AUCTION : 1019

Lot#: 688

DESCRIPTION: Eastman Clock Company ship's clock, 8 day time only lever movement with nicely damascened front plate. Brass case with modern mahogany stand. Eastman Clock Company was founded by Joseph H. Eastman, born in 1843 and died in 1931. The company was in business from 1895-1896 until it became the Fair Haven Manufacturing Company in 1896. 8.25" Copper dial is engraved "Ashcroft Mfg Co. New York & Bridgeport" with "998" at the bottom of the dial.
CONDITION: Small loss and wear to insized numbers. Dial was most likely originally silvered, all of which is now gone. Brass case has darkened and tarnished with age. Mahogany case is modern and in good condition. Movement is ticking and currently running.
ESTIMATE: $600 - $800
PRICE SOLD: $850
CIRCA: 1895
DIMENSIONS: 13.5in x 14.5in x 5in

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