Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
Description:
Mercer Electric Wind Chronometer Shelf Clock, St. Albans, England, walnut case, brass bezel with convex glass over the 5-in. silvered roman numeral dial marked Thomas Mercer Ltd., St. Albans, England, 1004, electro-mechanical movement where the chronometer is wound electrically every half-minute by a 12-volt DC power source, there is also an output every minute to control slave clocks in the system, ht. 11 in.
Estimate $4,000-6,000
The chronometer is now operated by a 12 volt transformer included with the clock. The clock is currently running as it should.
The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
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Thomas Mercer Ltd., United Kingdom, St. AlbansJonathan Dowling
Director, Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
508-970-3131
Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
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