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ANTIQUE #SA982024

English Verge Lantern Clock Made By A Retired Clock Maker

Status: This item has been sold
Sold by: Arundel Clocks

Hi
 
I have for sale a 1950s striking verge lantern clock made by a retired clock repair/maker in the old style with its wall bracket, the clock is identical to a sixteenth seventeenth century made clock really beautifully made and working and striking 100% correctly.
 
Case
 
The case is in solid brass and stands 40cm high x 20cm wide with a depth of 15cm it is in perfect condition with a large bell at the top and scroll work around the face.
 
The Dial
 
The dial is in mint condition solid silvered brass with engraved black Roman numerals housed within with a scrolled mask, the clock also retains its original black ornate hand.
 
The Movement
 
The movement is a 30-hour verge time and strike which strikes on the top bell of the hours, the movement has been serviced and oiled so keeping good time over the 30 hours via the weight-driven verge escapment.
 
Overall a very beautiful heavy large quality lantern clock by a quality maker that looks stunning on display and contain...
Antique SA982024 shown on this page was made in 1950. For historical context, the timeline below highlights the period when it was created:
1950
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Arundel Clocks
Seller of rare and exquisite antique clocks and timepieces for people of discernment.
West Sussex
United Kingdom
Tel: 07903 932602
STATUS
THIS ITEM HAS BEEN SOLD