144.    $1800

Welch, Spring & Co. “Patti No. 2” ca. 1886.  A highly sought-after model, just 10.5 inches tall in a rosewood-veneered case with side glasses and numerous turnings, nubbins, and finials.  This one has a patina of age; the glasses are good, the dial paper in reasonable shape with two proper hands.  It holds an 8-day double-wind Patti movement that will run but I can’t keep it in beat.  It will need some attention if you want it to run steady.  The pendulum is correct and there is a very good label on the back; a small Patti key is included.  AAC sold one in January for $2005.  $1900-$2100.