Antique American Clocks                      July 2020

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169.    $150

Russell & Jones Clock Co. “The Belle”, 1889-1893.  A 28-inch oak wall clock with carvings and ornaments.  The case has been cleaned, the door glass is correct for this model but may be a replacement.  The paper dial is old with wear, the hands appropriate.  The 8-day time-and-strike movement is signed and running, striking on a cathedral gong on the hours and half-hours; there is an alarm as well that strikes on a cup bell (untested).  The pendulum is Russell & Jones issue; there is a label on the back.  This is a nice example.  I can’t find any sales records for this model. $150-$250.

 

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