DESCRIPTION:
Presidential Wall Hanging Memorabilia- 3 (Three): (1) vintage postcard of George Washington c1900; (2) "Grant in Peace" published by John Dainty of Philadelphia after the original painting by Walter; (3) "Washington Family" published by John Dainty of Philadelphia after the original painting by Walter.
CONDITION:
includes original oval frames on the lithographs. Oval frames are 14.5 inches height.
ESTIMATE:
$150
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$250
PRICE SOLD:
$40
DESCRIPTION:
National cash register with embossed plates, wooden drawer, serial #1378870-333 and miscellaneous antiques including two old cameras, harmonica tester and harmonica, three old beer cans and a sterling silver yo yo, etc.
CONDITION:
the glass on the rear of the display window is absent. There is a marquee plate attached to top of the display window, but no marquee is present. Probably weighs 75 pounds or more.
ESTIMATE:
$300
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$400
PRICE SOLD:
$190
CIRCA: 1900
DIMENSIONS: 17in x 16in x 17.5in
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Hammond Typewriter Company, New York, "Multiplex Folding" model with two type shuttles that can be turned around for continuous use. Two buttons on either side of the keyboard unlocked the keyboard folded up and stowed for transportation in the in the carry case, including original instruction booklets.
CONDITION:
this rare model is in excellent original condition with almost no rust and the paint and emblems in especially fine condition.
ESTIMATE:
$200
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$300
PRICE SOLD:
$170
CIRCA: 1923
DIMENSIONS: 8in x 12in x 12in
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DESCRIPTION:
Balance scale, brass on marble base, signed "Bolognes" and "Ptre Chilog", Continental.
CONDITION:
this large heavy decorative scale needs a heavier pan to function correctly, but it has an appealing look. Overall Ht 29 in, width 27 in
ESTIMATE:
$200
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$300
PRICE SOLD:
$70
CIRCA: 1900
DIMENSIONS: 29in x x 27in
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DESCRIPTION:
Cane, ebony with repousse decorated, gold filled handle, with engraved dedication in reserve "To Hon. John H. Bartlett from Manchester Lodge No. 146 B.P.O. Elks Feb. 11, 1919"
CONDITION:
good, some flaking to finish. John H. Bartlett was the 57th governor of the State of New Hampshire
ESTIMATE:
$200
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$300
PRICE SOLD:
$600
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DESCRIPTION:
Admiral Fitzroy, "Improved Torricelli Barometer", English, in an oak case with carved top and carved bone stations for bone knobs for indicator hands. The enamel backing the barometer and above thermometer gives full details on use of the instrument and below that is a storm glass.
CONDITION:
the case is in excellent condition with the finish rubbed down. The enamel is in excellent condition. There is a large air bubble in the mercury tube and there is no liquid left in the storm glass.
ESTIMATE:
$800
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$1100
PRICE SOLD:
$700
CIRCA: 1880
DIMENSIONS: 47in x 14in x 4in
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DESCRIPTION:
Hemingway Auburn, NY mercury stick barometer with thermometer in mahogany case with silvered scales.
CONDITION:
very little finish remains on the case. The silvered dial is in good condition. The mercury is absent.
ESTIMATE:
$500
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$700
PRICE SOLD:
$475
CIRCA: 1870
DIMENSIONS: 40in x 8in x 3in
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DESCRIPTION:
Barometer and time piece (clock) , English, in a carved oak case with enamel thermometer and surmounted by a spring driven time only movement with balance and a 5" white enamel dial
CONDITION:
the case retains its original finish and all three enamel dials / scales are in good condition. The thermometer tube itself is broken and still contains some mercury. The movement ticks briefly and stops.
ESTIMATE:
$400
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$600
PRICE SOLD:
$250
CIRCA: 1880
DIMENSIONS: 42in x 12in x 3in
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DESCRIPTION:
John M. Merrick & Co., 7 Central Exchange, Worcester, Mass., Timby patent stick barometer, rosewood veneered case with ripple molding on sides with silvered barometer scale with set hand, lower glass for thermometer, the back with label "No. 5" and patent information.
CONDITION:
the mercury is present. The finish has darkened. The labels are in great condition on the rear.
ESTIMATE:
$250
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$350
PRICE SOLD:
$250
CIRCA: 1860
DIMENSIONS: 37.5in x 3.5in x 2in
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Weather station- barometer, thermometer and hygrometer with Hungarian script in Black Forest carved case with birds, floral and foliate decorations.
CONDITION:
the unique and wonderful case is in excellent condition with no apparent breaks and looks fantastic when hung. What we suppose to be a hygrometer has no indicator dial.
ESTIMATE:
$150
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$250
PRICE SOLD:
$130
CIRCA: 1870
DIMENSIONS: 23in x 12in x 2.5
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DESCRIPTION:
Parkinson & Frodsham, Change Alley, London, 2 day marine chronometer, small gilt plate fusee movement with spotting, spring detent escapement, and chronometer balance with blued steel helical hairspring, silvered Roman numeral dial with wind indicator, blued steel spade and poker hands, screw bezel with flat beveled glass, lacquered brass tub in gimbals, with inner shock proof tub containing movement, all in a mahogany box with brass hardware, the front with mother of pearl plaques, one marked "Re Adjusted by H. H. Heinrich New York", the other with the chronometer number "1460",with original numbered winding key, 6 1/2" x 6 1/2" x 6 1/2", c 1825
CONDITION:
movement with minor scratches and minor, scattered spotting, running well, dial with a few minor spots, minor scratches and a bit dirty, hands good, tub and gimbal with old lacquer, scratches and minor discoloration, shock mount in old lacquer, box refinished, top with split, hinges polished minor loss to infill on Heinrich plaque, key holder replaced, key good. A very nice, early example of this well known firm's work.
ESTIMATE:
$2500
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$3500
PRICE SOLD:
$2400
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Hamilton Watch Co., Lancaster, Penn., model 21 marine chronometer, 14 jewel key wind and set, straight line damascened nickel plate movement, with spring detent escapement and chronometer balance with helical hairspring, and Arabic numeral metal dial with wind indicator, black painted steel spade and poker hands, contained in a gimbaled mahogany box with brass hardware, the inside of the box top with printed instruction sheet, serial #2E2088, c1940
CONDITION:
box refinished, inner hardware cleaned and relacquered, bowl with tarnish and discoloration, dial with minor marks and scratches, tip of minute hand bent, movement very dirty and with old oil, dings, marks and scratches, fusee chain laying flat on barrel, balance lock missing one mounting screw, running, label with minor dirt and staining
ESTIMATE:
$1500
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$1800
PRICE SOLD:
$1600
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Ulysse Nardin, Le Locle & Geneva, Switzerland, chronometer watch, 22 ligne, 19 jewels, stem wind, pin set, gilt bar movement with lever escapement, Guillaume balance, double roller, gold timing screws and micrometric regulator in a sterling silver, screw back and snap bezel, open face case, with Roman numeral, outer black 5-minute markers, white enamel dial, blued steel spade and poker hands, serial #124015.
CONDITION:
CASE: A few tiny dings; Small scratch at center of back; Fine scratches on outer surface of case; Minnor scratches on inner surface of case; Very fine scratches on inner surface of case or cuvette. DIAL: Excellent. HANDS: A few minor marks and specks of oxide, otherwise very good. MOVEMENT PLATES: Minor fingerprint staining. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks) .
ESTIMATE:
$1400
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$1800
PRICE SOLD:
$900
CIRCA: 1940
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Hamilton Watch Co., Lancaster, Penn., model 22 chronometer watch with wind indicator, 35 size, 21 jewels, stem wind, pin set, adjusted to 6 positions and temperature, straight line damascened nickel plate movement, with lever escapement and micrometric regulator, Arabic numeral silvered metal dial, black steel spade and poker hands, the timepiece contained in a gimbaled bowl, and mounted in a mahogany box, serial #2F24760, c1940
CONDITION:
box very good, finish with crazing, a few minor marks, hardware dirty, interior hardware in old lacquer, with minor wear, dial very good, hands very good, movement oily, a bit dirty, running
ESTIMATE:
$900
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$1200
PRICE SOLD:
$1000
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Hamilton Watch Co., Lancaster, Penn., model 22 chronometer watch with wind indicator, 35 size, 21 jewels, stem wind, stem/ pin set, adjusted to 6 positions and temperature straight line damascened nickel plate movement, with lever escapement and micrometric regulator, Arabic numeral silvered metal dial, black steel spade and poker hands, the timepiece contained in a mahogany box with viewing aperture, and with outer mahogany box, serial #2F7771, c1940
CONDITION:
outer box with dings, marks, and scratches, inner box good with minor scratches, watch case with minor scratches, crown guard repaired, plastic crystal with minor scratches, dial restored, hands good, movement with minor marks and scratches, barrel bridge missing one screw, case screws with specks of oxide, running
ESTIMATE:
$800
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$1000
PRICE SOLD:
$700
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DESCRIPTION:
Hamilton Watch Co., Lancaster, Penn., model 22 chronometer watch with wind indicator, 35 size, 21 jewels, stem wind, stem/ pin set, adjusted to 6 positions and temperature straight line damascened nickel plate movement, with lever escapement and micrometric regulator, Arabic numeral silvered metal dial, black steel spade and poker hands, the timepiece contained in a mahogany box with viewing aperture, serial #2F7207, c1940
CONDITION:
CASE: Minor dings and pin pricks; Minor scratches on outer surface of case; Minor scratches on inner surface of case; Dirty. DIAL: Minor pitting; Restored. HANDS: Oxidation. MOVEMENT PLATES: Minor scratches on plate; Bright work with a few specks of oxide; Regulator assembly with minor oxidation; Dirty. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks). Box dirty, with marks and scratches; Back with 3 small holes; Plastic lens in viewing aperture yellowed; Now with 4 rubber feet for standing box upright; Hamilton nameplate missing.
ESTIMATE:
$800
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$1000
PRICE SOLD:
$650
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Elgin Watch Co. Father Time deck watch grade 367 with wind indicator, 16S 21J, stem wind, lever set, damascene nickel movement with free sprung lever escapement and 2 1/4" Roman numeral porcelain single sunk dial, s#21869703 in gimbaled mahogany box
CONDITION:
good running order (winds, sets and ticks) , the movement is in very good condition with little oxidation. The dial is in below average condition and has several hairlines running the full diameter. Ht 5"
ESTIMATE:
$600
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$800
PRICE SOLD:
$650
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First Moscow Watch Factory, USSR, two day marine chronometer, 15 jewel, damascened , gilt movement with fusee, break circuit mechanism, and integral balance with helical hairspring, Arabic numeral silvered dial with gilt spade and poker hands, mounted in a gimbaled bowl and contained in a brass mounted mahogany box, and with outer, lined protective mahogany box, serial #17514, 20th century
CONDITION:
both boxes good, outer box with minor marks and crazing, dial very good, hands with slight corrosion, movement a bit dirty, and with smudges, running
ESTIMATE:
$600
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$800
PRICE SOLD:
$750
DIMENSIONS: 9.5in x 13in x 10in
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LeCoultre, Switzerland, "Atmos 150th Anniversary" mantel clock, gilt case and base with glass dome, Roman numeral white painted dial, black painted hands, 14 jewel cal. 540 movement, serial #600590, number 194 in the edition, with dome and papers
CONDITION:
very good, pendulum lock needs adjustment, runs
ESTIMATE:
$2500
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$3500
PRICE SOLD:
$4000
CIRCA: 1983
DIMENSIONS: 14in x 8.5in x
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DESCRIPTION:
German Eureka, battery powered, electro-magnetic timepiece mounted on brass base under dome with large exposed rotating balance.
CONDITION:
This timepiece has been nicely restored to working condition as evidenced by the letter included describing the repair work performed. The dome is not original as this current dome is 5.75" in diameter. The dome should be about 6 3/8" in diameter to sit on the next level down from the top of the base. For reference please see the thorough examination of these German eureka's detailed on pages of 38 - 44 of F.G. Alan Shenton's "The eureka Clock".
ESTIMATE:
$900
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$1200
PRICE SOLD:
$600
CIRCA: 1910
DIMENSIONS: 13.25in x 8.5in x 8.5in
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DESCRIPTION:
LeCoultre, Switzerland, "Atmos" perpetual gold-plated brass and glass time only mantel clock, serial number 156355
CONDITION:
this gold finish is in very good condition, and the bellows canister shows some tarnish. The round dial and 5 glasses are fine. The pendulum rotates and the hands advance, but it not tested further
ESTIMATE:
$500
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$800
PRICE SOLD:
$325
CIRCA: 1965
DIMENSIONS: 9in x 8in x 6.25in
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DESCRIPTION:
LeCoultre, Switzerland, "Atmos" Clock. perpetually wound via changes in temperature and barometric pressure, serial number 477300, c1975
CONDITION:
very good overall condition with just a bit of wear to the gold surfaces along the base edges. The movement and dial inside look fine. The disk pendulum rotates smoothly, the hands advance, but it was not tested long term. Ht 9.25 in
ESTIMATE:
$400
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$600
PRICE SOLD:
$375
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DESCRIPTION:
LeCoultre, Switzerland, "Atmos" gold-plated brass and glass mantel clock wound by atmospheric changes, serial #658529.
CONDITION:
Gold plated and lacquered 540 case with a white and gilt numbered dial and a flip-front door is in like new condition.
ESTIMATE:
$400
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$500
PRICE SOLD:
$800
CIRCA: 1997
DIMENSIONS: 9in x 8in x 6.5in
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LeCoultre, Switzerland, "Atmos" perpetual gold-plated brass and glass time only mantel clock, serial number 64399
CONDITION:
the round silvered dial has tarnished, but the lacquered and gold-plated brass components retain very good surfaces. The pendulum disk rotates and the hands advance, but it was not tested long term.
ESTIMATE:
$400
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$600
PRICE SOLD:
$275
CIRCA: 1955
DIMENSIONS: 9in x 8in x 6.25in
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LeCoultre, Switzerland, for Cartier, Atmos clock, gilt, 15 jewel calibre 519 movement, Arabic numeral and arrow marker silvered dial, signed "Cartier" below 12, gilt case with glazed dome, serial #36412, c1950
CONDITION:
case dirty, gilding good, a few marks and scratches, dial with slight discoloration, some minor spotting, numerals with minor losses to gilding, movement with good gilding, running, not tested long term Ht 9 1/4", 8 1/4"w
ESTIMATE:
$400
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$600
PRICE SOLD:
$300
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LeCoultre, Switzerland, "Atmos" perpetual glass and gold-plated brass clock #178913, c1963
CONDITION:
the lower front has an applied plate which is engraved "Cherished hours at friends advice", and the gold finish overall is a bit worn and scratched. The movement retains its glossy finish. The disk rotates and the hands advance, but the timekeeping was not tested long term. Ht 9.25 in
ESTIMATE:
$350
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$450
PRICE SOLD:
$325
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France, for Gubelin, Switzerland, desk clock with annular dial, gilt brass and marble, with rococo ornament, the urn form case supported on a stone column resting on a shaped base, and with a putto at left, holding an arrow used to indicate the time, Roman numeral silvered dial, 8 day timepiece movement with lever platform, movement signed
CONDITION:
loss to gilding, tarnish, dial with minor tarnish and loss to infill in numerals, movement running, platform replaced
ESTIMATE:
$2500
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$3500
PRICE SOLD:
$2400
CIRCA: 1910
DIMENSIONS: 10in x 5in x 4in
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DESCRIPTION:
France, desk or table clock with weather station, the round, molded, green onyx base on ornamental gilt feet, and with wide, champlevé enamel trim, and central champlevé plaque, supporting three ornamental, turned columns surmounted by decorative cases with champlevé enamel shields, one containing an 8 day timepiece with Arabic numeral white enamel dial and gilt, Louis XV hands, the second with centigrade and fahrenheit thermometers on a white enamel dial, and the last with barometer, also with white enamel dial
CONDITION:
gilding worn, dusty and with a bit of verdigris, case otherwise very good, all dials good, clock running, one screw attaching clock and barometer bezels to case broken, thermometers working, barometer missing hand
ESTIMATE:
$1800
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$2500
PRICE SOLD:
$1600
CIRCA: 1900
DIMENSIONS: 13.25in x 9.5in x
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Waltham, "Wellings Correct Time" counter display clock, square, mahogany case with sloping top, black Bakelite top with chamfered edge, mounted with plaques marked "Wellings" and "Correct Time", framing the gilt bezel and silvered, Arabic numeral dial with wind indicator, 8 day timepiece movement
CONDITION:
in an old finish, dirty, base molding with chips and dings, Bakelite with minor chips, minor paint touch ups on Wellings plaque, dial with minor scratches and loss to silver, runs, stem slips easily into setting position while winding, needs adjustment
ESTIMATE:
$800
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$1200
PRICE SOLD:
$425
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DESCRIPTION:
German Oswald "Gesch" skull-form composition 30 hour novelty clock, moving eyes indicate the minutes on one and hours on the other.
CONDITION:
appears complete, original and undamaged, with the maker's name cast into the plastic base. Ticks briskly, but not tested long term
ESTIMATE:
$500
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$800
PRICE SOLD:
$350
CIRCA: 1955
DIMENSIONS: 4in x 3in x 4in
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Novelty clock, possibly German, gilt brass case with Baroque ornament, thirty hour timepiece movement with two trains run from a single barrel, one for the flying ball pendulum, alternately caught and released by the two staff wielding putti beneath a parasol, the second train with recoil escapement and pendulum controlling the timekeeping
CONDITION:
very good overall, flying pendulum arbor bent, clock will not retain tension on the mainspring until this is remedied, time train will tick with pressure on wheels
ESTIMATE:
$300
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$400
PRICE SOLD:
$650
CIRCA: 1900
DIMENSIONS: 12in x 8in x 3in
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France, for Maple & Co., London and Paris, hour repeating carriage clock in the form of a sedan chair, the gilt brass case with rococo style ornament with plaques featuring naughty putti, scrolls, and shells, case sides with carrying handles, the top with scrolled brackets supporting a fleur de lis finial, and with well executed portrait of a young woman, behind glass at right side, Roman numeral white enamel dial, 8 day time and strike movement with lever platform, counting the hours on a gong, and repeating on demand, movement signed
CONDITION:
loss to gilding, case with polish residue, portrait very good, dial with hairline at upper right, hour hand bent, movement dirty, running, striking and repeating functional, light rust on gong and winding arbors
ESTIMATE:
$6000
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$7500
PRICE SOLD:
$4400
CIRCA: 1910
DIMENSIONS: 11.25in x 8.25in x 3.5in
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Lepine, a Paris, grand sonnerie striking carriage clock, gilt Corniche case with beveled glasses, Arabic numeral white enamel dial with subsidiary alarm chapter, blued steel hands, 8 day time and strike movement with lever platform, sounding the hour and quarters in passing, and repeating on demand, with lever for selecting grand sonnerie, petit sonnerie, and silence, dial and movement signed, serial #30522
CONDITION:
case with most of the gilding worn away, minor tarnish and discoloration, minor verdigris, dial very good, hands replaced, movement running, strike, repeat, and alarm functions working
ESTIMATE:
$1200
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$1500
PRICE SOLD:
$1000
CIRCA: 1880
DIMENSIONS: 7.25in x 3.75in x 3.25in
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Switzerland, hour repeating carriage clock, oval case with beveled glasses and acanthus engraved top and base molding, Roman numeral, white enamel dial with subsidiary alarm chapter, blued steel Breguet style hands, 8 day time, strike, and alarm movement with lever platform, counting the hours on a gong, and repeating on demand, strike work planted on back plate, gong and hammer behind dial, and alarm bell in the base
CONDITION:
gilding polished off case, minor tarnish and polish residue, minor dings and scratches, front and back glasses with a few minor chips, dial good, hands replaced, movement with restoration, some parts with evidence of rough handling, runs, strikes, repeats, alarm working
ESTIMATE:
$900
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$1200
PRICE SOLD:
$750
CIRCA: 1890
DIMENSIONS: 7.25in x 5in x 4.25in
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DESCRIPTION:
France, for Tiffany & Co., grand sonnerie striking carriage clock with alarm, gilt Corniche variant case with beveled glasses, Arabic numeral white enamel dial with subsidiary alarm chapter, blued steel hands, 8 day quarter striking movement with lever platform, striking the hours and quarters in passing, and repeating on demand
CONDITION:
case dirty, gilding with wear, repeat button replaced, dial good, minute hand replaced, and with repair, movement not running or striking, gongs soldered to their bases, one gong replaced, plates etched, platform a modern replacement, some steel with minor rust
ESTIMATE:
$600
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$800
PRICE SOLD:
$425
CIRCA: 1900
DIMENSIONS: 7.25in x 3.875in x 3.75in
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France, for Charles Frodsham & Co., carriage clock, Gorge case set with beveled glasses, Roman numeral white enamel dial, blued steel Breguet style hands, 8 day time and strike movement with lever platform, counting the hours on a bell, serial #19055, dial and movement signed
CONDITION:
case with tarnish, very dirty, right side glass with chips and minor losses, rear glass with chips at upper right, dial dirty, hands good, movement dirty and with repairs, good staff, not running, escapement functional, striking functional
ESTIMATE:
$500
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$750
PRICE SOLD:
$550
DIMENSIONS: 6.5in x 3 375in x 3in
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France, for Conrad Felsing, Berlin, hour repeating carriage clock, glazed Gorge case, Roman numeral white enamel dial with subsidiary displays for month, date, and alarm, blued steel Breguet style hands, 8 day time and strike movement with lever platform, sounding the hours and half hour on a bell, and repeating the hour on demand
CONDITION:
case with polish residue, some minor tarnish and spotting, right side glass with minor chip at upper right, rear glass also with chip at upper right, minor losses and touchup to alarm and calendar displays, hands with some loss to blue, movement runs, alarm works, striking and repeating not functional
ESTIMATE:
$500
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$700
PRICE SOLD:
$1100
CIRCA: 1880
DIMENSIONS: 7in x 3 7/8in x 3.5in
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DESCRIPTION:
France, carriage clock, Anglaise case with engraved, fleur de lis inspired ornament, and set with beveled glasses, Arabic numeral white enamel dial with silvered mask, blued steel Breguet style hands, 8 day time and strike movement with lever platform, counting the hours on a gong
CONDITION:
case now without gilding, minor staining and tarnish, knob on rear door replaced, dial and hands good, mask with minor staining, runs and strikes, low balance amplitude
ESTIMATE:
$300
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$500
PRICE SOLD:
$275
CIRCA: 1900
DIMENSIONS: 7.75in x 3.875in x 3.5in
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France, for Tiffany, 8 day time and alarm brass and beveled glass carriage clock.
CONDITION:
the brass case has darkened and has some polish residue in the corners. The beveled glasses look fine, as does the signed white enamel dial. The lever platform ticks briskly, and the hands set properly, but the clock was not tested long term
ESTIMATE:
$200
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$300
PRICE SOLD:
$225
CIRCA: 1910
DIMENSIONS: 6in x x
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Carriage clocks- 2 (Two): The first with brass Corniche case, Arabic numeral white enamel dial, 8 day timepiece movement with cylinder escapement, signed "John Wanamaker", the other with engraved brass Pillars variant case with green enamel, beveled glasses, Arabic numeral metal dial, 8 day timepiece movement with lever platform
CONDITION:
gilding polished off, minor tarnish and dirt, Wanamaker running, the other ticks and stops
ESTIMATE:
$400
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$600
PRICE SOLD:
$300
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Tall case clock retailed by G.W. Russell, Philadelphia, 8 days, time, strike and chime on 5 tubes, three brass weight driven movement in an ornately carved oak case attributed to R.J. Horner, New York with gargoyle top, fluted and turned corner columns topped by Corinthian capitals on hood, cut out frets, beveled glass doors, carved corner columns, two raised panels on each side, resting on a base with checkerboard panels on sides and front on huge furry paw feet. The engraved brass dial has applied corner spandrels, silvered chapter and second's rings and moon phase.
CONDITION:
the case has been professionally refinished. The gargoyle carving has a small piece missing and its nose has been restored. A 2" portion of the upper right rear carving has been replaced. The clock is absent one of the three pulleys and the pendulum has been replaced and has a bob that is undersized. Three of the tubes are marked "HARRINGTON PATENT" with a trademark stamp. The dial is in good condition. An impressive clock.
ESTIMATE:
$12000
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$15000
PRICE SOLD:
$11500
CIRCA: 1910
DIMENSIONS: 95in x 32in x 21.5in
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Walter H. Durfee, Providence, Rhode Island, for J.E. Caldwell & Co., Philadelphia, Penn. on dial, 8 tube hall clock, 8 days, time, strike and quarter chimes. three weight driven, damascened movement. Plays Westminster or tunes on "Bow Bells". Tubes signed by Walter Durfee with patent dates 1892 & 1896. The case is carved mahogany with an ornately carved pagoda shaped hood with carved urn finial above dial, bent pyramid top surmounted by a square carved finial at apex. The trunk and hood doors have matching brass escutcheons and beveled glass. The carved curve base resting on bracket feet has a retailer panel with presentation plaque to "GEORGE & LAURA HOLL 1873. JUNE 25TH. 1895". The brass dial has moon phase, engraved spandrels and dial center, silvered chapter ring, strike / silent and tune selector discs. [Note: George Holl, Jr. (1840-1915) and Laura Stockton (1851-1920) were married June 25, 1873 at Camden, NJ and lived the rest of their life there. This clock was a 22nd. anniversary gift.]
CONDITION:
the case retains its original finish, nicely rubbed down, with some repairs and restoration to bent pyramidal surface and finial on pagoda top and several minor age splits on base. Some of the fretwork needs to be reglued but is mostly present and the front of the feet have been trimmed back. The dial is in excellent condition and is signed Durfee on the rear. The rare "Bow Bells" playing movement chimes "Whittington in imitation of the "Bow Bells" in the city of London striking on all eight tubes. The "Westminster" feature plays the famous chime in the belfry of the House of Parliament in London on four tubes. Please see Tran Duy Ly's "Longcase Clocks and Standing Regulators" page 142 for reference. This is the first Durfee Bow Bells marked model we have ever sold.
ESTIMATE:
$8000
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$12000
PRICE SOLD:
$8500
CIRCA: 1895
DIMENSIONS: 107in x 27in x 18in
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Walter H. Durfee, Providence, Rhode Island, 9 tube hall clock, 8 day, time, strike and quarter chimes, triple weight driven movement playing Westminster or Whittington chimes on tubes which are signed Walter Durfee with the patent date 1887. The brass dial signed Durfee has a silvered chapter ring with pierced brass spandrels and dial center, moon phase depicting sailing scene, strike / silent and tune selector dials. The case is mahogany and has carved cornice moldings, carved paw feet, carved broken arch top with flame finials and four full columns flanking hood, sunburst carving above trunk door flanked by four full columns and beveled glass in hood and trunk doors and raised panel on base. There are exceptional lion's head escutcheons on both hood and trunk doors.
CONDITION:
the case retains its original finish with some scuffing on paw feet and wear around trunk door. There is a split in the lower left molding on hood. The dial is in good condition The pendulum rod is a replacement, the suspension spring is absent and the crutch opening needs widening. The movement needs cleaning. The crank is original and the door keys are present. This is a handsome clock and a top of the line product with the very desirable Durfee signature on dial, movement and tubes.
ESTIMATE:
$5000
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$7000
PRICE SOLD:
$5250
CIRCA: 1895
DIMENSIONS: 101.5in x 26in x 16in
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John Joyce, Ruthin, Wales, musical three train tall case clock, 8 days, time, strike and musical weight driven movement playing one of seven tunes (including a hymn on Sunday) every four hours on eight bells and single bell hour strike with painted cast iron pendulum bob. The case is a high styled mahogany veneer case with carved rosettes on broken arch, three carved urn finials with flame tops, dental moldings, fluted columns flanking dial, inlaid banding surrounding doors, fluted quarter columns with brass Corinthian terminals and matched crotch mahogany veneers on trunk with matching raised crotch mahogany panel on base with fluted columns on base resting on ogee bracket feet. The painted metal dial is signed by maker, "John Joyce Ruthin", and has seven tune selector subsidiary dial, sweep center calendar and beautifully pierced hands.
CONDITION:
the case retains an old finish rubbed down and waxed. The trunk is door is warped but will close and lock. The key is absent. There is a vertical split on the crotch mahogany base. The feet, hands and finials are original. This is a nicely proportioned original example in the formal English style of a period musical tall clock.
ESTIMATE:
$4000
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$6000
PRICE SOLD:
$6000
CIRCA: 1795
DIMENSIONS: 93in x 22.5in x 12in
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William Herwick (Sr.) , Greensburg, Penn., "No. 6" tall case clock, 8 day, time and strike, weight driven movement in a cherry case with broken arch top, three turned wooden finials, star inlaid rosettes and four full columns flanking hood, bracket base with recessed panel. The painted metal dial with maker's signature has date calendar and moon phase. The dial's false plate is signed "PATTON & JONES PHILA".
CONDITION:
the case in good condition with some minor splits on plinth and hood and has been refinished about 60 years ago. The bracket base appears to be original but has lost an inch. The trunk door has a small repair near lock. The movement appears complete and in good condition. The disc of the moon phase is in good condition. The hands are replaced and there is touch up on numerals that should be improved. The weights and pendulum are period. The signature on the dial is original and appears to be "No. 6". We are also selling Herwick's No. 15 in this sale. William Herwick, Sr. (1770-1833) listed in Bailey & Spittler's "American Clock and Watch Makers" working from 1801 to 1833 and active with his son William Herwick Jr. of Uniontown, Penn.
ESTIMATE:
$3500
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$4500
PRICE SOLD:
$1900
CIRCA: 1805
DIMENSIONS: 90.5in x 20in x 10.5in
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Aaron Miller, Elizabethtown, NJ, 8 days, time and bell strike, weight driven movement in a mahogany case with sarcophagus top, pendulum aperture on case door, resting on straight bracket feet. The brass dial has silvered chapter ring, cast brass spandrels, second's bit, calendar aperture and maker's boss.
CONDITION:
the case has been refinished with a rebuilt sarcophagus top. There is a repair to the upper left and side of the outer trunk door. The trunk door lock has been raised. The feet have been replaced. The minute hand has solder repair. The movement is typical of Aaron Miller, who was one of New Jersey's earlier clockmakers and father-in-law of clockmaker Isaac Brokaw (clock also in this sale): It has square dial mounting posts and wooden winding drums. Please see William Drost's "Clocks and Watches of New Jersey" page 169 for a very similar example.
ESTIMATE:
$3000
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$4000
PRICE SOLD:
$4000
CIRCA: 1760
DIMENSIONS: 92in x 18in x 10in
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Austrian tall clock, long duration 30 days, time only, single brass weight driven movement in a carved walnut 2nd Baroque style case with bun feet, a checkered panel in base plinth and below hood, simulated broken arch with a very fancy carved pediment and glazed sides of hood and trunk. The brass dial with silvered chapter ring and engraved center has second's bit and fancy metal hands, c1890
CONDITION:
the clock is in very good original condition. There is a scratch repair on shelf below trunk. Matching engraved pulley present but not shown in photograph. it is uncommon to find Lenzkirch clocks made in the Baroque style.
ESTIMATE:
$3000
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$4000
PRICE SOLD:
$2500
DIMENSIONS: 93in x 24in x 11in
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Gabriel, London, astronomical regulator tall clock, 8 days, time only, brass weight driven movement with Graham deadbeat escapement, bolt and shutter type maintaining power in a mahogany veneer case with dome top and silver dial signed by maker.
CONDITION:
the case has an old finish with some veneer separation around door frame and a one inch piece absent from top of door. The front feet are very old replacements. There is a minor split on the right near the access door. The glass vial on the pendulum, formerly filled with mercury now contains a metal cylinder. The pendulum will need a new suspension spring and the door lock will need adjustment or replacement. The dial is in excellent condition. This clock has a great diminutive appearance for an astronomical regulator and is in good condition.
ESTIMATE:
$3000
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$4000
PRICE SOLD:
$5250
CIRCA: 1876
DIMENSIONS: 71.5in x 8in x 17in
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New Haven Clock Co., New Haven, Conn., "Regulator No. 10 Standing", jeweler's regulator floor standing clock, 8 day, time only, brass weight driven movement with sweep seconds and Graham deadbeat escapement in a walnut case with a, white enamel dial.
CONDITION:
the case retains its original nicely finish rubbed down. The base is a replacement. There is a great New Haven beat scale and the tubular brass cylindrical pendulum are original, but the suspension hook has been replaced. There are no hairlines on the enamel dial.
ESTIMATE:
$3000
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$5000
PRICE SOLD:
$1100
CIRCA: 1886
DIMENSIONS: 89in x 25.5in x 12in
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William Herwick (Sr.) , Greensburg, Penn., "No. 15" tall case clock, 8 day, time and strike, weight driven movement in a cherry case with broken arch top, center brass eagle finial, star inlaid rosettes and four full columns flanking hood, string inlaid doors and cross hatching on trunk and cutout bracket base with inlaid panel. The painted metal dial with maker's signature has date calendar, sweep seconds and moon phase. The dial's false plate is signed "PATTON & JONES PHILA".
CONDITION:
the clock retains an old finish with some old repairs to top molding on the hood, a repair where the top has been broken / cut off underneath the broken arch and the backboard behind the hood is replaced. The dial is in very good condition. The bell, weights, finial and pendulum are replacements. The hour and minute hands are great period originals, while the sweep seconds hand is a replacement. The signature on the dial is original and is "No. 15". We are also selling Herwick's No. 6 in this sale. William Herwick (1770-1833) , listed in Bailey & Spittler's "American Clock and Watch Makers" working from 1801 to 1833 and active with his son William Herwick Jr. of Uniontown, Penn. This is a very fine example in excellent condition and has a great look.
ESTIMATE:
$3000
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$4000
PRICE SOLD:
$3500
CIRCA: 1810
DIMENSIONS: 100.5in x 18in x 10.5in
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Isaac Brokaw, Elizabethtown, NJ, tall case clock, 8 day, time and bell strike, weight driven movement in a flat top mahogany case with tombstone trunk door. The brass dial has a silvered chapter ring, brass spandrels, circular calendar aperture at 6, second's bit and signature boss.
CONDITION:
the case retains a very old finish. The cornice molding below the hood has a 5" split repair. The seams on some moldings have opened. The feet are old replacements. This case probably had a sarcophagus top, now absent. The dial measures 18" x 13". Please see William Drost's "Clocks and Watches of New Jersey" pages 24 -34 for similar examples.
ESTIMATE:
$2500
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$3500
PRICE SOLD:
$2800
CIRCA: 1780
DIMENSIONS: 78.5in x 19.5in x 10.5in
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Herschede Clock Co., Cincinnati, Ohio, tall clock, retailed by Wm. J. Davis, Philadelphia, 8 days, time, strike and chime playing Westminster or Whittington on 9 marked Herschede Crown Symphony tubes, three brass weight driven, Germany stamped movement in a mahogany case with full columns flanking dial, beveled lower glass, paw feet and sunburst on base and hood. The brass dial has silvered chapter ring, second's bit, tune selector and strike / silent selection, applied cast and engraved dial center and spandrels and moon phase.
CONDITION:
the case retains its original finish with minor blemishes. The Crown Symphony tubes sound very good despite two professional repairs. The dial has some minor oxidation. Herschede began manufacturing their own movements in 1910, rather than importing the highest quality from Germany and England. Therefore, this fine clock dates prior to 1910 with a high grade German movement and Herscede's high end Crown Symphony tubes.
ESTIMATE:
$2000
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$3000
PRICE SOLD:
$1600
CIRCA: 1905
DIMENSIONS: 94in x 26.5in x 17in
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John J. Elliott, London, England for Schreve, Crump & Low Co., Boston, Mass., tall clock, 8 day, time, strike and Westminster chime on 5 signed Harrington tubes, three train brass weight driven movement in a mahogany case with full columns flanking broken arch hood with gilded wooden ball and spire finials, beveled glass in trunk door and front paw feet. The brass dial has pierced brass corner spandrels and dial center, silvered chapter ring with applied brass numerals, hour strike / silent and Westminster / silent selectors and moon phase dial
CONDITION:
the case retains its original finish. The feet and lower moldings on base are present but not attached and the tube hangers will need to be restrung. The silvered chapter ring is tarnished. Two of the hammers need to be refastened. The repair label indicates service by Philip D'avanza in January of 2012. This clock will present very well with a few minor repairs.
ESTIMATE:
$2000
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$3000
PRICE SOLD:
$1300
CIRCA: 1910
DIMENSIONS: 97.5in x 25in x 15in
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Seth Thomas Clock Co., Thomaston, Conn., "Hall Clock No. 40" with Sonora Chimes, 8 days, time, strike and chime on bells, triple spring driven movement in an dark finished oak case with a, brass dial with copper toned chapter ring and border.
CONDITION:
the case retains its original finish and is in good condition. The chapter ring has completely lost its silvering. The pendulum is original and has a repair midway on the rod The original brass finial is present.
ESTIMATE:
$1800
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$2500
PRICE SOLD:
$700
CIRCA: 1915
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Germany, Black Forest, organ tall clock, 8 days, time and strike, weight driven wooden and brass movement playing 8 tunes through 28 pipes in a mahogany finished soft wood case with two tiered painted wooden dial, the lower section has flower and fruit painted spandrels and the upper section has a painted scene with a castle, bridge, river and boat and is signed by F. Hofmeier of Neustadt.
CONDITION:
the case has an old finish with a replaced top. The bottom has been cut down. The movement appears complete, but will definitely need service. The dial has age splits in both the top and bottom painted panels, but is still very vivid and has great appeal. The hands are original. F. Hofmeier is listed as a clock maker and dial painter of the mid 19th century in Schwarzwalduhren by Berthold Schaaf.
ESTIMATE:
$1500
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$2500
PRICE SOLD:
$1500
CIRCA: 1840
DIMENSIONS: 96in x 21in x 12in
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Pennsylvania tall clock, 8 day, time and strike, weight driven movement in a cherry case with broken arch top, three wooden finials on bracket base with applied turnings. The painted iron dial, attributed to William Jones, Philadelphia dial manufacturer, has rose spandrels, moon phase with ship of the line scene, date aperture and second's bit.
CONDITION:
the case is refinished and in very good condition There is an age split to the both sides of the hood that have been repaired and there is a sliver missing from lower right return molding on hood.. The unsigned dial is in excellent condition. The weights and pendulum are period.
ESTIMATE:
$1200
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$1800
PRICE SOLD:
$3500
CIRCA: 1830
DIMENSIONS: 96in x 19.5in x 10.5in
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Grandmother tall clock reproduction of 18th century English clock, signed "Rolyat London", 8 days, time and bell strike, brass weight driven movement in a mahogany case with brass dial and silvered chapter ring and maker's boss.
CONDITION:
the clock is in excellent original condition. Thomas Rolyat of London is listed as active in 1763.
ESTIMATE:
$1000
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$1400
PRICE SOLD:
$1100
CIRCA: 1960
DIMENSIONS: 65in x 13in x 8.5in
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John Law, Beith, (Scotland) tall case clock, 8 day, time, bell strike with calendar, weight driven movement in a mahogany case with broken arch top, fluted rosettes, carved gilded flame finial, fluted corner columns with carved tops flanking hood over a trunk with contoured door top, flanked by top fluted corner columns with carved tops on a base with straight bracket feet. The brass engraved dial has a silvered chapter ring, engraved spandrels and dial center, calendar aperture at 6, sweep second's and signature boss. The unusual calendar mechanism displays both date and month, with specialized marking to indicate 30 or 31 days, in two apertures.
CONDITION:
the case retains an old finish. There is an old repair at the joint between the left arch and the return molding. There is an age split on left side of arch in the hood door which has split the glass.
ESTIMATE:
$1000
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$1500
PRICE SOLD:
$450
DIMENSIONS: 88in x 19in x 9in
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Michael Strieby, Greersburg, Penn., tall case clock, with significant restoration. 8 day, time and strike, weight driven movement in a cherry case with broken arch top, five turned wood finials, star inlaid rosettes and four full columns flanking hood, string inlaid cut corner columns, reeded accents on base and cutout Hepplewhite bracket feet. The painted metal dial with maker's signature has date calendar, sweep seconds and moon phase.
CONDITION:
the clock looks great in spite of its significant restoration. The dial (and maker's signature) , hands, false plate, bell and seat board are new. The risers supporting the movement and pendulum are new. The backboard, rosettes, finials and trunk door are new. The rest of the clock movement and case appears to be circa 1820. Streiby, a Revolutionary War veteran, was born in 1757 in Bucks County, PA and made clocks there until about 1790 when he moved to western Penn. and worked in the town of Greersburg (which is now Darlington, Beaver County, PA) until his death in 1830.
ESTIMATE:
$1000
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$1500
PRICE SOLD:
$700
CIRCA: 1820
DIMENSIONS: 100in x 17in x 11in
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Timothy Mason, Gainsborough, England, tall clock. 8 day, time and strike, weight driven movement, c1720, in a c1770 pagoda top oak case with brass finials. Early brass dial with silvered chapter ring, ringed winding holes, engraved center, date calendar, second's bit, applied brass spandrels, dolphins in arch flanking the silvered penny-moon phase and signed by maker engraved on chapter ring at 6.
CONDITION:
the case is refinished and the finials are replacements. The case was shortened at some time and there has been restoration to the base to return to the proper height. The key to the trunk door is absent. The second's hand is missing and there is tarnishing and loss to the silvering.
ESTIMATE:
$1000
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$1500
PRICE SOLD:
$450
CIRCA: 1760
DIMENSIONS: 94.5in x 18.5in x 9in
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John Benson, Whitehaven, England, tall clock, 8 days, time and strike, weight driven English movement in a Pennsylvania pagoda top walnut case on bun feet with brass dial, silvered chapter ring and moon phase.
CONDITION:
the case is a beautiful walnut Pennsylvania style case, which has been refinished with some minor age splits and repairs to return moldings. The movement is not original to the case and has been exposed to fire and the arch and moon disc have been charred. One weight is a modern replacement. The pendulum is period. John Benson is a well renowned English clockmaker and his work can be seen in the main hall of 10 Downing Street residence and office of the Prime Minister.
ESTIMATE:
$800
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$1200
PRICE SOLD:
$500
CIRCA: 1760
DIMENSIONS: 104in x 19in x 10in
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Seth Thomas Clock Co., Thomaston, Conn., period tall clock movement 8 day, time and strike, weight driven, in a reproduction walnut flat top case and painted metal dial,
CONDITION:
the period Seth Thomas movement, c1890, has been fitted to an excellent finely crafted reproduction case, c1980. The dial was professionally produced by the Dial House of Georgia. All components are in excellent condition. The clock has the appearance of an 1815 wooden movement Thomas tall clock, but only needs winding once a week.
ESTIMATE:
$800
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$1200
PRICE SOLD:
$200
DIMENSIONS: 83.5in x 20.5in x 11in
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Riley Whiting, Winchester, Conn., tall clock, 30 hour, time and bell strike, wooden works weight driven movement in a grain painted flat top soft wood case with painted wooden dial.
CONDITION:
The case has been regrained a long time ago and is in good condition. The movement has two pinion leaves broken, but they are present. The pendulum and hands are replacements. The dial has paint loss through center.
ESTIMATE:
$700
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$900
PRICE SOLD:
$500
CIRCA: 1820
DIMENSIONS: 87in x 17in x 10in
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E. Howard & Co., Boston, Mass., "No. 0 Special Timepiece", tower clock movement, 8 day, time only, 110 pound weight driven movement capable driving of driving four dials with two sets of tin tower clock hands and an associated motion works
CONDITION:
there is no pendulum or dials and the hands are pressed tin with motion works in brass frame. The tower clock frame has been repainted. The No. 0 Special was built to drive up to four dials as compared to the No. 0, which would only drive one dial. The crank is a replacement.
ESTIMATE:
$2500
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$3500
PRICE SOLD:
$2200
CIRCA: 1890
DIMENSIONS: 18in x 9in x 9.5in
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Sidney Advertising Clock Co., Sidney, Otsego County, New York, Huge "Advertising", wall clock, 8 days, time and calendar, spring driven movement in a soft wood case with a, papered metal dial, reverse painted tablet and papered advertising rolls driven by a separate movement rotating every five minutes.
CONDITION:
the case has an old refinish with some restorations including repainted inside backboard and dial surround. The tablet has been professionally repainted advertising Nelson's Pharmacy Marion, Kentucky. The advertising rolls have been professionally restored with period advertisements. The dial has been replaced. Andrew Van Woert Strait took out a patent in 1886 for the rotating cylinders in the bottom which change the ad every 5 minutes. This is a nicely restored example in mostly original condition.
ESTIMATE:
$4000
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$6000
PRICE SOLD:
$2300
CIRCA: 1900
DIMENSIONS: 70in x 28in x 11in
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Baird Clock Manufacturing Co., Plattsburgh, New York, "Pittsburg Times", advertising wall clock, 8 days, time and strike, spring driven Kroeber movement in a painted mixed wood case with paper mache doors displaying embossed advertising including the reverse side of an Indian Head Penny on the lower door and "ALL THE NEWS" on the upper door with papered metal dials
CONDITION:
the case is in excellent original condition with only a minor blemish on the lower door at 7. The dial has moderate staining. The label is torn but legible.
ESTIMATE:
$2000
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$2500
PRICE SOLD:
$3300
CIRCA: 1890
DIMENSIONS: 31in x 18.75in x 4in
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Baird Clock Manufacturing Co., Plattsburgh, New York, "Smoke Mayo's Chew", 8 day, spring brass movement wall timepiece.
CONDITION:
Paper mache case in as found condition in original paint has scraps and abrasions on the bottom edge and a round patch on the bottom door right side. Original paper dial has age darkened a little with numerous abrasions. Original hands and pendulum. There are several shrinkage cracks on the panel that supports the dial. Movement was made by Seth Thomas.
ESTIMATE:
$400
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$600
PRICE SOLD:
$1200
CIRCA: 1893
DIMENSIONS: 30.5in x 18.5in x 4.5in
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J. C. Brown, Bristol, Conn., shelf clock small painted and gilt line and pearl decorated iron front with Noah Pomeroy balance escapement movement with fancy cast metal silvered dial, stamped with Brown signature
CONDITION:
Iron case black paint has losses, but pearl inlays are intact and considerable gilt decoration is present. The cast metal dial is very nice with Brown's name stamped in. Hands and bezel are original. A very scarce miniature.
ESTIMATE:
$1800
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$2200
PRICE SOLD:
$1700
DIMENSIONS: 8.5in x 7.25in x 2.5in
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S. B. Terry, Plymouth Hollow, Conn., 8 days, time and strike weight brass movement full column with carved splat shelf clock with round front plate movement. This clock once belonged to the late Irving Cooperman a well known collector of Rockville Centre, NY and a former Vice President of NAWCC. His stamp is inside the case.
CONDITION:
Refinished mahogany veneered case with some veneer repairs on the base and the sides just below the columns. Original painted dial is very nice for its age. Original hands. Tablet is a modern repaint. Feet have been replaced. Readable Terry label inside and Ohio repairer's label.
ESTIMATE:
$1500
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$1800
PRICE SOLD:
$1200
CIRCA: 1835
DIMENSIONS: 39in x 19in x 5.75in
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Abiel Chandler, Concord, New Hampshire 8 day, time and strike weight brass "rat-trap'' striking movement mirror clock.
CONDITION:
Pine and mahogany veneered case in original finish has some minor wear and scratches. Reverse painted tablet is very old and looks original although the glue blocks are newer. Period mirror is original. Original painted dial, pendulum and hands. Original embossed brass ornaments. Pulleys and bell are replacements.
ESTIMATE:
$1200
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$1500
PRICE SOLD:
$1800
CIRCA: 1830
DIMENSIONS: 32.25in x 14.25in x 4in
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Birge & Fuller, Bristol, Conn., retailed by J. J. Beals, Boston, Mass. 8 day, time and strike spring brass wagon spring movement steeple on frame or double steeple shelf clock.
CONDITION:
Mahogany veneered case in nice condition with remains of original finish. Original dial looks repainted a long time ago and has some loss at the mounting screws and the winding arbors. Original tablets with some loss on top glass border. Original hands. Three of the finials have been repaired. Clean Beal label inside the case. Movement is signed Birge & Fuller.
ESTIMATE:
$1200
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$1500
PRICE SOLD:
$1900
CIRCA: 1845
DIMENSIONS: 27.5in x 13.5in x 4in
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Ethel North, Torrington, Conn., 30 hour miniature "east-west" movement shelf clock.
CONDITION:
Refinished mahogany case made by David Winship. The scrolls are basically original, but the scroll ends have been replaced. The feet and skirt are replacements. The tablet is a modern repaint yet is flaking. The dial, and pendulum are original, but the dial has several cracks, repairs and some poor touch up and loss. The ivory door escutcheon has been replaced by a brass escutcheon and a brass door knob. The three sold brass finials and the steel hands are replacements, but are the correct shape and size. The movement has original gears, but a poor repair on a strike wire. Has original weights.
ESTIMATE:
$1000
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$1500
PRICE SOLD:
$700
CIRCA: 1825
DIMENSIONS: 20in x 13.5in x 4in
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Munger & Benedict, Auburn, New York, 8 days, time and strike weight brass movement Ironing Board shelf clock.
CONDITION:
Mahogany and mahogany veneered case in very nice condition with an original alligatored finish. There is a small piece missing on the underside of the bottom molding. Original painted dial with a small loss between two and three o'clock and in a couple places on the outer edge. Hour and minute hands are original. Seconds hand is a replacement. Very nice well preserved wall paper inside the case as well as a very nice label. Original tablet with some minor restoration. Original eagle pendulum. All of the pulleys are replacements.
ESTIMATE:
$1000
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$1500
PRICE SOLD:
$950
CIRCA: 1832
DIMENSIONS: 38.5in x 22.5in x 7.75in
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Forestville Mfg. Co., J.C. Brown, Bristol, Conn., 8 day brass time & strike movement in ripple front sharp Gothic or "steeple" clock.
CONDITION:
Refinished rosewood case with ripple molding front except for door. Original signed dial with a bit dirty with some repairs. Original label has considerable loss from silverfish, but readable. Original hands, metal door knob and pendulum bob. Original William B. Fenn "faux cut glass" tablet.
ESTIMATE:
$800
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$1200
PRICE SOLD:
$650
CIRCA: 1850
DIMENSIONS: 19.75in x 10.25in x 4in
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DESCRIPTION:
Forestville Mfg. Co., J.C. Brown, Bristol, Conn., ripple front round Gothic or "beehive" shelf clock.
CONDITION:
Nicely refinished mahogany case, fully rippled front. Original bone door knob and original cut glass tablet. Nice original painted and signed dial (faint) with minor chipping around winding holes. Proper period hands, though minute hand is a bit short. Original pendulum bob.
ESTIMATE:
$800
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$1200
PRICE SOLD:
$700
CIRCA: 1850
DIMENSIONS: 19in x 10.5in x 4in
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Rodney Brace, North Bridgewater, Mass., shelf clock with a weight driven Terry-style 30 hour time and strike and alarm wooden works movement in a triple decker pilaster and cornice top mahogany veneered case.
CONDITION:
The large mahogany veneered case with maple accents on the flat pilasters in very nice condition in an old and possibly original finish. The feet show little wear but they are the same type as found on other Brace cases. The upper door glass is original. The lower door mirror is a later replacement. The original painted dial is in good condition with some age darkening and some horizontal losses. The hands are original.
ESTIMATE:
$800
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$1200
PRICE SOLD:
$650
CIRCA: 1830
DIMENSIONS: 41.25in x 21.5in x 7in
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Forestville Mfg. Co., J.C. Brown, Bristol, Conn shelf clock with a spring driven 8 day time and strike movement in a ripple front rosewood veneered cottage-style case.
CONDITION:
The beautiful rosewood case retains some original finish. The original painted dial has been restored quite some time ago and now has aged, The hands are original. The two door glasses and decoration are original but have had some restoration on the back side. The movement is signed.
ESTIMATE:
$700
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$900
PRICE SOLD:
$700
CIRCA: 1845
DIMENSIONS: 15in x 10.8in x 4.5in
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DESCRIPTION:
Forestville Mfg. Co., J.C. Brown, Bristol, Conn., 8 day, time and strike, brass fusee-spring driven movement in a rippled molding round Gothic or "beehive" case.
CONDITION:
Rosewood veneered ripple molding case in original finish. Original painted dial has some minor loss at the mounting screws, minor wear and stains. Original hands and bone door knob. Cut and frosted tablet is period and proper, but needs to be set into the door as the mounting strips are missing. Slightly darkened label inside the case. Someone has cut access holes in the dial mask to allow for tightening of the fusee barrels (not visible with door shut): Movement is signed.
ESTIMATE:
$700
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$900
PRICE SOLD:
$750
CIRCA: 1845
DIMENSIONS: 19in x 10.25in x 4in
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Atkins & Downs, Bristol, Conn., 30 hour, time and strike weight wood movement carved column and splat shelf clock.
CONDITION:
Refinished mahogany veneered case in nice condition. Painted wood dial has age darkened a little with some wear at the winding arbors. Tablet is repainted. Original hands and period pineapple finials and paw feet. Dark, but readable label inside the case. Original Downs-type movement.
ESTIMATE:
$600
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$800
PRICE SOLD:
$800
CIRCA: 1831
DIMENSIONS: 29in x 17in x 6.5in
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Brewster & Ingrahams, Bristol, CT, 8 day brass spring "Ogee Gothic" or "Onion top" shelf clock with repeating strike and nice cut glass tablet.
CONDITION:
Mahogany case is quite good with some original finish, but some veneer nicks and repairs. The original dial is worn. Nice interior label and good original hands. Pendulum bob is modern.
ESTIMATE:
$500
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$700
PRICE SOLD:
$375
CIRCA: 1850
DIMENSIONS: 20in x 11.75in x 4in
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DESCRIPTION:
Forestville Mfg. Co., J.C. Brown, Bristol, Conn., 8 day, time, strike and alarm fusee-spring brass movement sharp Gothic or "steeple" clock.
CONDITION:
Mahogany veneered case in very nice condition in original finish. The right finial has slight damage. Original signed painted dial has minor loss at the winding arbors and a couple other spots. Original hands and table with some loss. Movement is signed.
ESTIMATE:
$500
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$700
PRICE SOLD:
$900
CIRCA: 1845
DIMENSIONS: 20in x 10in x 3.75in
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DESCRIPTION:
France, Louis XVI mantel clock, the white marble case with applied gilt bronze neoclassical ornament, the columns with bowknot suspended trophies, with flanking urns, and with gilt paw feet, and set with a gilt framed, blue jasper Wedgwood style plaque, the base with three panels with inset ornament, and resting on six toupie feet, the clock housed within a gilt cylinder with gilt bezel and convex glass, with flanking, oval framed blue jasper plaques, and surmounted by an urn, with crowing cock, Arabic numeral whie enamel dial, pierced, engraved gilt hands, 8 day time and strike pendule a Paris movement, and silk thread suspended pendulum with gilt Helios mask
CONDITION:
minor dust and dirt, central base ornament with a bit of verdigris, gilding, marble and jasper very good, some ornaments loose, dial with chip at top, hidden by bezel, hands very good, movement ticks and strikes, rear bezel glass missing, a very attractive clock in exceptional condition overall
ESTIMATE:
$2500
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$3500
PRICE SOLD:
$1500
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Guilmet, France, mystery clock, blue gray variegated marble case with lion mask handles and Empire style gilt feet, surmounted by an associated patinated female figure, her left hand held aloft, and suspending the pendulum, impulsed through the nearly imperceptible movement of the gilt base on which the she stands, gilt Roman numeral engine turned dial, blued steel hands, 8 day time and strike movement with crank and stirrup escapement, back plate with Guilmets mark and numbered 1286
CONDITION:
mounts dirty and with loss to gilding, ornament originally attached to base missing, small chip to marble, rear left, dial and hands dirty, figure not original, pendulum dirty and with interior chip, runs and strikes, bell missing
ESTIMATE:
$1800
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$2500
PRICE SOLD:
$1600
CIRCA: 1880
DIMENSIONS: 28in x 9in x 8in
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Japy Freres, Paris, France, mantel clock for the Asian market, 8 days, time and gong strike, spring driven movement with Japy Freres Medal D'Or stamp in a brass case with decorative blue painted porcelain panels featuring Japanese garden motif and matching dial and insets and pendulum regulation through the dial above 12.
CONDITION:
the clock appears to be in original untouched condtion with one brass trim piece detached but preent. The porcelain panels are in very good conditon with no breaks or chips. The movement is a little loose and will need tightening and it ticks, but is dirty and the strike needs adjustment. With the recent popularity of Asian themed clocks and the growing Chinese market, this clock has great appeal.
ESTIMATE:
$1500
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$2000
PRICE SOLD:
$950
CIRCA: 1890
DIMENSIONS: 16in x 9.5in x 6.5in
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Japy Freres, Paris, France, Egyption revival mantel clock, retailed by Chas. H Schiller, Utica, New York, 8 days, time and gong strike, spring driven movement in a black and red portoro marble case with bronze sphinxes reclining on top flanking a black marble urn with bronze head at apex and other fancy bronze trim, figures of Egyptian gods applied to front flanking a very unusual black marble dial with cut Eastern style numerals.
CONDITION:
this very unusual, heavy and attractive clock is in excellent original condtion with only a couple of small flakes in the marble top. The bronze is nicely patinated and the dial with its unusual markings is fascinating. The movement is fully wound and is neither ticking nor striking.
ESTIMATE:
$1500
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$2500
PRICE SOLD:
$1000
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Feiver a Paris, France gilded brass architectural mantel clock, 8 days, time and bell strike, spring driven movement with silk thread suspension in a round case suspended above platform on four pad feet by four cast brass billars and surmounted by two doves. The white enamel dial is signed by maker.
CONDITION:
the case retains remanants of its original gilding and the back covering the movement is a replacement. The dial has some damage surrounding and above the right winding arbor. The movement appears to be recently serviced and is ticking and striking.
ESTIMATE:
$600
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$800
PRICE SOLD:
$375
CIRCA: 1830
DIMENSIONS: 16in x 8in x 3.5in
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