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Longcase Clock Movement - England, circa 1880
Reg. No: ST 019131
- Summary:
- Brass English longcase clock movement, circa 1880. Dial marked 'T. Gaunt Melbourne', probably indicating retailer rather than maker.
- Description:
- Brass English longcase clock movement, mounted on a wooden base. Dial is separate. Bell on top and rack snail striking. Gridiron pendulum with a lens shaped bob.
Weight driven; dead beat escapement. - Acquisition Information:
- Loan & Subsequent Bequest from Mr John Askew, 1928
| Discipline: | Technology |
| Dimensions: | 29 cm (Height), 15 cm (Width), 18 cm (Length) |
More information
| Tagged with: | longcase clocks, striking clocks |
| Themes this item is part of: | Horology Collection, Science & Measurement Collection, Thomas Gaunt, Watchmaker & Jeweller (1829-1890), Thomas Gaunt, Watchmaker & Jeweller (1829-1890) |
| Primary Classification: | HOROLOGY |
| Secondary Classification: | Clocks |
| Tertiary Classification: | england |
| Inscriptions: | Dial is marked 'T. Gaunt, Melbourne'. |
| Place & Date Made: | England, Great Britain, circa 1880 |
| Retailer: | Thomas Gaunt - Thomas Gaunt & Co, circa 1880 |
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