Up for auction here is an old antique mantel clock. The only maker's mark we could find is on the very ornate gilded face which simply reads "S" and "F" on either side of the 12:00 o'clock location. This is a beautiful "petite" style of mantel clock and only measures 17 inches across, 7-1/2 inches deep and 11 inches tall. The key and pendulum is also included here. The clock is key wind and winds "towards the center" on each side. The clock is still ticking as I am listing this, but we have not heard it chime. It looks like there is a little pin holding the hands in place and maybe that's why we are not hearing it chime... not sure. It may need some adjustment or repair... we are not sure as this is an estate sale find. It has beautiful ebonized wood with a lovely carved vine and leaf design. The columns on either side are a beautiful pale creamy marbleized color and the clock has decorative metal feet and side handles. You will see a bit of wear to the top of the wood case. Wish we knew more about this clock. The back of the clock has the sticker from the original jeweler's shop that originally sold it. It reads "M.L Cooveri, the Leading Jeweler & Optician , Vancouver, Wash. Repairing and Engraving." Beautiful old item well worth the very low starting bid!
Shipping price includes delivery confirmation and insurance. Please ask any and all questions prior to bidding as this is an AS-IS, NO return auction! We do not know much about clocks and this one may need repair in order for it to work properly. We have described it to the best of our ability. Thanks for looking!
CLOCK UPDATE: We just heard it chime... it WORKS!!! Yay! Nice sound too!
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