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.
13 inches tall x 11.5 inches wide
Hi Matthew,
Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
This is an unusual wood-grained variant of Seth Thomas's Adamantine mantle clock, which typically had a wider case and featured marble-like veneers rather than wood.
While this is a rarer variant, it's not so rare that there aren't comparable auction sales and ones I've found that have sold at auction suggest this would most likely bring a price between $200 and $300.
Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:
An antique Seth Thomas Adamantine-Veneered Chiming Mantle Clock
circa 1908
Model #5; Of squared section, the case housing a brass dial with Arabic chapter rings, with pediment roof, fluted pilasters, and brass feet, with 8-day movement and strike.
13 inches tall; 11-1/2 inches wide
CONDITION: This appears to be in fair condition
PROVENANCE: Inherited
$ / £ / € VALUE*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.
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~ Delia
Hi Matt,
Yes, if you can take/add a photo showing the back that would be great, and one of the 90D marking on the backplate if you can.
Thanks!
Delia
Hi Delia,
These photos have been added.
Thanks!
Matt
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