Pocket Watch Database

From the American Horology Archive:
Illinois Grade 183 Pocket Watch

Illinois Watch Co.

Grade: 183

Manufacturer: Illinois
Manufacturer Location: Springfield, Illinois
Movement Serial Number: 1727383
Grade: 183
Model: 5
Estimated Production Year: 1904
Run Quantity: 500
Grade/Model Run: 21 of 52
Grade/Model Total Production: 15,207
Size: 16s
Jewels: 15j
Jewel Setting: Screw-Set
Movement Configuration: Openface
Movement Finish: Nickel
Finish Pattern: Wide Bars
Movement Setting: Lever
Plate: 3/4 Bridge Plate
Bridge Type: 3-Finger
Barrel: Going
Regulator: Micrometric
Adjusted: No
Railroad Grade: No
Dial Feet Locations: 24.5, 36.5, 55.5
Case Screw Locations: 3.5, 37.5
Movement Markings: 15 Jewels.
Case: Various
Run ID: 5055.183G54.16S1116.165M364.O1885.L4190.15J1297
Database Version: v52.353
Advanced Metrics
PWDB Absolute Rarity Index:
Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
45.78
PWDB Relative Rarity Index:
Rarity within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
154.44
Share of Production:
Share within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
0.268%
Registry Population: 6 (1.20%)
$ Estimated Value (12 Month Change): -19.01% Analyzing 105 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.


60secondhand Supporter 5 · March 28, 2023

Serial Number 1727486 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: 1727486 is stamped 17 jewels and the database
indicates 15 jewels.
Curator Response: Thanks for the report. If possible, please upload an image of the movement to your collection for further evaluation and documentation.

MIKEKTYLER Supporter 128 · November 24, 2022

Serial Number 1727486 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · February 16, 2021

Serial Number 1727068 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Plate changed from Bridge to 3/4 Bridge

Anonymous · October 31, 2020

Serial Number 1727306 was reported as inaccurate.

No further details were submitted with the report.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Plate changed from Bridge to 3/4 Bridge

Anonymous · April 2, 2018

Serial Number 1727280 was reported as inaccurate.

No further details were submitted with the report.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Plate changed from Bridge to 3/4 Bridge

Anonymous · March 8, 2018

Serial Number 1727067 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Plate changed from Bridge to 3/4 Bridge

gravy6942 20 · April 30, 2016

Serial Number 1727383 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Plate changed from 3/4 to 3/4 Bridge

Anonymous · October 27, 2015

Serial Number 1727449 was reported as inaccurate.

No further details were submitted with the report.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Plate changed from 3/4 to 3/4 Bridge

Anonymous · April 29, 2013

Serial Number 1727272 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Plate changed from 3/4 to 3/4 Bridge

Anonymous · July 13, 2012

Serial Number 1727197 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Plate changed from 3/4 to 3/4 Bridge
Illinois Grade 183 Pocket Watch