Two “cigar box” clocks, ca. 1850.  The one on the left (A) is by the New England Clock Co. and is 11 inches tall with mahogany and rosewood veneer; the one on the right (B) is by M.W. Atkins & Co. and is 11.5 inches tall, also with rosewood (or walnut) and mahogany veneer.  Note that B has at top piece and base, whereas A is a simple box.  Both glasses are old but the decalcomania tablets have likely been rebacked. The dial on A has been repainted, the hands are period; the dial paint on B is likely original, as are the hands.  Both dials are slightly contoured.  The NECC clock (A) contains an unsigned 30-hour, time-only movement typical of these clocks; the Atkins clock (B) holds an unusual and unsigned round 30-hour, time-only movement.   Both are running strongly.  There are readable labels in both clocks.  Very collectable clocks that take up little space and look good anywhere, typically selling for around $400.  Indicate on your bid sheet which one you are bidding on (A or B).  $300–$500.

Antique American Clocks                    JULY 2026