For auction is a beautiful antique 1874 WATERBURY "CLIFTON" shelf or mantel clock in a nice walnut case. This 8-day clock looks to be all original and does run and strike.
The movement is in running condition and it does keep time and strike on the hour, the number of times per the corresponding hour. Both the time and strike side wind up freely, the movement is a little dirty though and could probably use a cleaning. The clock does have an alarm component in place and while the clock runs and strikes on the hour, the alarm does not work and doesn't seem to have the hammer in place to strike it. I'm a novice clock person so I'm not exactly sure what it would take to get the alarm to work.
The dial is paper and does have some place worn on it as you can see in the pictures. The bezel is metal and screws in place well. The hands on the clock are metal and in good shape.
The glass door on the case is in very good condition with no breaks and very few if any scratches. The white painting on the glass is for the most part complete which is rare for a clock this old.
The walnut wood case has some worn places on it, especially where the door has been opened several times and there is a small crack on the left side of the case behind the door, this isn't noticeable from the front however. Other than that it is in pretty good condition with no major cracks or gauges in it. The back still does have most of the paper on it, featuring the "CLIFTON" name of the clock, as the pictures show.
The pendulum and key come with the clock as shown. The key isn't the original but does fit both striking and winding sides of the clock.
Measurement: 20" tall x 12 1/2" long x 4 3/8" deep.
This is a great old WATERBURY "CLIFTON" clock and would make a great addition to any collection. I'm starting at a low price. If you have any questions please let me know or give me a call (417-499-1331). Thank you.
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