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From the American Horology Archive:
Seth Thomas Grade Edgemere Pocket Watch

Seth Thomas Watch Co.

Grade: Edgemere

Private Label(s) in Run:

Edgemere - Chicago
Edgemere - Chicago, Ill.

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Manufacturer: Seth Thomas
Manufacturer Location: Thomaston, Connecticut
Movement Serial Number: 461522
Grade: Edgemere
Model: 17
Estimated Production Year: 1904
Run Quantity: 3,400
Grade/Model Run: 1 of 1
Grade/Model Total Production: 3,400
Size: 6s
Jewels: 12j
Jewel Setting: Screw-Set
Movement Configuration: Hunting
Movement Finish: Two-Tone
Movement Setting: Lever
Plate: 3/4 Plate
Balance Type: Expansion
Regulator: Plain
Hairspring: Breguet
Standard Dial Type: Double-Sunk
Adjusted: No
Railroad Grade: No
Movement Markings: Edgemere
Chicago, Ill
Safety Pinion
12 Jewels
Case: Various
Run ID: 658.G1.6S105.617M27.H232.L572.12J1
Database Version: v52.245
Advanced Metrics
PWDB Absolute Rarity Index:
Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
10.23
PWDB Relative Rarity Index:
Rarity within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
29.78
Share of Production:
Share within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
0.240%
Registry Population: 4 (0.12%)

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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.


SethThomasFan Top Contributor Seth Thomas Expert Supporter 302 · February 19, 2023

Serial Number 461253 was reported as accurate.

kingtech 4 · December 28, 2020

Serial Number 461522 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: Movement marked Edgemere and stamped 12 jewels. A
Sears & Roebuck item.
Also serial is out of the range for the database
figured for 35. ??
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from 35 to Edgemere
Jewels changed from 7J to 12j

Anonymous · August 14, 2019

Serial Number 462464 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: 17 jewels
Curator Response: Thanks for the report. If possible, please upload an image of the movement to your collection for further evaluation and documentation.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from 35 to Edgemere
Jewels changed from 7J to 12j

Anonymous · August 13, 2016

Serial Number 463088 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: SN 463088 has (and is marked) 17 jewels. The
remainder of the data (6S HC LS) is correct. This
specific watch is private labeled on the movement
and dial as Edgemere Chicago (for Sears). The
movement has a two tone checkerboard damascene
pattern
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from 35 to Edgemere
Jewels changed from 7J to 12j

Anonymous · December 15, 2015

Serial Number 462044 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Unknown to Edgemere
Movement Finish changed from Gilt or Nickel to Two-Tone
Movement Setting changed from Lever or Pendant to Lever
Seth Thomas Grade Edgemere Pocket Watch