Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
Description:
Miniature Waltham Banjo Clock, 20th century, old red-painted case with 3 1/2-in. arabic numeral dial marked "Waltham," brass side ornaments flanking the reverse-painted throat glass, lower glass depicts a sailing ship, 37 size lever-escapement movement with winding crown in lower box, ht. 21 1/2 in.
Estimate $500-700
Some finish loss to old red. Some paint loss on glasses. Clock not currently running.
Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. 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 shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Jonathan Dowling
Director, Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
508-970-3131
Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
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