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Mantel Clock - Waterbury Clock Co, circa 1870s Object Reg. No: ST 025524

Summary:
Mantel clock in wooden case with pressed wood foliage decorations. 'Brighton' model, made by Waterbury Clock Co, Waterbury, Connecticut, circa 1870s.
Description:
Wooden case with pressed wood foliage decorations. Full length glass door shows pendulum with ornate bob, and striking coil.

Spring wound; anchor escapement. Eight day movement.

Pendulum in case.
Acquisition Information:
Donation from Mrs Colliver, 1964
Discipline: Technology
Dimensions: 55 cm (Height), 10 cm (Width), 38 cm (Length)

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Tagged with: mantel clocks, striking clocks, galesburg, wall clock
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 is marked 'Manufactured by Waterbury Clock Co. USA'.

Two paper labels glued to rear of case. Give instructions for use, and locations for Waterbury as Connecticut, Chicago, Glasgow, and New York.
Maker: Waterbury Clock Co, Waterbury, Connecticut, United States of America, circa 1870s

Comments

mike wagner Posted on 20 May 2010 5:56 PM
old waterbury loses time has a spot to adjust it which way do you turn it
Discovery Centre Posted on 22 May 2010 11:22 AM
Museum Victoria Comment
Hi Mike. It is probably best that you contact a horologist with your enquiry as we can't advise on repair of clocks. It is also hard to give advise on a clock with so little information. See our Question of the Week on Horology for information on contacting a horologist.

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