Antique American Clocks July 2020
214. $75
Seth Thomas long-drop octagon clock, 1888. The 31-inch oak case would appear to be the same
as used for the early Globe models, but it holds an 8-day, time-only movement (ST No. 41) with a front-mounted pendulum. Note
that the pendulum bob is suspended on a wire rather than on a rear-mounted pendulum stick. I would assume that this is a less
expensive option than the Globe, but it is not shown in Ly’s books on Seth Thomas clocks; I cannot find an example in the Antique
Clocks Price Guide either. There is no evidence that the movement is not original to the case (e.g., additional screw holes). The dial pan is new, as are the hands; the old glass in the bezel was replaced some time ago, the lower glass is newer as well. The pendulum bob is not Seth Thomas issue. There is a black Seth Thomas label inside (not visible in the photo as it is behind
the framing), and the back is stamped with the date of manufacture (Oct 1888). The clock is running and keeping time. $100-$150.