Mantel Clock - William Gilbert Clock Co, Winsted, Connecticut, circa 1910

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Summary:: Mantel clock, round dial mounted in tilted round metal stand on rectangular base. Made by William Gilbert Clock Co, Winsted, Connecticut, circa 1910.
Description:: Round dial mounted in tilted round metal stand on rectangular base. Dial is white with black hands and arabic numerals. Seconds dial is at 6.

Spring wound; lever escapement.
Acquisition Information:: Loan & Subsequent Bequest from Mr John Askew, 1931

Discipline:	Technology
Dimensions:	11 cm (Height), 7 cm (Width), 9.5 cm (Length)

More information

Tagged with:	mantel clocks, gilbert mantel clocks
Themes this item is part of:	Horology Collection, Science & Measurement Collection
Primary Classification:	HOROLOGY
Secondary Classification:	Clocks
Tertiary Classification:	united states of america
Inscriptions:	Dial marked 'Made in the United States of America by Wm Gilbert Clock Co, Winsted, Conn.'. Marked on back 'Patented Sept. 2, 02. Jan 5, 04. Nov 8, 08. Feb 2, 09.'
Manufacturer:	William Gilbert Clock Co, Winsted, Connecticut, United States of America, circa 1910

Comments

Mike Palmer Posted on 16 Feb 2010 2:55 PM

I have a Gilbert Mantle click, the label on the back, the model of the clock in bold letters at the top, is partially torn. It looks like 5-6 letters the first is "S" the last is "k". I am wondering if there is anything you can tell me?

Discovery Centre Posted on 17 Feb 2010 3:34 PM

Hi Mike, thanks for the enquiry. Museum Victoria offers a free identification service and this may prove more useful with your clock. If you are able to take some photos and send them through via the website, we will refer your enquiry to one of the History and Technology curators. You can find all the details at the following website: http://museumvictoria.com.au/discoverycentre/ask-us-a-question/identifications/

Kate Posted on 30 Jan 2011 10:12 PM

Hi Mike,
Was it 'Starclox' by any chance?
Cheers,
Kate