AUCTION : 0519

Lot#: 538

DESCRIPTION: Clocks- 2 (Two): (1) Ithaca Calendar Clock Co., Ithaca, NY, "Shelf Library No. 8", 8 day, time and strike with H.B. Horton's Patented perpetual calendar in a walnut case with two papered metal dials, black steel hands, c1875; (2) E. W. Adams, Seneca Falls, NY, column and cornice shelf clock, 8 day, time and strike, weight driven brass strap movement in a mahogany veneer case, painted wood dial, steel spade hands, c1835.
CONDITION: (1) The case has a very nice original finish. Both paper dials are original and in good condition with only fine cracks and scratches. Original hands. The pendulum bob is a replacement. The two flat-topped crest pieces are absent. These pieces could be made and will greatly increase the value of an otherwise very nice clock. (2) The case is in good condition with a new application of glossy clear coat. The cylindrical weights are new replacements. The wooden dial is a replacement. The unusual strap brass movement is unsigned and in very good condition. Most of the inner label is gone. New mirrors. Dimensions are for the Ithaca (1) Sold "as is".
ESTIMATE: $400 - $600
PRICE SOLD: $425
CIRCA: 1875
DIMENSIONS: 25in x 12in x 4.5in

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