119.           $100

Seth Thomas Clock Co. wall clock, “Drop Octagon 12 Inch”, ca 1880. Like their early shelf clocks, the short drop or “schoolhouse” clock was tremendously popular in the late 1800’s. They are simple, very reliable, easy to maintain, an accurate timekeeper, and used extensively in offices, schools, and homes. It has always been one of my favorite clocks because it is so simple, and well made, that even I can keep it running. This unusually nice walnut cased clock is 24” high, clean all over, and original throughout except for the replaced paper dial. It has a complete paper label inside, original brass bob, original hands, two good glasses, and a polished brass bezel. The movement is 8-day, time only, clean and running. Ly-Seth Thomas, page 357. $150-$300.

120.           $500

Seth Thomas Clock Co. wall clock, “Umbria”, ca 1894. The walnut case is 40 ½” high, has been cleaned/polished, still remnants of black goop in the grooves and joints. Both glasses are old, two door locks on the side, original painted dial with some flaking, smudges, and chips. It has three correct hands, original brass bob, wood stick, and brass beat scale. The brass movement is double spring, 15 day time only. Nice correct clock with a heavy-duty movement that should give you a lifetime of good service. FYI – there is a brass tag on top of the case that says, “Minute Contact”. I don’t have a clue what that means. Ly-Seth Thomas, page 320. Booked for $2000, a few years ago. $750-$1000.

118.           $550

Seth Thomas Clock Co. hanging clock, “Office 30-day”, ca 1907. The old oak case is 42 inches high, aged nicely to a medium shade of oak, and is clean and polished. I removed it from the owner’s wall along with his collection of other very nice clocks. All of his clocks were running and were well maintained. The case has some fine carvings, turned finials, grooves and etchings top to bottom. The case is complete and in extra nice condition with no repairs evident. The painted dial is near perfect, signed two places, no chips or soiled, and has three correct hands. The brass pendulum, wood stick, brass beat scale, and side door lock are all original and correct for this model. The 30-day movement is double wind, time only, a very accurate timepiece and needs winding only once each month. This clock may resemble a lightweight store regulator but it is a very heavy wall clock that was selling for $1800 a few years ago. Ly-Seth Thomas #1086. $750-$1000.

115.           $500

E. Howard & Co. Boston, “Regulator No. 10”, figure 8, ca 1972. This reproduction was made by a talented craftsman as a gift to a friend.  It is a one owner clock and although now over 45 years old, it is perfect. The movement is 8-day, time only, and weight driven. Nothing is signed “Howard” of course but correct parts were used so it would be identical to a Howard made clock. It is a walnut case, 33” high, with proper door latch, glasses, dial, and hands, all identical to an original c 1880 Howard figure 8. This model made by Howard has sold at several auctions, always bringing from $2500 to $3500. We have seen the original No. 10’s sell at northeast auctions for up to $15,000. No wonder these reproductions are so popular. They don’t come any nicer than this one. $750-$1000.

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116.           $400

Skeleton clock under dome, ca late 18^th century, identical to centuries old skeleton clocks made in Europe in the 17^th century. We occasionally have an original skeleton clock that may sell for thousands of dollars. This one will fool even clock collectors. It stands 19 inches tall with dome in place and 17.5 inches with dome removed. The well-constructed movement is running and powered by a single wire fusee, and has a passing strike on the hours. The clock rests on a wood base with feet underneath and red felt on top where the brass cased clock rests. It looks very formal and distinguished. $500-$750.

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