Pocket Watch Database

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From the American Horology Archive:
Rockford Grade 19 Ruby Jewels Pocket Watch

Rockford Watch Co.

Grade: 19 Ruby Jewels

Manufacturer: Rockford
Manufacturer Location: Rockford, Illinois
Movement Serial Number: 1
Grade: 19 Ruby Jewels
Model: 2
Estimated Production Year: 1876
Size: 18s
Jewels: 19j
Jewel Material: Ruby
Movement Configuration: Hunting
Movement Finish: Gilt
Movement Setting: Lever
Plate: Full Plate
Adjusted: Yes
Data Research: 1907 Rockford Serial List
Case: Various
Database Version: v52.219

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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 · February 12, 2018

Serial Number 1 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: Serial number 1 is a 19J
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from M1-9j to 19 Ruby Jewels
Jewels changed from 9J to 19j
Movement Configuration changed from Either to Hunting
Factory Model changed from 1 to 2
Movement Setting changed from Key to Lever
Rockford Grade 19 Ruby Jewels Pocket Watch