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Seth Thomas at a local auction

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October 13, 2004, 18:36
Andy Krietzer
Seth Thomas at a local auction
I just got this clock at a local auction out in the country (the kind of auction I really like). This picture is borrowed from the auction website. Can you tell me anything about the model? It has a Seth Thomas movement with an 1875(?) date on it. The case looks like it may be Walnut, Mahogany, or Rosewood (it is reddish color, but not real dark, probably not rosewood). I think it is called a parlor clock, not a kitchen clock. The glass looks original, and the dial is shown removed.

Is this shown in the Seth Thomas book?

I haven't even got home yet, I need to inspect it closer.

Big Grin Andy Big Grin

Seth Thomas 1875

October 13, 2004, 18:53
Ged Pitchford
Hi Andy, The Lyre shaped movement plates call to mind a research project Tom Spittler was carrying out some time ago. Sorry can't remember timesclale, Iv'e seen these shaped plates recently. Regards ged
October 13, 2004, 19:48
Tom Seymour
Andy,
That is the "Newark". It is part of the Seth Thomas City Series. It was made in 1894. The lyre movement is a nice added touch.

Tran Duy Ly's book gives it a value of $550.00


Tom
October 14, 2004, 15:35
Andy Krietzer
Thanks Tom,

I'm glad nobody at the auction had that price guide. Big Grin

Andy