Seth Thomas Tabletop Chime Clock
13 June 2025
Description

This is a Seth Thomas tabletop chime clock that was estimated to be manufactured in 1908. Case Style: The clock features a classic Adamantine veneer case with a pediment top, fluted pilasters, and brass feet. Adamantine was a patented celluloid finish used by Seth Thomas starting in the late 1800s to simulate more expensive woods like mahogany or rosewood. • Dial: The metal dial is worn but retains original Arabic numerals. This suggests significant age, and the hands are likely original. • Winding Arbors: There are two winding holes, which indicates this clock likely has a time and strike movement—one mainspring powers the time, the other the hour/half-hour strike or chime. Movement: You can see the brass movement plates, gears, and springs. This is a mechanical 8-day spring-driven movement, which was a standard for Seth Thomas clocks. • Markings: There may be a model number or date code stamped on the backplate of the movement. Common markings include numbers or letters like “89” (a popular movement model) or a date code like “11 20” for November 1920. • Gong Assembly: Visible in the lower back is the coil gong and hammer, which produces the chime sound on the hour or half-hour.

Dimensions

13 inches tall x 11.5 inches wide

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Answered within 1 day
By Delia
Jun 14, 09:48 UTC
The specialist needs more information

Hi Matthew,

Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.

Is this missing the back?

Your notes say "There may be a model number or date code stamped on the backplate of the movement. Common markings include numbers or letters like “89” (a popular movement model) or a date code like “11 20” for November 1920" - Are there any such markings on your clock?

ALSO, does this clock run if wound?

Thanks to confirm, at your convenience,
Delia

Matthew ledbetter Jun 14, 13:40 UTC

Hi Delia,

The back is not missing I just didn’t take a picture with it on. I’d be happy to add a picture with it on. This clock does have a marking with ‘90D’ on the backplate of the movement. The clock does run if wound, I’d be happy to provide a video.

Thanks!
Matt

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