How do I date a brass dial?

Dating relies on the shape of the dial corners, the style of the engraved lettering, and whether the face is square or arched. Earlier Georgian examples often feature square brass plates with cast spandrels, while later Victorian and Edwardian dials frequently incorporate circular painted or silvered chapters. Signatures inscribed directly onto the metal plate or recorded movement numbers provide further chronological markers. Comparing the dial's mounting feet and corner ornamentation to documented examples from the same region narrows the decade of manufacture.

What is a fusee wall clock?

A fusee wall clock uses a conical drum and chain mechanism to maintain even tension on the gear train as the spring unwinds. This system delivers more consistent timekeeping than standard spring-driven movements. These pieces typically hang in public spaces, offices, and railway stations, mounted inside mahogany or oak cases with glass bezels protecting the brass dial. The absence of a pendulum swing makes them practical for busy environments.

How do I care for an antique brass dial?

Maintaining these metal faces requires avoiding harsh chemical polishes that strip the original patination and wear away delicate hand-engraving. Dust the surface gently with a soft, dry cloth and keep the clock away from direct heat sources and damp walls. Professional horologists should handle mechanical cleaning and movement servicing. Leaving the brass untouched preserves the historic finish acquired over centuries.

Are longcase and grandfather clocks different?

The terms describe the same tall floor-standing clock form housing a weight-driven movement and a swinging pendulum. Longcase is the traditional horological term, while grandfather became the popular descriptor for taller models. Both varieties share brass dials protected by glazed hood doors and long wooden trunks. Regional variations in case timber, such as oak in northern England or mahogany in London, help identify their geographical origins.

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An antique brass dial brings together mechanical precision and centuries of metalwork, offering a focal point for domestic timekeeping.

18th century

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Rare 18th Century Cartel Wall Clock by William Webster – London

From The Antique Clock Co.

£13,500

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A Fine and Early English, Panelled Ebony Longcase Clock by John Drew, London. Circa 1685. (Long Case)

17th century

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A Fine and Early English, Panelled Ebony Longcase Clock by John Drew, London. Circa 1685. (Long Case)

From M. C. Taylor

£28,000

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18th century

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A Fine 18th Century Mahogany Bell Top Bracket Clock

From Hansord Antiques

£5,950

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19th century

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High Quality 12" Dial, Fusee Wall Clock

From Masons Antiques

£695

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Excellent French Carriage Clock by Alfred Hollinge

19th century

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Excellent French Carriage Clock by Alfred Hollinge

From P A Oxley Antique Clocks & Barometers

£4,250

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19th century

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Great Exhibition Clock 1860

From Samuel Orr Antique Clocks

£750

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Fine 12” Convex Dial Clock Timepiece – John Wilson – London

19th century

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Fine 12” Convex Dial Clock Timepiece – John Wilson – London

From The Antique Clock Co.

£3,650

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19th century

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Late 19th Century Mahogany Cased Fusee Dial/school/office/railway Type Wall Clock Timepiece

From Heydays Antiques

£435

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19th century

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Mahogany, 12" Fusee Dial Clock

From Masons Antiques

£495

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George III Walnut Longcase Clock by Bentley London

18th century

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George III Walnut Longcase Clock by Bentley London

From Hingstons of Wilton

£12,500

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Several longcase clocks preserve the handwritten notes of past owners tucked inside their wooden trunks, recording forgotten repairs and local history.

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Elegant 18th Century London Longcase Clock

From Hansord Antiques

£3,450

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Georgian Inverted Bell-top, Verge Escapement, Ebonised Bracket Clock by Isaac Hurley, London. Circa 1750.

18th century

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Georgian Inverted Bell-top, Verge Escapement, Ebonised Bracket Clock by Isaac Hurley, London. Circa 1750.

From M. C. Taylor

£5,250

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Victorian Scottish Mahogany Drum Head Longcase Clock

19th century

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Victorian Scottish Mahogany Drum Head Longcase Clock

From Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors

£1,450

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Raf (Royal Air Force) 14 Inch Dial Fusee Clock, F W Elliott, 1938

1920 - 1940

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Raf (Royal Air Force) 14 Inch Dial Fusee Clock, F W Elliott, 1938

From Clockwise

£2,450

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French, Ormolu and Porcelain Mantle Clock Circa 1860, Mantel Clock

19th century

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French, Ormolu and Porcelain Mantle Clock Circa 1860, Mantel Clock

From Frank Craig Antiques

£1,800

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18th century

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18th Century Mahogany Longcase Clock by John Wood of Grantham

From Martlesham Antiques

£12,500

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Antique Brass Dial

Rare 18th Century Cartel Wall Clock by William Webster – London

A Fine and Early English, Panelled Ebony Longcase Clock by John Drew, London. Circa 1685. (Long Case)

A Fine 18th Century Mahogany Bell Top Bracket Clock

High Quality 12" Dial, Fusee Wall Clock

Excellent French Carriage Clock by Alfred Hollinge

Great Exhibition Clock 1860

Fine 12” Convex Dial Clock Timepiece – John Wilson – London

Late 19th Century Mahogany Cased Fusee Dial/school/office/railway Type Wall Clock Timepiece

Mahogany, 12" Fusee Dial Clock

George III Walnut Longcase Clock by Bentley London

Elegant 18th Century London Longcase Clock

Georgian Inverted Bell-top, Verge Escapement, Ebonised Bracket Clock by Isaac Hurley, London. Circa 1750.

Victorian Scottish Mahogany Drum Head Longcase Clock

Raf (Royal Air Force) 14 Inch Dial Fusee Clock, F W Elliott, 1938

French, Ormolu and Porcelain Mantle Clock Circa 1860, Mantel Clock

18th Century Mahogany Longcase Clock by John Wood of Grantham

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