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Expert: - 8/21/2010


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I inherited the Illinois Autocrat with 4864655 inscribed.  I would like to know the year it was made.  This might help me establish a timeline for my Grandfather.  It seems to be in very good shape, and I might pay to have it cleaned and then give it to my son.  I have no idea of its worth to others.

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Sherman,

I am assuming that number is on the movement.  If that is not true, then the information I am giving you is incorrect.

If that is the serial number, you watch was made in 1926, according to the data on

http://www.pocketwatchsite.com/illinoisserials.html

The value is determined largely by the condition so I would not venture a guess as to what it is worth.

Having a watch in working order from one's own great grandfather would have a lot of sentimental value, I would think.

Kind regards,

Melvin

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Melvin Mills

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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.

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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.

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I belong to the National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors (NAWCC).

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I am a Certified Master Horologist from the National Institute of Horology.

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