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I HAVE A POCKET WATCH FROM THE SPRINGFIELD WATCH CO # 4027916 AND MARKED ON THE FACE ILLINOIS CENTRAL. NUMBERS ARE NOT ARABIC. NORMAL 1-12 NUMBERS. CAN YOU PLEASE TELL ME IF THIS A RAILROAD WATCH AND WHERE CAN I GET INFO AND VALUE AT. THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR YOUR TIME. LISE
Lise,
If you could show me a picture, I might have a better idea if it is a railroad grade or not.
Also, look at the movement to determine how many jewels are in the movement. It should have 21 or more.
By the serial #, it was made in 1923.
The best way to get a value is to look on ebay at what similar watches are selling for. That is the actual market value.
Illinois is a very popular watch and in demand. Depending on the shape, it could be worth a nice amount.
Kind regards,
Melvin
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| Comment | THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH. THIS IS A 17 JEWEL WATCH AND I AM ON DIAL UP AND CANNOT GET THE PHOTO TO YOU. ITS SO SLOW BY THE TIME IT GETS TO THE PICTURE I HAVE TIMED OUT. THANK YOU MELVIN, FOR ALL YOUR HELP. LISE | ||
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Melvin 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 5 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.
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