The clock my father brought back from WWII

by Mark Beishir
(Arnold, MO)

I have always been fascinated by this Clock. It is about 14" long and 12" tall. The clock is an extremely detailed replica of an old chalet home or lodge - the reduced scale is amazing! Every plank, step, railing, fire wood under steps, windows it is in complete detail.

The clock itself sits in the center and is wound with a key. A musical chime is also incorporated and is wound from the bottom. The rear of the clock has a 4X6 wood door when opened exposes the clock and chime components. On the door there is an encryption; I can not tell the writing it is in another language.

My Father told me he purchased it in France
we think the clock was made in the 18th century.

No picture at this time clock in storage.

Who is B & W?

by Jessica Shamoon
(Sunny San Diego)

I love this tall heavy clock. It has a soft sweet tick tock. It is dull gold in color and may be silver underneath, as it has 925. The only other mark is a small oval with B&W inside it. The flowers look like California poppies but I'm not really sure. I want to know who B&W is. I can not find a thing on Google searches. Please inform me.

In the photo, it is the tallest one on the right side.

Zada's Fine Clock

by Nancy Rein
(Delray Beach, Florida, USA)

It was supposed to have come from Poland or Russia. Belonged to a Jewish Holy man. He passed on at the age of 99

Who made the clock and what year? Or how can I research it.

Anything to do with it's origins and worth.


Nancy

Woods Clock

by Jodi
(California)

I have a Woods clock (alarm). As of yet I have not been able to find my clock so that I may learn more about it. I will upload a picture of it at a later date.

I can tell you that it is a shelf style clock with gold and blue flowers on the door. It is about 20-25 inches tall with scrolls cut out on the top. The only thing that really concerns me is that the actual face bezel has been cut into for the key wind.

I know that without a picture of the clock it will be difficult to find out any information, but if there is anyone out there with maybe an idea or something I would love to hear from you about this matter. Thanks for your time and consideration on this matter.


Thanks,

Jodi

Wedding gift clock

by Chris Norman
(Countryside, IL USA)

Hi, I have an antique clock that was given to our family in the 1860's or 70's. I'm not sure exactly when. It was a wedding gift given by Count Bernadotte and Deserae of Sweden.

I was told that the Count needed some money and my family loaned them some. In return he gave us this clock as a wedding gift to a Lund in Sweeden. I don't know their first name though. I can't seem to find any markings at all on the clock.

If you can help me in any way be able to prove where this clock came from I would greatly appreciate it. Thank you.

Help Identify 8-Day Clock

by Bruce Shurtz
(Scheller, IL, U.S.A.)

I got this clock at a local auction in a box lot costing me $1.00. The clock ticks for awhile but stops. So, I took it apart and found that someone had messed up the hairspring which caused the problem.

I would like to know the maker and name of this clock so I can purchase the parts to repair it for my modest little clock collection.

Best Wishes,
Bruce S.

I Found this Antique Clock !

by Shanda Fisher
(Tulsa O.K.)

This clock was found in some old stuff a frend of mine was going to trash. The tag reads Lanshire synchronous self-starting electric clock movement. The Back Reads model For A.C. ONLY 105-125-V. 60CY. 25.w us. pay. 2432751 other pats pend Could you give me the history of this clock and what its value maybe? Thanks!

Heavy mantel clock

by Ruth Suhler
(Galveston, Tx)

This mantel clock came from an estate sale. I have no idea why I purchased it, it weighs a ton - again no markings. It is supposedly marble and has delicate gold etchings on the front. It's underside is hollow and you can see the pendulum. The back has a glass window that is shattered. This clock weighs 33.5 lb.

Need a background check on this clock

by Jo Ellen Ensminger
(Texas)

This clock was handed down from my husband's uncle who passed away in 2005. We have serveral of his family clocks. It doesn't have a key, but I was able to use one from another clock we have.

No name anywhere that I can see. I have researched hours on the internet. I did find out the 12cm...has to do with the pendulum. There is a paper sticker that has come off of the bottom. Unreadable.

It must be an 8-day clock because that's about how long it ran before winding down. It does strike on the hour and half-hour. Looses about 10 minutes every hour. Does anyone out there know anything about this clock? I'm attaching a pic. Thank you so much - Jo Ellen

Moms Old Kitchen Clock

by Paul
(England)

This clock sat in my moms kitchen for many years. I remember my dad bringing it home when I was very small; must have been in the late fifties, but the clock was old then.

It winds from the back and is about 6 inches in height, has no makers name on the movement and the only mark is 2 crossed arrows on the movement.

Would love to know possible age and origin. We lived in Birmingham, England at the time dad aquired it.

Gingerbread clock

by Dewald Van der Bank
(Durban, South Africa)

All I know is that it is working fine and I just love the sound of the bell. It is beautiful and a peace I inherited from my Dad.

Woman at the Well

by Sue
(Fountain Green UT)

I don't know much. She is broken at the ankles - and we will repair her. I bought the clock from a woman who bought it from Alameda Clock Shop.

She said she paid $1200, and I believe her. The marble is red, with nary a flaw. There is a hairline crack in the clock face, which has garlands of flowers between each numeral. The chime is rather tinny sounding right now, but it does keep time. She couldn't find the key, but that shouldn't be too much trouble to replicate.

The back has a filagree pattern into a copper/bronze/door. The legs bolt on.

I certainly am not interested in selling her, but I would like to find out more about her.

I had to hold her together and take a picture - if this doesn't work, we will take another when my husband gets home with my camera.

Grandpa's Clock

by Susan
(Mesa, AZ US)

I found a little old clock after my mother's death recently. I remember this clock from years ago when my grandfather showed it to me.

It is about four inches high, in a little leather and velvet lined box. On the bottom of the clock it says Water...something... The rest of the name is under the winding mechanism and even with three pairs of glasses I cannot read it. I presume this is the name of the manufacturer and a date of 1901.

The clock is very heavy and looks like a little Roman column. The face is plain...just stark white with black numerals. The glass is beveled and very thick. The mainspring seems to have been over-wound, but otherwise this clock is in great condition.

Can you help me identify it? I loved this clock since I was a small child and would love to know more about it.

Napoleon Hat Mantle Clock

Hi,

Purchased a old mantle clock with the faded name of HY-Lee and sons Hull on the front of the dial below the number 12.

On the brass movement inside the oak case is no manufacturers name, but the following stamped into the brass on the left hand side.

D.R.P.A.
D.R.G.M. NO 916380 968155
968156
968157 - 15CM

The 15cm is stamped on the far right.
The clock is a westminster chimes.
It has a 8 day movement in it.
I would be gratful for any infomation as it now sits proudly on my mantle at home after some T.L.C. from myself to bring it back to its former glory !

Many thanks Wal Stewart

Unknown American clock ?

by Rene
(Crawley Sussex England)

Its 13-5/8" high, 9-5/8" wide,4-5/8" deep
Double fusee catgut lines, strikes on a gong, veneered wood case, painted dial, works fine.

PA Clock

by Corey
(Chambersburg, PA)

Well I got this clock from my step father, he got it from his father. I am sure the clock was purchased in central Pennsylvania. It appears to be oak, and has some old stickers attached to the back. Just trying to find out how old and where it might have come from.

I do have the key and Pendulum. Their is some writing on the back "American Manufature Netherland" and directions on the workings.

Any help would be appreciated.

Thanks,

Corey

My clock from my grandparents

by Jennine
(Schaumburg IL USA)

My grandfather purchased this clock while he was stationed in Japan during WW II. He bought it for my grandmother and they have both since passed.

I have been given this clock from them and it means the world to me. I want to know if it would be worth putting in the money to have it restored and if so how much it would be.

If anyone could give me any info I would be grateful. Thank you Jennine

Fish Story

by Dennis Choate
(Searcy, AR)

I bought this clock at an auction in 1993. The auction was here in Searcy. My two girls were in the back seat with the clock! I began hearing a strange noise! My girls were facinated with the spinning action of the fish!

Help identify this clock!

by Pete
(New York)

I don't know much about this little clock and was hoping someone might provide some insight as to when or where it was made.

It has a hand painted dial and strikes the hours and half hour, and also when the button at the top of the clock is pressed.

There are also the initials, "E.P." on the brass block which holds the coil to the clock movement.

My favourite clock

by Grant Harrower
(Austrlia, Victoria, Tatura)

This clock was given to me in approximately 1972, it was approximately 70 years old then or so I was told, I don't know anything else about the clock

An unknown clock mark!!

by Brandiwine
(Ohio)

This mark belongs to a mantle clock, German or Holland?

Has anyone ever seen this mark before?

Jerome Clock?

by Vicki Wood
(Graham, NC, USA)

Is this a Jerome Clock? Appears that there was a gold picture printed on the glass door, but most of it has worn away. Runs great, has a wonderful tone, and keeps good time. Mostly, I'm interested in finding the date of the clock. Thanks so much.

Little Pendulum Brass Clock

by Denise
(New Jersey)

My Greatfather owned this little brass 3" x 2" pendulum clock(still clicks). Back of clock Yall Clock Co ? or Yall Clock Co., New Haven Ct. Pat US Jan 25, 1881, Eng Pat. Dec 6, 1800, Pat. Cananda, Nov 29 1880, Pat Germany June 2, 1881 ?? Any information would be appreciated. Thank you.

Unknown Clock and maker!!!

by Rick
(Virginia)

Hello all,

I have a clock that I have tried for years to get information on and am still in the dark. This clock (about 5" across) winds and sets from the bottom and keeps time from the top turning and the base staying permanent. It actually keeps rather good time and makes a heck of a racket (which I like) when it is ticking. I am going to try to attach a photo and if you can help in any way (date/type/nickname/value, I would certainly be most appreciative.............

There are no makers marks or dates on this clock!!

Strange Antique Clock Set

by Jason
(Phoenix, AZ)

I have a very unique clock set which I can not identify. It appears to be made entirely of brass and has a pair of matching candelabras. Each candelabra has 4 cantles and is about 2 feet tall.

It is extremely ornate with winged caryatids on each one there are two on each candelabra; there is also a face at the base of the clock which appears to be a demon or greenman. It also has small dragons holding each candelabra.

The details are numerous but not so intricate they are easily identified in some areas. The clock has a large dial with a strange symbol on the face and a demon head above the face with a large spire about it.

It also has 4 forward facing winged caryatids with four large legs holding up the clock. There are no markings and it appears the mechanics unfortunatley have been replaced with something more modern.

There are no markings but it is extremely unusual.

Bronze/Brass Figural Small Clock w/Merimaid

by Betty
(Wake Forest, NC)

I have a bronze/brass figural clock that is 11 3/4" Tall and 4" across the clock face. 6" from tip of front feet one side to other side.

Appears to be a Merimaid looking up at clock with arms stretched out as if she is holding on to the clock at bottom on the actual dial. Clock dial measures 2" across face. Appears to be floral reef around outside of clock face. One single flower in center below Merimaid and one flower on the right foot of clock.

I hope someone can help me identify my clock. I love it and inherited it from my Grandmama. It is precious to me but really would like to know something about its history.

Thanks in advance for any assistance you might be able to render.

I am 65 years old and don't know how to load a picture of my clock.


Betty
North Carolina

Grandfather in Law's Clock

by Ruth Suhler
(Galveston Tx)

My husband received this mantel clock from his Grandmother. I am curious about it because it is so ornate and understated. On the back it says Feinstein and _llman but I cannot find any other markings. It has gold etching on the glass door. I could send other images but I could only upload this one.

Help Identifying Old Mantel Clock

I have acquired an old mantel clock from my grandparents who came over from Holland in the early 40's, so I assume it is a little older than that, most likely a wedding present from the 20's. It still works great, and the only marking on the mechanics (aside from 13cm) is a trademark which resembles two stick figures holding hands. Any help would be appreciated!

BLACK MANTEL CLOCK

by PF SANDER
(SOUTH AFRICA)

Can someone please identify the following black mantel clock.

I wish to know where it comes from. Where and when it was manufactured and how much its worth to insure the clock.

We have no intension of selling the clock. It has been in the family many generations.

Kaiser?

by Ella
(USA)

Hi--I received this as a gift (ex-boyfriend)and since I'm married now, I thought I'd sell it on eBay. This ex-fellow was rather well off and made a big deal out of telling me to get it insured and keep it safe.

I can't find much information on this type of clock, or the maker Kaiser. Can anyone out there help?

E.

Grandma's Clock

by Maggie Wynn
(United Kingdom)

The clock belonged to my mother. It was bought by her father shortly after his marriage to her mother, when they moved into their first home.

There were originally 2 matching bronze figures which stood either side of the clock on the mantlepiece. But I am not sure what happened to them, as sadly my mother's father died from pneumonia when she was still a very small child. Her mother later re-married. My mother was born in 1914 which helps to date the clock.

There is a signature - F Moreau near the bottom of the bronze. The plaque on the front says DENICHEUR Par Francois Moreau (Mmlle d'Or).

The clock is not working at the moment but I remember that it worked and chimed when I was a child. Would it be worth having it restored? someone painted with gold paint over some of the guilding onthe clock.

Clock from Tenn.

by Natalie Miller
(Traverse City, Michigan)

I picked up this clock, About 12 years ago.I just liked it. Does anyone know a clockmaker or anything about it?

It has a Brass colored dial with a wild turkey in a tree on it, with white time Ring black numbers.I hope you can see the picture.

Thanks for any help.

Rensie US Globe Clock

by Cynthia Franks
(New York City)

I got the clock from Dick Button the Ice skating commentator and Olympic champion. I don't know where he got it.

It works, keeps good time and has a pleasing ticking sound and great, but short alarm bell. I've had it for 6 or 7 years and all I know about it is what's written on it. Rensie 7 jewel is on the face and on the back Rensie Watch Comp Germany US Zone.

The green parts on the face glow in the dark, but not for very long. It has an inset in the half of the globe facing the the clock face that other clocks like this are missing. Behind the inset on the underside of the globe there appears to be a fish, looks like a Coy, but I'm not certain. It has the continents on the outside of the globe where others I've seen are blank.

I'd like to know more about it like what year it was made and if this is a clock desirable to collectors. I love clocks a lot, but I feel if this is something a real collector would want, I should part with it. This is the first time in years I've wound it up.

I wish I could collect myself, but I don't have the funds or the space.

Know anything about this clock?

by Jeff S.
(Texas, USA)

I recently inherited this clock. Since then, I have spoken to several clock experts and tried various websites and so far I've had no success in finding any other examples like it or anyone who can identify what it is.

All I know about the clock is that it was purchased by a family member somewhere in England several years ago in a partial state of dissasembly.

It was re-assmebled and made functional again a few years later. I have no knowledge of where it originally came from or where it was made. I can find no visible markings or stampings of any kind on the clock.

Any help would be appreciated.

Information Needed on Antique Wooden Mantel Clock

by Yolanda Snyder
(Flower Mound, TX USA)

An Antique Wood Mantel Clock was given to me and would like to know more about it. It did come with a wind up key. It does not have a brand name or anything to identify it. I would like to know the brand name, how old it is, where it was made. It has a beautiful chime and gong sound.

A Mystery Clock

I inherited this clock from my great aunt. I know that it was imported by Davis Collamore in NY and I think that they replaced the clock face.

I also think that some things have been repaired but nothing replaced. Each of the porcelain figurines is numbered and has a marking which I've tried unsuccessfully to photograph.

I think the clock is circa 1845 but I am not sure.

Recently Received Old Clock to Identify

by Jim
(Winnipeg MB Canada)

I recently received an old clock as part of an estate. I can remember this clock at my grandparents house when I was a child and my father said he remembers it when he was growing up.

I have never owned anything like this before and would like to find out some of its history (who made it and where and when it was made) as well as its proper use, care and maintenance.

The clock runs and keeps accurate time. It strikes with the number of hours on the hour and once every half hour.

I cannot see any markings on the clock except for some numbers stamped (6412) and written (4321) on the bottom and some numbers stamped in the metal of the clockwork (16cm / 163.43).

Thanks in advance.

Sailor Clock

by Jill Klann
(Channahon, IL)

I am looking for some information about a clock. It is a cast metal case of two sailors surrounding a ships wheel (with the clock in the ships wheel). On the ribbon or life preservers it says "Manhattan USA". On the back of the body it says patented 92719.

I looked up the design patent (word doc attached), and found that it was for the clock case by Joseph Gottlieb on April 30, 1934.

But I cannot seem to find any more information on the clock, clock maker, actual production dates, significance of Manhattan, USA, or value.

Any help or information would be appreciated.

Beautiful Clock for Charity Auction!

by A. Clark
(MD)

I picked up this beautiful clock at a charity auction, and I was hoping someone can help me ID it.
Its all wood construction, except (of course) for the internal hardware, and the face appears to be metal also. It came with two keys, one very small and the other big.

If anyone can give me some more info, I would greatly appreciate it!

A Clark

Not Antique but Please Help Identify

by Pamela
(Cincinnati, OH)

I just love this little clock and I've tried to find out who's signature appears on the face. So far, I've had no success....can someone help?

Mystery Gothic clock

by Ron
(NH)

This clock has no markings on the movement, and the paper label that was nailed to the back is gone. There is a partial label inside that is from the merchant who sold these clocks. That's about it.

The "gong" is actually a bell, the size and shape of a bicycle bell - and very annoying. It rings rapidly) The only screws are woods screw that secure the movement to the case. It's more primitive than the 1890's clocks I usually see, so I'm guessing 1870's (but I don't have much of a clue anyway).

There is a metal rod hat you can pull to make the clock strike the hour. It's used to syncronize the gong to the actual hour. This clock rings only on the hour and I haven't had it long enough to see how long it runs but so far it's been 4 days.

Any ideas folks??

Tiny Little Cutie

by Theresa Johnson
(Salisbury, Maryland USA)

I got this about 10 years ago. The previous owner said that their Great-Grandfather used it as a travel alarm clock.

It looks to be finished in brass, has a delicate patterned face, stylized arms & hands, elaborate roman numerals and a second-hand.

Just below the hands appears the maker's mark "2 Jewels".

At the quarters and covering both hands, appears to be a growth or accumulation of salts or a salt-like substance. I think the same stuff is responsible for the clock not working anymore after 2002 (however, at this very moment, it's TICKING again sporadically). I have not opened nor tampered with it to find out.

On the back, there's the winding mechanism at the bottom, the setting knob at the top and the alarm set- button at the top left.

The only other markings appear on the lower right:

1. delineations with "S" and a "minus" sign under it delineated in a half round over to an "F" with a "plus sign" under it.

2. Centered at the very bottom is a drawing of an alarm bell on the left and what looks like a clock face on the right with an arrow curved through both in the direction of right to left.

The whole clock sits on two ball feet with a triangular shaped wedge of brass to lean back on.

There is rust around the edges (especially on the back) and a good bit of tarnish as expected. The whole clock stands about 3" tall and 2" wide at the widest point.