Clocks, Watches/pocket watch

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Expert: - 8/15/2009


Question
I have an Illinois Sterling pocket watch (glass face is gone) 17 jewel with 4735392 Sterling marked inside. I'm interested in selling it but don't know how to get it's value, or find out how rare it is.

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Maria,

Your best bet is to look for a book by Cooksey Shugart, "Complete Price Guide to Watches".

That is the "bible" for horologists.

You will have all the information you need to make informed decisions regarding buying and
selling watches.

Kind regards,

Melvin

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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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