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"7038" could possibly indicate the grade of the watch and not the serial number of your movement. Serial numbers are usually more than a few digits.
From the American Horology Archive:
Rockford Grade 11 Jewels Pocket Watch

Rockford Watch Co.

Grade: 11 Jewels

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Manufacturer: Rockford Question Mark
Manufacturer Location: Rockford, Illinois Question Mark
Movement Serial Number: 7038 Question Mark
Grade: 11 Jewels Question Mark
Model: 1 Question Mark
Estimated Production Year: 1877 Question Mark
Size: 18s Question Mark
Jewels: 11j Question Mark
Jewel Setting: Screw-Set Question Mark
Movement Configuration: Adaptable Question Mark
Movement Finish: Gilt Question Mark
Movement Setting: Key Question Mark
Plate: Full Plate Question Mark
Railroad Grade: No Question Mark
Case: Various Question Mark
Data Research: 1907 Rockford Serial List
Question Mark
Database Version: v52.428 Question Mark
Research Note: #7047: Verified as 15 Jewels, Marked "Adjusted" and "C" [eBay #223652233696].
#7128: Verified as Marked "11 Jewels"
#7238: Verified as 11 Jewels (Pairs, Unmarked) Marked "B" on barrel bridge, stem/key-wind lever/key-set.
#7529: Verified as Model 1 Marked "11 Jewels" [JH].

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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.


Rockfordguy Supporter 43 · August 3, 2024

Serial Number 7038 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: Private Label:
Jackson Lewis
San Jose, Cal.
Marked on movement and dial

ChrisG Top Contributor Supporter 594 · May 2, 2023

Serial Number 7128 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: Confirmation image : 134277344855
Curator Response: Thanks!

Anonymous · April 30, 2023

Serial Number 7884 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: Movement clearly states 15 jewel
Curator Response: Thanks for the report. If possible, please upload an image of the movement to your collection for further evaluation and documentation.

Anonymous · September 14, 2022

Serial Number 7422 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · June 26, 2021

Serial Number 7846 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: Movement marked 15j, not 11j.
Curator Response: Thanks for the report. If possible, please upload an image of the movement to your collection for further evaluation and documentation.

Anonymous · May 27, 2021

Serial Number 7390 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · September 20, 2020

Serial Number 7036 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: Lever Set

Anonymous · February 16, 2020

Serial Number 7783 was reported as inaccurate.

No further details were submitted with the report.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from M1-11j to 11 Jewels

Anonymous · September 5, 2019

Serial Number 7047 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: 15J
Curator Response: Verified. [eBay #223652233696]
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from M1-11j to 11 Jewels

johnbjackson Supporter 20 · March 9, 2019

Serial Number 7863 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from M1-11j to 11 Jewels

Fatespiderman 5 · January 1, 2019

Serial Number 7202 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from M1-11j to 11 Jewels

WLBelkriver33 804 · October 17, 2018

Serial Number 7684 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Unknown to 11 Jewels
Jewels changed from 9J to 11j

Anonymous · September 4, 2017

Serial Number 7033 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Unknown to 11 Jewels
Jewels changed from 9J to 11j

quadcitycoin Supporter 73 · January 8, 2016

Serial Number 7366 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Unknown to 11 Jewels
Jewels changed from 9J to 11j

worldofantiques 199 · May 7, 2014

Serial Number 7411 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Unknown to 11 Jewels
Jewels changed from 9J to 11j

Anonymous · January 5, 2014

Serial Number 7125 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Unknown to 11 Jewels
Jewels changed from 9J to 11j

Anonymous · December 10, 2013

Serial Number 7050 was reported as inaccurate.

No further details were submitted with the report.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Unknown to 11 Jewels
Jewels changed from 9J to 11j
Rockford Grade 11 Jewels Pocket Watch