Jul

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Seth Thomas Santa Fe 1885 City Series Mantle Clock Antique Ornate Case

Seth Thomas Santa Fe Clock. A rare clock from the city series with a very ornate case. The back is stamped 5881J which I believe means it was made in October of 1885. Has a paper label inside that is partial intact. 22 tall, 13 wide, 5 deep. I wind it and it kept accurate time for several days. The top portion of the decorative carving was broken off at some point in this clocks life and was glued back in place. The front glass does not appear to be original. The screws holding the face plate on are also not original. I dont know what else has been replaced […]

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Jul

02

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Antique Seth Thomas Mantel Or Shelf Clock Parts or Repair Keeps Time For Now

This clock keeps good time – within 5 minutes per week variation. The pendulum bob is probably not original but the benefit is that it is adjustable. Winding key is included. The case is in good shape with no major scuffs or scratches – just a few very minor dings which are hardly noticeable due to the extensive embellishments that take up all the attention. I doubt that the dial is original as it is in such great shape. You’ll notice that the hands are held onto the stem with a tapered wood dowel (probably toothpick). Lastly, the half hour strike is about 4 minutes past the half hour. The […]

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