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Illinois Serial Number Info

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February 07, 2009, 19:05
Andre Schmidt
Illinois Serial Number Info
Hi,

i am interested in buying an Illinois with the Serial Number 2103622. I need a bit more info about that watch. Sorry no photo.
February 07, 2009, 19:50
David Abbe
Andre, The serial number you list is an 18-size 21 Jewel Open Face Grade 89 Movement of 1908 production. There were about 2480 made per the below description. The "Book Value" is about US$200.00 - US$ 250.00. They should be commented as at least a "1 star" collectible but that is not considered in the "book".


February 07, 2009, 19:52
David Abbe
I have a more Common Grade 89 17 Jewel Movement that shows the fine 2-tone finish work sometimes done on these . .


February 07, 2009, 19:57
Andre Schmidt
Brilliant. I think i go for it.

Thank you David.
February 07, 2009, 21:28
David Abbe
Andre I think you are looking at ebay;

http://cgi.ebay.com/Spectacula...C39%3A1%7C240%3A1318

And I expect this will be a very nice watch. If you win It and the seller hesitates to send to you in Germany let me know and I will take it and forward it to you.


February 07, 2009, 21:55
Andre Schmidt
Correct. Cool

I already done business with her. So its no problem. Thank you for the offer.
February 07, 2009, 22:20
Sheila Gilbert
Beautiful! I will be cheering for you!


Sheila
February 07, 2009, 22:32
Andre Schmidt
Haha. Thanks Sheila.

If it works it completes my first "treasure box". That took 5 years now. Time to order the second for another 16 watches. Big Grin
February 08, 2009, 00:32
Mary Ann Scott
Andre, That is a very nice movement with beautiful damaskeening! Go for it so you can complete your treasure box!
February 08, 2009, 22:04
Andre Schmidt
Lucky... Cool