AboutMelvin Mills Expertise I can answer questions regarding the repair of quartz watches and antique American pocket watches. I cannot give appraisals. My expertise is in watches, not clocks.
Experience I am trained to repair quartz and mechanical watches, both modern and antique. My business focus is on quartz watches and antique pocket watches. I have been in this field for almost 4 years.
Organizations I belong to the National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors (NAWCC).
Education/Credentials I am a Certified Master Horologist from the National Institute of Horology.
I was given this watch with little information. I did some research on the internet however found it difficult to find the info pertaining to this watch. This watch has sentimental value and I would like as much information as possible.
Thanking you in advance,
Lynn
Information:
Pocket watch - gold or gold filled
Flowers engraved on 1 side (possibly roses)
Serial Number 214 150
Number on the movement 789374
engraved: FAYS MONTAUK N21
Dial is white with roman numerals
Answer Based on the number on the movement, your watch was made around 1887/1888.
The Illinois Watch company was around from 1869 - 1927.
Many watch collectors think highly of this company because they always made top quality watches.
