jewel Movements.

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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.


dcooper Supporter 223 · March 19, 2018

Serial Number 1204736 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: 1204736 is a model 6, quick train.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from 101 1/2-s to 101 1/2
Movement Finish changed from Gilt or Nickel to Nickel
Factory Model changed from 3 to 6

Anonymous · March 3, 2018

Serial Number 1204736 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from 101 1/2-s to 101 1/2
Movement Finish changed from Gilt or Nickel to Nickel
Factory Model changed from 3 to 6

Anonymous · February 10, 2018

Serial Number 1204736 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: Movement marked 15 jewels private label lever set
Curator Response: Thanks for the report. If possible, please upload an image of the movement to your collection so we can take a closer look.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from 101 1/2-s to 101 1/2
Jewels changed from 11j to 15j
Movement Finish changed from Gilt or Nickel to Nickel
Factory Model changed from 3 to 6

Anonymous · February 4, 2018

Serial Number 1204736 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from 101 1/2-s to 101 1/2
Jewels changed from 11j to 15j
Movement Finish changed from Gilt or Nickel to Nickel
Factory Model changed from 3 to 6

Anonymous · December 28, 2012

Serial Number 1204742 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: All Correct Except movement is 15 J and is
Marked 15 Jewels
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from 101 1/2-s to 101 1/2
Jewels changed from 11j to 15j
Movement Finish changed from Unknown to Nickel
Factory Model changed from 3 to 6
Adjusted changed from Unknown to Yes
Railroad Grade changed from Unknown to No

Anonymous · December 28, 2012

Serial Number 1204742 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from 101 1/2-s to 101 1/2
Jewels changed from 11j to 15j
Factory Model changed from 3 to 6
Illinois Grade 101 1/2 Pocket Watch