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G.P.O Antique Fusee Dial Wall Clock, Superb

£975    $1,316    €1,138
Clockwise is delighted to offer one of two Post Office clocks for sale. This stunning example of the number 5 model has been tastefully restored and benefits from a chain-driven eight day fusee movement dating from 1913. The movement is stamped with the date of manufacture and other details laid out in the earliest configuration recorded. This 234 example has one revision over the slightly earlier 233 model and the cypher on the 12 inch restored dial would have been changed on the passing of the monarch.
 
Likely made by F.W.Elliot, this is a government issue clock which would have been displayed in public areas or a sorting office. It is complete with the Elizabeth II cypher to the twelve inch dial and the gorgeous oak case, with bottom and side door, house the brass bezel and glass. The dial surround is attached in the classic fashion to the main case by four wooden pegs and the case is a particular feature having a wonderful patina and in excellent condition, with a serial number s...
Antique ID: SA1155821
Item: G.P.O Antique Fusee Dial Wall Clock, Superb - (reference SA1155821)
Buying direct from seller: Clockwise
£975



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Antique SA1155821 shown on this page was made in 1910. For historical context, the timeline below highlights the period when it was created:
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