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floydianoise

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Interesting Clock - New Pics
« on: August 28, 2010, 10:30:31 am »
Here's a clock I am inheriting.  With the tag on the back I know it's out of CT, but not much other than that.  Check out the pics:
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Re: Interesting Clock
« Reply #1 on: August 28, 2010, 02:17:23 pm »
Found similar....but not much helpful info

http://www.antiqueclockspriceguide.com/pages/clock4516.php



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Re: Interesting Clock
« Reply #2 on: August 28, 2010, 02:23:10 pm »
Has your 'figurehead' but a lot more detail.....

http://www.liveauctioneers.com/item/6840618

Edited to add.....another like this but with more info

http://www.antiquesintime.ca/antique_clocks/0013/

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Re: Interesting Clock
« Reply #3 on: August 28, 2010, 02:36:20 pm »
If you read the histories of the New Haven and Gilbert clock companies you find they both have a connection with the Jerrome Company......

http://www.discoverclocks.com/new_haven_clock.html

http://www.discoverclocks.com/gilbert_clock.html

Here you'll find two Gilbert clocks that closely resemble yours.......

http://clocktiquesrc.com/clocks/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=5



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Re: Interesting Clock
« Reply #4 on: August 28, 2010, 04:55:25 pm »
Just noticed something interesting related to the above post regarding the New Haven/Gilbert connection.  From the first pic/link I posted with the New Haven 'Elbe' model, in the write up I found this...... "Retains Gilbert patent indicator pendulum, " ;)

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Re: Interesting Clock
« Reply #5 on: August 29, 2010, 03:03:29 pm »
So any guesses on its monetary value?  I'm not necessarily getting rid of it, but it's kind of nice to know.  Have another clock on its way tonight as well.

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Re: Interesting Clock
« Reply #6 on: August 29, 2010, 03:09:02 pm »
I'm guessing your best bet would be to check ebay ended listings for similar to see what they went for. You could always go higher and if necessary work your way down.  ;)

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Re: Interesting Clock
« Reply #7 on: August 29, 2010, 06:55:22 pm »
More pictures. . . I assume its the original pendulum but who knows. 

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Re: Interesting Clock - New Pics
« Reply #8 on: August 30, 2010, 12:05:16 am »
This is a great heirloom….hand-me-down for your family.  Think hard before you consider getting rid of it.  Too many people kicks themselves later…..
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Re: Interesting Clock - New Pics
« Reply #9 on: August 30, 2010, 04:33:46 pm »
Not getting rid of it. . . just curious. . .

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Re: Interesting Clock - New Pics
« Reply #10 on: August 30, 2010, 05:02:01 pm »
As a whole, shelf and mantel clocks aren't worth much money. Even if they are very old. I have a George Marsh mantel clock from the 1840's (not as pretty as yours) and I paid a whole $70 for it. And it sat on CL for about a year at that price. Granted mine needed a few parts but they still aren't worth much. After looking at similar New Haven clocks on ebay and other sites, I'd say yours is worth about $350 if it has all the parts, isn't damaged and runs perfectly. It's a huge deal if it doesn't run. Clock repair men are EXPENSIVE (usually $70 an hour with a 1 hour minimum) and clocks are nearly impossible to fix yourself.

There are several New Haven clocks from the 1800's on ebay right now. They are less elaborate than yours and some have starting bids in the $25.00 range with no bids. Sure, the fancy ones have asking prices that are very high. But that doesn't mean they actually sell for that much. It's kind of a hit and miss thing with clocks. Sometimes you're lucky and get a good amount of money for them. Sometimes you get $40. Gotta have the right buyer find it at the right time. People are very spoiled by technology these days. The idea of winding up an old clock all the time isn't very exciting when you can pop a battery into a new one and have it going for months. It becomes nothing more than a chore and a burden. Pretty sad, to me old clocks are amazing. They just aren't worth much monetarily unless they are something rare.
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Re: Interesting Clock - New Pics
« Reply #11 on: August 30, 2010, 06:52:27 pm »
I agree with Hosman's sentiments. It's really too bad that so few clocks get the love and attention they deserve. They do take some investment to keep them ticking. According the the shop that took care of ours, every ten years they should go in for maintenance, which involves cleaning and replacement of any worn gears. I think we paid $130 and its been well worth it. We enjoy the clock very much and it brings back many happy memories of my husband's mother.
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