Auction: Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments - 2555MLocation: MarlboroughDate / Time: July 16, 2011 10:00AM
Description:
Chauncey Jerome Miniature Keyhole Drop Octagon Wall Clock, New Haven, Connecticut, c. 1850, with faux rosewood grained case, painted dial mask over the zinc dial with Roman numerals, transfer decorated lower tablet in black and bronze paint, printed maker's label on backboard stating, Clocks and Timepieces, of All Kinds, Manufactured by Chauncey Jerome, New Haven, CT., to whom all orders may be addressed and which will receive prompt attention., eight-day time only spring powered movement with pendulum, ht. 16 in.
Estimate $1,000-2,000
No significant repairs or replacements, label and lower glass in excellent condition, dial paint with minor chips at attachment points.