Pocket Watch Database

From the American Horology Archive:
Illinois Grade Sangamo Pocket Watch

Illinois Watch Co.

Grade: Sangamo

Private Label(s) in Run:

Ariston U.S.A.

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Manufacturer: Illinois
Manufacturer Location: Springfield, Illinois
Movement Serial Number: 2017213
Grade: Sangamo
Model: 5
Estimated Production Year: 1907
Run Quantity: 200
Grade/Model Run: 58 of 111
Grade/Model Total Production: 26,135
Size: 16s
Jewels: 23j
Jewel Material: Ruby
Jewel Setting: Gold Settings (Screw-Set)
Movement Configuration: Openface
Movement Finish: Nickel
Finish Pattern: Bright-spotted
Movement Signing Style: Serif (Decorative)
Movement Inlay Color: Black
Movement Setting: Lever
Plate: 3/4 Plate
Double Roller: Yes
Barrel: Going
Train Material: Gold
Center Wheel Material: Gold
Regulator: Micrometric
Standard Dial Type: Double-Sunk
Adjusted: Yes
Adjusted to Position: Yes
Adjusted # of Positions: 6
Adjusted to Temperature: Yes
Adjusted to Isochronism: Yes
Railroad Grade: Yes
Dial Feet Locations: 24.5, 36.5, 55.5
Case Screw Locations: 3.5, 37.5
Movement Markings: Sangamo
Illinois Watch Co.
Springfield.
23 Ruby Jewels
Adjusted
Temperature
6 Positions
Isochronism
Double Roller
Case: Various
Run ID: 6068.G95.16S1432.165M537.O2460.L4858.23J51
Database Version: v52.219
Advanced Metrics
PWDB Absolute Rarity Index:
Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
78.25
PWDB Relative Rarity Index:
Rarity within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
265.50
Share of Production:
Share within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
0.460%
Registry Population: 9 (4.50%)
$ Estimated Value (12 Month Change): 1.26% Analyzing 114 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.


billreid 141 · December 26, 2021

Serial Number 2017267 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · March 12, 2020

Serial Number 2017199 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · August 29, 2019

Serial Number 2017227 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · May 25, 2019

Serial Number 2017199 was reported as accurate.

oilseed Supporter 469 · January 12, 2017

Serial Number 2017213 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: On train bridge, marked ARISTON USA with LOGO
engraved. all other markings are consistent with
grade and model. sold on ebay for $1475 (Jan 2017)
with 14K solid gold pendant case.

ngupaan 95 · January 11, 2017

Serial Number 2017213 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: Marked Ariston USA

Anonymous · October 5, 2016

Serial Number 2017187 was reported as accurate.

southcity 9 · July 22, 2013

Serial Number 2017169 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · June 27, 2012

Serial Number 2017132 was reported as accurate.

Illinois Grade Sangamo Pocket Watch