The illinois watch case company was a major manufacture in the city of. This beautifully hand engraved illinois watch co springfield pocket watch has a wreath of flower cascading along the edges of the case. Browse our selection of vintage and antique mens illinois pocket watches for sale. Discover a large selection of illinois watches on chrono24 the worldwide marketplace for luxury watches. This beautiful railroad pocket watch is in a 10k gold filled case manufactured by the illinois watch case company in elgin, illinois, serial number 4269831. Chief executive leadership of the corporation was assumed by jacob bunn, sr.
How to determine the value of a pocket watch catawiki. See todays illinois pocket watch for sale, best offer and auction. See more ideas about springfield illinois, illinois and vintage photos. His signature is engraved on the movements of all bunn special watches. Video gaming monthly revenue reports illinois gaming board. The following information on the illinois watch case co. First produced in 19 and the last production year was 1923 keeping demand high for this extra fine movement. The illinois gaming board meeting scheduled for april 22, 2020 at 9. Solid gold pocket watch 14 karat, manufactured by the illinois.
While many models are very desirable the illinois sangamo special and bunn specials in the 60 hr. Illinois springfield pocket watch 1920s 17j double roller gold plated. Watch and patent information guide with serial numbers and. This is a fan page for all of us who admire the illinois bunn special pocket watches. The illinois watch company was founded in 1870 as the springfield watch co. Illinois made many rr grade pocket watches, most in sizes 18 and 16, but also 17. Founded in 1870 in springfield, illinois, the illinois watch company sold its first watch movement. Illinois antique pocket watches with 11 jewels for sale ebay. Free estimates illinois watch company illinois watch. Illinois bunn special pocket watches home facebook. Great savings free delivery collection on many items. Illinois watch co springfield pocket watch hand engraved.
Census, which makes it the states sixth mostpopulous city, the second largest outside of the chicago metropolitan area after rockford, and the largest in central illinois. Shop by year of manufacture such as 1920now, 18801889, 18701879. Before this, timepieces were worn around the neck, but it was charles iis love. Illinois 19 jewels antique pocket watches for sale ebay. Illinois springfield watch co 18s currier pocket watch running. This illinois hunter case pocket watch was special for a railroad company. American pocket watch 1979 price indicator, identification and price guide. Vortic watch company produces custom, handcrafted, 100 percent. Repairs are generally made within less than 30 days or less.
Illinois antique pocket watches with 15 jewels for sale ebay. How to determine the value of a pocket watch stories news how to determine the value of a pocket watch. Shop forand learn aboutantique illinois pocket watches. Zillow has 1 homes for sale in springfield il matching pocket doors. Welcome to the family owned business web site for pm time service. If you have any questions regarding this notice, please contact the bureau of comprehensive health services tollfree at 18777825565.
Antique pocket watch illinois watch company springfield 1927 19. Springfield, il 627949114 providers should continue to report the 1digit payee code to designate their appropriate payee when submitting claims to hfs, until further notification. Ive forgotten which of my grandfathers this belonged to. Folks we are please to offer for your consideration this truly rare high grade 21 jewel illinois sangamo special circa 1915. To do so, we combine traditional and cuttingedge technology to create unique, quality, functional products with exceptional value. Did you know that in 1675 it was charles ii of england who inspired the wearing of a pocket watch inside the pocket. In 2001, springfield armory redefined the industry standard for superior ergonomic comfort, ease of operation, features and performance in one fell swoop with the xd. Spring bay, spring grove, spring valley, springfield, st. Shes written over 400 articles on antique collecting for the spruce crafts.
Always input the serial number from the pocket watch movement the mechanism of the watch. Comma separated values csv file agree to illinois gaming board data. Illinois springfield pocket watch very nice condition, serviced. My grandfather had it when he worked on the railroads in iowa. Build an american artisan series style wristwatch using your heirloom pocket. Tax procedures illinois automobile dealers association. They are especially known for the large number of railroad grade and railroad approved watches they produced, including the. Illinois department of revenue auditors have found that some rebates are either being subtracted out of the total selling price of a vehicle or added to the tradein value before the sales tax is calculated. Illinois, tivoli case co, gold filled, 14k guaranteed. At its peak, between 1900 and 1928, illinois watch employed 1,300 workers, turned out 800 watches a day and was one of sangamon countys largest employers. Adams, john whitfield bunn 18311920 and various additional financiers. I was just wondering if anyone out there would have any information on this particular watch.
Enter serial number and click on any cell, press on the grade link above to get more information about your watch grade. Feb 11, 2020 explore davidgrover125s board springfield illinois vintage photos. Open face pocket watch, with silver color face, having arabic numerals, seconds dial at 6. Robertson, phillips, and the history of the screwdriver duration. Lance i have a springfield watch company pocket watch with serial 111,164. History of the illinois watch company springfield, il 18691927. While the state actually established an rps in 2001, participation by utilities was voluntary.
Illinois railroad grade size 18 pocket watch from 1915. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Find 268 listings related to colt investments in springfield on. Find the perfect deal for illinois antique pocket watches with free shipping on many items at ebay. The illinois watch company was first established in december 1869 as the springfield watch company by john c. Pocket watch springfield illinois watch company serial. Illinois was ahead of its time in many respects in the early 1900s. The sangamo special was produced in limited numbers with only 12,660 in total. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Bimetallic balance wheel, rose gold train wheels, rose gold jewel cups, rose gold timing screws. Get the best deals on illinois antique pocket watches with 15 jewels when. Solid gold pocket watch 14 karat, manufactured by the illinois watch company in springfield usa, late 1800s. We will contact you with a good faith repair estimate based on previous repairs we have done on the same type of watch. The illinois watch company was founded on december 23, 1870, in springfield, illinois.
We have a variety of springfield business opportunities currently for sale like coin laundries, bakeries, retail shops, websites and many more. Here are a few tips to find information about your pocket watch. Info, specs, and value american antique pocket watches, with serial number lookups for manufacturers such as elgin, illinois, waltham, and hamilton. It went through a few reorganization and the name changed slightly from time to time but essentially it was the same company up until 1928, hamilton watch company purchased them and intended to make watches out of both plants. The watch was named after president william mckinley, who had been assassinated a few years earlier. The illinois watch company was founded on december 23, 1870, in springfield, illinois, by john c.
The illinois watch company should not be confused with the illinois watch case company of elgin, illinois. Aug 04, 2016 i have a gold pocket watch produced by the illinois watch company, springfield. Illinois watch repair specialists renaissance watch repair. The historic signature on this stunning 1915 illinois pocket watch dial represents dedicated artisans who. Vintage illinois pocket watches collectible pocket. Its not every day that you rub shoulders with a living legend. Bunn special railroad pocket watch by the illinois watch co. The illinois springfield watch company was again reorganized in the autumn of 1878, and was renamed the illinois watch company. History deserves to be remembered recommended for you.
Use this photo guide to help you identify and value your antique pocket watches. Probably why they were purchased by hamilton in about 1927. With a huge selection of pistols and rifles, springfield armory is the premier manufacturer of quality handguns for protection and competitive shooting. For a halfcentury, springfield s illinois watch company was a nationally respected maker of timepieces. Illinois watch company, springfield, illinois rails west. The firm was originally established in the state of illinois in 1869 under the name springfield watch company, named for the town where the factory was located. The firm was initially established within the condition of illinois in 1869 underneath the title springfield watch company, named for that town in which the factory was situated.
Get the best deals on illinois 19 jewels antique pocket watches. Buy illinois pocket watches and get the best deals at the lowest prices on ebay. Illinois watch company started in 1867 in springfield illinois. Learn the keys to understanding antique pocket watch value. I have a gold pocket watch produced by the illinois watch. Find the perfect deal for illinois 17 jewels antique pocket watches with.
Illinois pocket watch for sale in uk view 55 bargains. Illinois watches were made in springfield, illinois from 1869 until 1930 when the company was sold to the. Pocket watch springfield illinois watch company serial number 4614018. Organized in 1869, illinois made many low, medium and high grade watches before being sold to the hamilton watch company in 1927. Illinois also produced watches for the plymouth watch company sears roebuck and the washington watch company montgomery ward. Bunn special railroad pocket watch by the illinois watch. Get the best deals on illinois pocket watches 18801889 when you shop the largest online selection at. A bunn special railroad pocket watch by the illinois watch company.
We invite you to learn a little about the fascinating history of your vintage illinois watch and contact us if we can assist you with the repair or restoration of your antique illinois watch. Illinois pocket watches are one of the brands of collectible watches searched for by watch enthusiasts worldwide. If youre looking for information on a specific brand, be sure to visit our watch company history pages. The pocket watch database has compiled data covering the major american pocket watch manufacturers and created an easy way to find information using the serial number on the watch movement. George pasfield, john whitfield bunn, john williams, and george n. The william mckinley grade was a thin, 16 size watch introduced in 1902 or 1903. Extra fine illinois pocket watch 21 jewel railroad grade. Illinois bunn special pocket watches, east tennessee.
High grade illinois watch from 1924 richard paige watches. Manufactured in 1924 by the illinois watch company of springfield, illinois. The illinois watch company operated out of springfield, illinois from 1869 1927. Find the springfield, il business opportunity thats right for you on bizbuysell. Illinois pocket watches are just one of the brands of collectible timepieces sought by watch collectors internationally. Illinois watch company offers a free estimate for watch repair and safe, easy and free shipping. Vintage pocket watch gold plated american early antique illinois watch company gold plated full hunter pocket watch. Illinois watch co springfield pocket watch hand engraved etsy.
The illinois pocket watch company is well described in this story written in 19. The illinois watch company was founded in springfield, illinois and began production of its earliest branded models in 1872, although the company had been producing small runs of watches with various other markings as early as 1869. Take a moment and fill out our watch repair form with your contact information and a what type of watch you have. The hampden pocket watch company made some special models, or grades. This was from a paper handed to me by a colleague who discovered it by chance several years ago. Used, vintage pocket watch gold plated american ea. See our burlington watch page for information about your illinois burlington watch. Goldbergs pocket watch collection illinois watches. Illinois 17 jewels antique pocket watches for sale ebay. This beautiful railroad pocket watch is in a 10k gold filled case manufactured by the illinois watch case company in elgin, illinois. Adams of massachusetts, and john todd stuart, william b. I have a gold pocket watch produced by the illinois watch company, springfield.
The csv file can be downloaded into other file types and managed for the ease of. Illinois railroad grade size 18 pocket watch from 1915, status. Apr 15, 20 for a halfcentury, springfields illinois watch company was a nationally respected maker of timepieces. Perhaps the best known illinois watch is the bunn special.
1125 1300 1356 519 444 918 857 1362 1027 478 1511 1362 407 1358 1024 915 873 674 540 499 30 897 344 1434 867 1269 981 615 791 12 1415 581 152 141 47 673 167