132.     $200

Seth Thomas “Parlor Calendar No. 1”, ca. 1863.  A second example of this uncommon calendar clock, this one in unrestored condition.  The veneer is flaking badly on the top and at the bottom.  The finish is, well, filthy. A serious cleaning is needed.  Both glasses are original, as are the dials.  They have been touched up repeatedly, you’ve got to admire someone’s efforts to save these dials.  The hands are correct.  The clock evidently served a business, as indicated by the “Allison & Bedford” imprint on the decorative middle panel.  In contrast to the case, the ST weight-driven lyre movement is bright and shiny and running like a champ, but the strike doesn’t know when to stop and will need attention. The calendar date hand advances but the day of the week is not advancing and will need adjustment.  Note that the weights are correct on this clock.  Good black and gold label on the door.  If you like ‘em in original condition this one is for you. $200-$400.