39.      $250

Silas B. Terry cottage alarm, 1854-1861.  This unimposing little (11.25 inch) cottage clock is pictured in Robert W.D. Ball’s book American Shelf and Wall Clocks on page 194.  Its manufacture is attributed to Silas B. Terry either shortly before, or during the time he was General Manager for the Gilbert Clock Co.  Notable on this clock (isn’t something always notable with SB Terry?) is the dual ladder, time and alarm movement.  This movement is discussed in the December 1995 NAWCC Bulletin by Smith, Grimshaw, and Arvay.  The movement is not signed, and there is no label in the clock.  The case appears to be stained pine with a mahogany veneer on the front; both glasses are old and may be original, with the tablet possibly rebacked.  The dial is wood, and possibly with the original paint.  The hands are period.  The 30-hour movement is running vigorously; I did not test the alarm.  $250-$500.