Pocket Watch Database

From the American Horology Archive:
Illinois Grade 1 Pocket Watch

Illinois Watch Co.

Grade: 1

Manufacturer: Illinois
Manufacturer Location: Springfield, Illinois
Movement Serial Number: 533684
Grade: 1
Model: 2
Estimated Production Year: 1884
Run Quantity: 9,000
Grade/Model Run: 33 of 37
Grade/Model Total Production: 19,200
Size: 18s
Jewels: 7j
Movement Configuration: Hunting
Movement Finish: Gilt
Movement Setting: Lever
Plate: Full Plate
Barrel: Going
Balance Type: Expansion
Train: Coarse
Regulator: Plain
Hairspring: Flat
Adjusted: No
Railroad Grade: No
Dial Feet Locations: 16.5, 36.5, 53.0
Case Screw Locations: 23.5, 51.5
Movement Markings: Illinois Watch Co.
Springfield, Ill.
Case: Various
Run ID: 1256.1G83.18S1197.182M472.H522.L854.7J226
Database Version: v52.221
Advanced Metrics
PWDB Absolute Rarity Index:
Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
57.48
PWDB Relative Rarity Index:
Rarity within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
195.02
Share of Production:
Share within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
0.338%
Registry Population: 33 (0.37%)

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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 · May 9, 2021

Serial Number 537484 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · October 8, 2020

Serial Number 532734 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · September 12, 2020

Serial Number 530988 was reported as accurate.

Dave895 Supporter 90 · September 9, 2020

Serial Number 537128 was reported as accurate.

jason4kstate 244 · July 22, 2020

Serial Number 537128 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: It is a key wind movement.

Anonymous · July 19, 2020

Serial Number 530365 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: My movement S/No. 530365 is an18 size, 7 jewel
Transitional movement. It is a Stem Wind, Key
Wind, Lever Set watch movement. Running great and
keeping excellent time.
Curator Response: Thanks for the report. If possible, please upload an image of the movement to your collection for further evaluation and documentation.

Anonymous · January 12, 2020

Serial Number 533684 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · November 8, 2019

Serial Number 530529 was reported as inaccurate.

No further details were submitted with the report.

Anonymous · July 24, 2019

Serial Number 534367 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · June 28, 2018

Serial Number 537046 was reported as inaccurate.

No further details were submitted with the report.

Sjefendan 13 · April 30, 2018

Serial Number 532676 was reported as accurate.

dfchong 837 · January 29, 2018

Serial Number 534408 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · January 25, 2018

Serial Number 535868 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: This movement is a 21 jewel size 18 made for Sears
that carries the label Plymouth
I could upload photos if you like.
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.

Anonymous · December 22, 2016

Serial Number 537915 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · August 23, 2016

Serial Number 536532 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · August 22, 2016

Serial Number 536532 was reported as accurate.

Bidsworth 38 · August 8, 2016

Serial Number 532180 was reported as accurate.

rtwatches 943 · June 6, 2016

Serial Number 532446 was reported as accurate.

gloriashomes 1 · April 27, 2016

Serial Number 530580 was reported as accurate.

gloriagarces1 1 · February 10, 2016

Serial Number 538664 was reported as inaccurate.

No further details were submitted with the report.

Anonymous · February 10, 2016

Serial Number 538664 was reported as inaccurate.

No further details were submitted with the report.

Anonymous · January 19, 2016

Serial Number 538897 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · October 9, 2015

Serial Number 537799 was reported as accurate.

rjandladyj 183 · December 8, 2014

Serial Number 534016 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: Key or pendant wind,pendant set

Anonymous · November 26, 2014

Serial Number 534763 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · November 21, 2014

Serial Number 531724 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · July 21, 2014

Serial Number 530866 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · July 14, 2014

Serial Number 530886 was reported as accurate.

worldofantiques 199 · November 7, 2013

Serial Number 532863 was reported as accurate.

tonymejalli 1 · June 25, 2013

Serial Number 534386 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · May 29, 2013

Serial Number 534774 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · May 24, 2013

Serial Number 530529 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: key or pendant wind and lever set

Anonymous · May 14, 2013

Serial Number 536376 was reported as inaccurate.

No further details were submitted with the report.

Anonymous · February 11, 2013

Serial Number 537273 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: Model 1 Key or Pendant Wind and Lever Set
Illinois Grade 1 Pocket Watch