Pocket Watch Database

From the American Horology Archive:
Illinois Grade 706 Pocket Watch

Illinois Watch Co.

Grade: 706

Private Label(s) in Run:

Penn Special
Elite

What is a Private Label?
Manufacturer: Illinois
Manufacturer Location: Springfield, Illinois
Movement Serial Number: 3888678
Grade: 706
Variation: Elite
Model: 9
Estimated Production Year: 1921
Run Quantity: 1,000
Grade/Model Run: 119 of 163
Grade/Model Total Production: 79,625
Size: 16s
Jewels: 19j
Movement Configuration: Openface
Movement Finish: Nickel
Movement Signing Style: Serif (Decorative)
Movement Inlay Color: Gilt
Movement Setting: Lever
Plate: Bridge Plate
Double Roller: Yes
Barrel: Going
Adjusted: Yes
Adjusted to Position: Yes
Adjusted # of Positions: 3
Adjusted to Temperature: Yes
Railroad Grade: No
Dial Feet Locations: 17.5, 39.0, 58.0
Case Screw Locations: 3.0, 38.0
Movement Markings: Elite
Illinois Watch Co.
Springfield
19 Jewels
Adjusted 3 Positions
Double Roller
Case: Various
Run ID: 11208.706G133.16S3546.169M520.O5998.L6733.19J603
Database Version: v52.246
Advanced Metrics
PWDB Absolute Rarity Index:
Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
239.73
PWDB Relative Rarity Index:
Rarity within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
809.10
Share of Production:
Share within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
1.401%
Registry Population: 11 (1.10%)
$ Estimated Value (12 Month Change): -1.54% Analyzing 304 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 30, 2023

Serial Number 3888146 was reported as accurate.

MoatsJustin1 top-contributor 4700 · October 23, 2023

Serial Number 3888216 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · August 26, 2023

Serial Number 3888085 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · October 31, 2022

Serial Number 3888742 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · September 30, 2022

Serial Number 3888521 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · September 27, 2022

Serial Number 3888521 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: Penn special on movement gold train gold plated
screws
Curator Response: Thanks for the report. If possible, please upload an image of the movement to your collection for further evaluation and documentation.

Anonymous · February 13, 2021

Serial Number 3888146 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · February 25, 2020

Serial Number 3888028 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · February 19, 2020

Serial Number 3888699 was reported as accurate.

jimnelson915 64 · February 1, 2020

Serial Number 3888384 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: This movement is marked rockland
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 29, 2017

Serial Number 3888553 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · July 23, 2016

Serial Number 3888199 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · January 10, 2016

Serial Number 3888236 was reported as accurate.

r72gsaol 37 · July 26, 2015

Serial Number 3888553 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · July 26, 2015

Serial Number 3888553 was reported as inaccurate.

No further details were submitted with the report.

Anonymous · June 27, 2015

Serial Number 3888553 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · April 18, 2013

Serial Number 3888748 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: adjusted 3 positions
Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted # Positions changed from 4 to 3
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

Anonymous · August 10, 2012

Serial Number 3888427 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted # Positions changed from 4 to 3
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge
Illinois Grade 706 Pocket Watch