How do I identify my clock maker?
Look for any markings (or signings) on the clock’s dial or movement. A movement generally includes all the moving parts of a clock, other than the hands. Quite often a clockmaker clearly placed his name on the movement or dial, but in some cases the name that appears there may be the name of a retailer.
Why is a carriage clock called a carriage clock?
A carriage clock is a modestly sized clock in a rectangular housing, designed for travel in the 19th century. Since people traveled by carriage in this period, these clocks needed to stand up to the rigors of a trip without failing.
What is a witness mark on a clock?
A witness mark could be a small dent, a hole that once held a screw: These are actual impressions and dent lines and discolorations left inside the clock of pieces that may have once been there. They are clues as to what was in the clockmaker’s mind when he first created the thing.
How tall is a 19th century French carriage clock?
A 19th century French carriage clock with an engraved mask dial. There are many more auction results available to our members… in gorge case with full size top glass eight day French movement with the alarm striking a bell. Approx. 11cm high. [more like this]
What is the serial number of a carriage clock?
A fine gilt gorge cased carriage clock with push repeat and alarm, serial number 1574 and stamped between the plates with the Henri Jacot oval stamp, see large images. The clock retains its original silvered platform escapement and strikes on a very fine small French bell.
Where is France stamped on my carriage clock?
I just purchased this attractive basic carriage clock. In closer inspection (post-purchase sadly) the top glass is not original (leaves a gap on one side). “France” is stamped on a bracket in the back around the winding arbor. There are two cursive characters at top right and left on the back.
How tall is a West German carriage clock?
A West German brass carriage clock, by Aug. Schatz and Sons, enamel dial, glass panels. Key available. Height 16 cm. An English brass carriage clock, by Comitti London, enamel dial, and glass panels.