Pocket Watch Database

From the American Horology Archive:
Illinois Grade 69 Pocket Watch

Illinois Watch Co.

Grade: 69

Private Label(s) in Run:

M.F. De Myer Special

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Manufacturer: Illinois
Manufacturer Location: Springfield, Illinois
Movement Serial Number: 2731548
Grade: 69
Model: 6
Estimated Production Year: 1915
Run Quantity: 600
Grade/Model Run: 219 of 277
Grade/Model Total Production: 120,007
Size: 18s
Jewels: 17j
Jewel Setting: Screw-Set
Movement Configuration: Openface
Movement Finish: Nickel
Finish Pattern: Parallel
Movement Inlay Color: Black
Movement Setting: Lever
Plate: Full Plate
Barrel: Going
Train: Fast
Regulator: Reed
Adjusted: No
Railroad Grade: No
Dial Feet Locations: 2.0, 21.5, 38.5
Case Screw Locations: 23.5, 51.5
Movement Markings: Illinois Watch Co.
Springfield
17 Jewels
Case: Various
Run ID: 8676.69G321.18S4138.186M1362.O4025.L6052.17J2616
Database Version: v52.219
Advanced Metrics
PWDB Absolute Rarity Index:
Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
359.31
PWDB Relative Rarity Index:
Rarity within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
1,219.48
Share of Production:
Share within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
2.111%
Registry Population: 5 (0.83%)
$ Estimated Value (12 Month Change): -16.15% Analyzing 664 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 · April 13, 2020

Serial Number 2731138 was reported as accurate.

Watchbuddy 13 · June 27, 2019

Serial Number 2731287 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: The watch movement is marked "Adjusted 5
Position".
Curator Response: Thanks for the report. If possible, please upload an image of the movement to your collection for further evaluation and documentation.

Anonymous · March 17, 2019

Serial Number 2731528 was reported as accurate.

Relojo333 24 · August 7, 2018

Serial Number 2731548 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: According to the 'Complete Price Guide to watches'
by Shugart and others, the model 6 in 18s size is
RR grade.
Curator Response: Thanks for the report. The movement is not marked "Adjusted" and would not have been accepted into railroad service at the time of production. There are certainly some 18-Size Model 6 movements that would be considered railroad grade.

Relojo333 24 · July 22, 2018

Serial Number 2731548 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted changed from Yes to No

Anonymous · May 4, 2016

Serial Number 2731074 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted changed from Yes to No
Railroad Grade changed from Yes to No

Anonymous · December 27, 2015

Serial Number 2731324 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted changed from Yes to No
Railroad Grade changed from Yes to No

Anonymous · September 18, 2015

Serial Number 2731082 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted changed from Yes to No
Railroad Grade changed from Yes to No

Anonymous · January 8, 2014

Serial Number 2731154 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted changed from Yes to No
Railroad Grade changed from Yes to No

Anonymous · May 14, 2013

Serial Number 2731121 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted changed from Yes to No
Railroad Grade changed from Yes to No
Illinois Grade 69 Pocket Watch