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From the American Horology Archive:
Rockford Grade 15 Ruby Jewels Pocket Watch

Rockford Watch Co.

Grade: 15 Ruby Jewels

Manufacturer: Rockford
Manufacturer Location: Rockford, Illinois
Movement Serial Number: 80
Grade: 15 Ruby Jewels
Variation: Ruby Jewels
Model: 1
Estimated Production Year: 1876
Size: 18s
Jewels: 15j
Jewel Material: Ruby
Jewel Setting: Gold Settings (Screw-Set)
Movement Configuration: Adaptable
Movement Finish: Gilt
Movement Setting: Key
Plate: Full Plate
Adjusted: Yes
Adjusted to Position: Yes
Adjusted to Temperature: Yes
Railroad Grade: Yes
Data Research: 1907 Rockford Serial List
Case: Various
Database Version: v52.289

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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.


Anonymous · April 21, 2021

Serial Number 89 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · June 24, 2014

Serial Number 64 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Unknown to 15 Ruby Jewels
Jewels changed from 9J to 15j

Anonymous · August 2, 2013

Serial Number 100 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Unknown to 15 Ruby Jewels
Jewels changed from 9J to 15j
Rockford Grade 15 Ruby Jewels Pocket Watch