Pocket Watch Database

From the American Horology Archive:
Seth Thomas Grade 52 Pocket Watch

Seth Thomas Watch Co.

Grade: 52

Private Label(s) in Run:

Earle - Philadelphia, Pa.

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Manufacturer: Seth Thomas
Manufacturer Location: Thomaston, Connecticut
Movement Serial Number: 505814
Grade: 52
Model: 2
Estimated Production Year: 1899
Run Quantity: 15
Grade/Model Run: 4 of 5
Grade/Model Total Production: 1,095
Size: 18s
Jewels: 15j
Jewel Setting: Screw-Set
Movement Configuration: Hunting
Movement Finish: Gilt
Movement Setting: Lever
Plate: 3/4 Plate
Balance Type: Expansion
Regulator: Reed
Hairspring: Flat
Adjusted: No
Railroad Grade: No
U.S. Patents: 374359
Movement Markings: [Private Label]
Safety Pinion
Pat'd Dec.6.'87.
Case: Various
Run ID: 690.52G4.18S571.182M139.H256.L604.15J190
Data Research: 1904 Seth Thomas Serial List
Database Version: v52.406
Advanced Metrics
PWDB Absolute Rarity Index:
Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
3.29
PWDB Relative Rarity Index:
Rarity within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
19.17
Share of Production:
Share within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
0.214%
Registry Population:
Scoped for This Run Only
1 (6.67%)

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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 381 · September 20, 2024

Serial Number 505814 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: Grade: 71

SethThomasFan Top Contributor Seth Thomas Expert Supporter 381 · December 29, 2023

Serial Number 505814 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: Grade: 52
Movement Finish: Gilt
Movement Markings: Earle
Philadelphia, PA.
Safety Pinion
Pat'd Dec. 6, '87
Curator Response: Thanks for the report. The database has been updated accordingly.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from 152 to 52
Movement Finish changed from Nickel to Gilt
Seth Thomas Grade 52 Pocket Watch