Lancaster Watch Co. Pocket Watch: Serial Number 30885 (Grade West End)

Similar Watches For Sale

When you click on links to various merchants on this site and make a purchase, this can result in this site earning a commission. Affiliate programs and affiliations include, but are not limited to, the eBay Partner Network.

Antique 1882 LANCASTER WATCH CO. West End Key Wind Victorian Gents Pocket Watch

Check Price Source: eBay.com

NOT Running Vintage Pocket Watch Lancaster West End 18s 10j Coin Silver Case USA

Check Price Source: eBay.com

Information Provided by PocketWatchDatabase.com:
https://pocketwatchdatabase.com/search/result/lancaster-watch-co/30885

Access Date: November 14, 2024

From the American Horology Archive:

Lancaster Watch Co.

Grade: West End

Private Label(s) in Run:

Geo. W. White - Lancaster, Pa.

What is a Private Label?

Manufacturer:	Lancaster Watch Co.
Manufacturer Location:	Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Movement Serial Number:	30885
Grade:	West End
Variation:	No. 10
Model:	1
Estimated Production Year:	1880
Run Quantity:	5,000
Grade/Model Run:	1 of 4
Grade/Model Total Production:	18,000
Size:	18s
Jewels:	10j
Movement Configuration:	Adaptable
Movement Finish:	Gilt
Movement Setting:	Key
Plate:	3/4 Plate
Balance Type:	Expansion
Adjusted:	No
Railroad Grade:	No
Movement Markings:	West End Lancaster, Pa. Patent Pinion
Case:	Various
Run ID:	32.G1.18S20.181M8.A8.K8.10J1
Database Version:	v52.431
Advanced Metrics
PWDB Absolute Rarity Index: Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration	54.19
PWDB Relative Rarity Index: Rarity within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration	400.67
Share of Production: Share within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration	7.916%
Registry Population: Scoped for This Run Only	19 (0.38%)
Research Note: #34774: Likely 10j, #33441: Like 10j Private Label "Geo. W. White - Lancaster, Pa." #30300 referenced in a newspaper advertisement as West End with 10 Jewels. #30021: Marked "Patent Safety Pinion" with "Patent" appearing to be a late addition after the original movement was marked.

Value Guide

What is My Watch Worth?

Have a Question?

Ask the experts in The Pocket Watch Group

Production Metrics Tree: Grade West End

Target Profile: 18S-M1-10J-AGK-U-NO. 10

Lancaster Watch Co. Grade West End (All Variations): 29,000 ETP
18S: 29,000 100.00% 18s, Grade West End
18S-M1: 18,000 62.07% 18s, Grade West End, Model 1	Other: 11,000 Other Models or Unclassified
18S-M1-10J: 18,000 62.07% 18s, Grade West End, Model 1, 10 Jewels
18S-M1-10J-AGK: 18,000 62.07% 18s, Grade West End, Model 1, 10 Jewels, Adaptable/Key/Gilt
18S-M1-10J-AGK-U: 18,000 62.07%
18S-M1-10J-AGK-U-NO. 10: 18,000 62.07%

Population Registry for This Run

	Image	Serial Number	Run Position	Primary Identification Method	Discovery Date
There are 19 watches in the population registry for this run with 9 images. Create a FREE account or login to view the population registry and add your watch to the registry. Create a Free Account

Help Us Help Others By Improving the Database:

Does this information describe your movement accurately?

Yes

Why Might This Information Be Incorrect?

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.