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13.13 MOUNTAIN BAROMETER. Scarce early 1900’s American-made aneroid barometer for use at altitude. This lovely precision weather instrument has a white enameled brass dial protected by a glass face. The bottom of the dial is signed “Taylor Rochester, N.Y. U.S.A. / Toronto, Canada.” At the top it is marked “PAT. AUG. 18-1914.” The dial is calibrated in inches of mercury reading from 26 to 31 in tenths of inches, divided by 2/100ths. It is also marked with the standard weather indications “~STORMY – RAIN –CHANGE * FAIR – VERY DRY~.” A blackened steel indicator needle points to the precise reading, overlaid by a brass set needle connected to a knurled brass knob through the glass. The barometer is contained within its lovely solid bronze case with pivoting suspension loop at the top. The unique feature of this barometer is on the back. Rotating the knurled brass plate moves the entire movement within, thus setting the reading for a given altitude. The rim of the plate is calibrated in “FEET” of altitude from “3500 to 7000” in 100 foot increments. Instructions read “ROTATE THIS PLATE UNTIL ARROW ON CASE POINTS TO THE ALTITUDE OF YOUR LOCALITY. PATENTED AUGUST 18-1914.” 5 ¼ inches in diameter and 2 ½ inches deep. 6 ¼ inches tall overall including the suspension loop. This fine instrument is fully functional and in a virtually pristine state of original preservation. 395 |
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13.77 SHIP'S CLOCK. Early1900's ship's pilothouse clock of German manufacture, which likely saw service in World War I. This high quality clock has a fired porcelain dial with Arabic numerals, spade hands and a large subsidiary seconds bit below the 12 o'clock position. It has a heavy solid brass case, a hinged brass bezel with a polished glass crystal and an all brass movement with lever escapement. The movement has just been professionally serviced and it is an excellent timekeeper. A very unusual feature of this clock is that it is equipped with a "stop seconds" lever at the 2 o'clock position allowing the clock to be set to the precise second. Such a complication permits the clock to function as a "hack" for taking time measurements required in navigation. In addition, such a function is required during joint operations (such as convoy steaming) when coordinated movements between ships are necessary. The solid brass case measures just over 9 inches in diameter. A rare and unusual ship's clock, in extra fine original condition. 895 |
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13.21 EARLY SHIP'S BELL CLOCK. Genuine early 1900's American ship's bell clock made by Seth Thomas of Thomaston, Connecticut. This quality ship's clock has a silvered brass dial with bold black Roman numerals, blued steel spade hands, minute chapter ring and a seconds bit showing individual seconds below "XII." The dial is signed "SETH THOMAS" between the two winding arbors and is further marked "Made In U.S.A." below "VI.". The Fast/Slow adjust lever is above the 12 o'clock position and the manual strike lever marked "Strike" is left of "IX." The glazed hinged bezel with reflector ring opens from the left with a tight press fit. The case is the classic ship's clock type with flared bezel and is all brass in its original nickel finish. There is a screen at the bottom of the clock which allows maximum bell sound and it does so, ringing the ship's bell sequence properly with a loud, clear tone. The clock has just been thoroughly overhauled by a professional AWI-certified watchmaker and is in tip top condition. It is considered a 48 hours type. But in our possession since servicing, it has run 4 days on a single winding. 7 inches in diameter and 4 inches deep. Circa 1910. Excellent original condition showing wonderful age and absolutely no abuse. 495 |
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13.05 PATENTED ANEROID
BAROMOMETER. Exceptional 19th century
barometer of American manufacture, with an open face
movement, reverse glass dial and porcelain surround!
This magnificent creation is signed “PORTLAND
INSTRUMENT CO., PORTLAND, ORE.” just below the center
arbor. The dial is calibrated in inches of mercury
from 25.5 to 31.5 divided in 5/100ths increments. It
is further decoratively identified with the standard weather
indications “STORMY, RAIN, CHANGE, FAIR and VERY
DRY.” The internal porcelain reflector ring is
marked “PATENT No. 2526” and is dated “1888.”
The complex, highest quality nickeled movement is entirely
visible and operates a blued steel indicator needle overlaid
by a brass set needle connected to a small knurled knob rove
through the thick beveled glass crystal. The solid
brass case measures 7 inches in diameter and is 2 ¼
inches thick. It retains its large pivoting suspension
loop at the top for hanging. This instrument is in
remarkable original condition in all respects. The
interior is perfect. The
brass case retains it original bright brass lacquered finish
showing good age. Certainly one of the finest
barometers of its type we have ever seen. A genuine
beauty worthy of the finest collection! Over 120
years old.
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13.04 RARE PROTOTYPE
CHRONOMETER. Very scarce, possibly unique,
first-run example of the now legendary model 21 marine
chronometer made by the Hamilton Watch Company during world
War II. This exceptional timekeeper has a silvered
brass dial with Arabic numerals and minute chapter swept by
black spade hands. It is marked adjacent to the center
arbor “HAMILTON Lancaster, PA., U.S.A.”
Uniquely it has no serial
number! A 56 hour Up/Down indicator is
positioned below the “12” and a subsidiary
seconds bit covers the 6. The movement is Hamilton’s
famous 14 jewel, fusee-driven full size chronometer with
elinvar balance and spring détente escapement.
The nickeled plates are beautifully damascened, but again,
very atypical of Hamilton production, the movement is
unsigned and unnumbered! Also telling of its early
manufacture, this machine is not equipped with the
innovative brake lock feature which was introduced on later
production machines and often retrofitted on earlier models.
The movement is housed within the standard Hamilton brass
tub with spring-loaded winding dust cover; slung in gimbals
with a gimbal box lock. But this is where another
major difference is obvious – the chronometer
box. It is not the standard Hamilton box, but for all
intents and purposes is a Ulysee Nardin box with
Hamilton markings! The lid latch is different.
The lower tier closes with a keyed lock rather than a button
latch, and the side carrying handles are different.
Yet the front prominently displays the familiar “HAMILTON
WATCH CO.” plaque and the interior bears the early
rectangular ‘corking instructions’
placard. This chronometer is in magnificent cosmetic
and running condition. It has just been thoroughly
overhauled and restored by master chronometer box maker Gary
Sellick, founder of Ships Clocks Cabinetry. But
rest assured it is original, NOT a copy or
reproduction. We absolutely guarantee the
authenticity of this entire presentation. To those
ends we have chosen to leave the bottom of the box in its
original, as found condition, showing its age. This is
perhaps the rarest chronometer we have offered in our 35
years in this business. Due to the rarity of this chronometer, no auction records exist for the sale of a similar example. We believe the actual retail value could approach $10,000. However, we are offering it for much less to our devoted clientele. |
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13.03 19th C. FRENCH POCKET
BAROMETER. Highest quality French
barometer/altimeter from the second half of the 1800’s.
This diminutive precision instrument features a silvered
brass open face dial only 1 5/8ths inches in diameter!
It is marked in centimeters of mercury from 56 to 79,
divided in 1 millimeter increments. The standard
French weather indications “TEMPÉTE, Pluie,
VARIABLE, Beau and TRÉS SEC” are
marked at the appropriate readings. The bottom of the
dial is marked “Compensé.”
Then on the periphery of the dial the altitude is shown in
meters, reading from 0 to 2400, calibrated in 20 meter
increments, marked in hundreds. An opening in the
center of the dial shows the complex miniature movement
within. It connects to a steel needle as fine as a
hair which indicates the reading. For purposes of
marking the reading the knurled bezel with convex beveled
glass crystal rotates a very fine pointer to the desired
position. This instrument is housed in its solid
nickel brass case with traditional watch bow at the
top. The back has a small aperture exposing a set
screw for calibrating the reading. It is contained in
its original wooden case with leather covering, purple felt
cushion and satin lining. The hinged lid closes
positively with a button latch. The instrument itself
measures 1 7/8ths inches in diameter, 2 ½ inches tall
inclusive of the bow and less then ½ inch thick.
The case is 3 inches long, 2 ¼ inches wide and 1 inches
thick. Outstanding original condition in all
respects. The barometer is lively and the altitude
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13.98 EARLY
BAROGRAPH/THERMOGRAPH. Extremely
scarce, and highly desirable late 19th American recording
barograph and thermograph sold by “F. G. Schmidt, New
York” as engraved on the faux ivory nameplate.
This magnificent scientific instrument was designed to
measure and record both atmospheric pressure and ambient
temperature in a weather office or at sea on a
ship. It features multi-chambered (8) aneroid bellows
connected by linkage to a stylus with a pen trace on a
revolving drum to record the barometric pressure. At
the same time a bi-metallic coil thermometer is attached via
complex linkage to a second stylus for recording the
temperature! These two functions are mounted firmly on
a lovely solid brass bedplate. Both functions are
adjustable. The barometer reading is calibrated
using the knurled thumbscrew at the top of the bellows
bridge, whereas the thermometer is adjusted by turning a
small spring-loaded screw. The two brass receptacles
next to the bedplate hold small glass vials of red and blue
instrument ink. The revolving brass recording drum is
covered by chart paper indicating degrees Fahrenheit and
barometer pressure in inches of mercury on the y axis.
Inside the drum with a press-fit cover is an 8-day
jeweled clockwork which makes a full revolution once a
week. Accordingly the x axis is marked in days
and hours of the week. A small knurled lever at the
front of the instrument is provided to disengage the pen
traces from the drum when not in use. This handsome
device is made even more appealing by its lovely mahogany
case with thick beveled glass on 5 sides. Cleverly,
the glass nearest the thermometer has a large hole to admit
ambient air. A drawer is fitted in the bottom of the
case with 2 compartments, one for new charts and the other
to store recorded charts. Also included are 2 period
pamphlets entitled “The Barograph” and “The
Thermograph” describing the function and use of these
instruments. The entire device measures 15 inches wide
by 9 inches deep and stands 8 ¼ inches tall. It
is in remarkable condition showing careful use and is still
fully functional. A number of original, unused and
recorded charts are present. In addition we are
providing spare vials of red and blue instrument ink
acquired from a ship chandler many years ago. An old article in the “Printer’s Ink,” a New York City journal for advertisers, reports an interview with F. G. Schmidt in connection with the advertising of his successful business as a nautical optician. The article is dated July 12, 1899 and states that Schmidt, in his 30’s at the time, had been in business for 10 years. |
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13.69 CARVED SHIP'S BAROMETER. Top line English ship's bulkhead barometer from the Victorian period. This precision instrument has a white dial calibrated from 28 to 31 inches, subdivided to 2/100ths of an inch. The scale above the center arbor is also marked with the standard weather indications, "STORMY, RAIN, CHANGE, FAIR, and VERY DRY" all fancily written. Below is a curved mercury thermometer calibrated from 20 to 140 degrees Fahrenheit and -5 to 60 degrees Centigrade. The front brass bezel encircles thick beveled glass fitted with a set needle to track weather changes. Of particular note is the thick and heavy solid oak case, meticulously carved to simulate rope. On the back, this barometer is equipped with two brass hanging brackets, top and bottom, a method of attachment indicative of shipboard use. This very handsome shipboard instrument measures 9 1/2 inches in diameter and 3 inches thick. It is fully functional and in outstanding original condition showing good age with a nice old look. About as nice as they come! Circa 1885. 495 |
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13.79 POCKET BAROMETER/ALTIMETER. Lovely, highest grade early 1900’s traveler’s packet barometer of unusually large size. This precision instrument measures 2 1 /2 inches across – nearly twice the size of average pocket barometer. The fine silvered dial is calibrated in inches of mercury from 21 to 32 in tenths and again in 5/100th increments. It is marked “Compensated” (for temperature) and is signed “ATCO Made In England.” Surrounding the outer perimeter is a knurled rotating ring calibrated in “Feet” from 0 – 10,000 divided to hundreds of feet and again in 50 foot increments. In use the observer stands at a known altitude (such as sea level) and sets the outer ring to the corresponding reading. Thereafter, any decrease or increase in altitude will be registered with the corresponding rise or fall in barometer pressure. The face is protected by a beveled glass crystal. The body of this handsome instrument is in its original gilt-washed finish which is absolutely perfect. A stout suspension loop is provided at the top. It is complete with its original diptych wooden case lined with purple velvet and blue satin and covered in rich Moroccan leather. A push button latch assures a press fit closure. 3 ¼ inches in diameter and 1 ¼ inches thick. Without a doubt the nicest instrument of its type we have ever handled, being pristine in every respect. 595 |
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13.76 U.S. NAVY DECK CLOCK. Genuine World War II vintage ship’s clock made for the U.S. Navy by the Chelsea Clock Co. The black composition dial is signed “MARK I DECK CLOCK, U.S. NAVY DECK CLOCK (N) 50262 CHELSEA”. This beautiful ship’s timepiece has bold Arabic numbers, white spade hands, a minute chapter, and seconds bit below the “12.” It is the Navy’s classic “backwind” bulkhead deck clock with Bakelite case and convex crystal. A knurled thumbscrew on the right secures the back to the mounting flange on a watertight O-ring. The clock body opens forward on a bronze hinge exposing the back which has 5 apertures. They are: Fast/Slow, Winding, Set, and Stop. This latter feature is unique in that it actually allows the clock to be set to the exact second without stopping the movement -- necessary in coordinating fleet movements, shore bombardment and amphibious assaults. A 5th aperture is a small button which covers the openings when not in use. The mechanism is Chelsea’s finest quality 11 jewel movement with solid brass components featuring a bi-metallic balance and lever escapement. The backplate is marked, “CHELSEA CLOCK CO., BOSTON U.S.A.” and is serial numbered XXXXXX* dating it precisely to April 14, 1944. As configured, the sturdy Bakelite case can also be removed from the hinged bulkhead mounting plate. The clock is a precise timekeeper in fine, original cosmetic condition. 5 ½ inch dial and 8 ½ inches in diameter overall. Complete with original “Chelsea” marked winding key. 795
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13.61 CARVED SHIP’s BAROMETER. Very handsome mid-1800’s Captain’s cabin barometer undoubtedly from a sailing ship. This lovely example of a functional yet very decorative shipboard instrument has a hard-fired white porcelain dial calibrated in inches of atmospheric pressure from 27.7 to 31.3. It also has more unusual weather notations reading: “GALES, STORMY WET CHANGEABLE, FINE, CALM, and SET FAIR” at the top and “-.FALLS.-”MORE WIND FROM S.WLY., S.E., S.W. ARM, WET (then the trident) and, -.RISE.- N.ELY, N.W.N.E OR LESS WIND. COLD DRY.” Key words are highlighted in RED. Of added appeal, and certainly increasing its value as a real ship’s barometer, is the fact that an old fashioned anchor is depicted at the center of the dial and Neptune’s trident is shown at the bottom. While unsigned, it is our opinion that this barometer was made by Martin of Swansea, a noted English ship’s barometer maker circa 1860. It has a brass bezel with thick beveled glass through which the brass set needle overlies the black indicator needle. The body of the barometer is carved in the traditional “ropework” manner out of rich dark oak. The original heavy brass hanging bracket is countersunk on the reverse. The entire instrument measures 9 ½ inches in diameter and 3 1/4 inches thick, while the dial itself is 6 1/4 inches across. Outstanding, pristine original condition throughout! Fully functional and accurate. Truly a fantastic example. 569
According to Edwin Banfield in “Barometer Makers And Retailers 1660-1900,” 1991, Baros Books, Wiltshire, England, Felix Martin was a watch and clock maker in Swansea from 1850-1870. We had and sold a nearly identical barometer with a plain, but signed dial by this maker.
13.55 SHIP'S BELL CLOCK & CANDLESTICK
SET. Rare, early 1900's Chelsea ship's bell mantel
clock with the added desirability of original matching candlesticks!
This fine quality set is solid bronze and retains its original deep
greenish-black factory finish with bronze highlights. The silvered
brass dial is of convex form with Arabic numerals, blued steel spade
hands and is signed "Chelsea Clock Co. Boston, U.S.A. Ship's Bell."
It is protected by a convex glass crystal set in a press-fit hinged
bezel for easy winding and setting access. The back of the case is
equipped with a second hinged door of pierced brass which allows
access to the movement and the strike to be heard while affording
protection from dust. The case is very heavy solid bronze mounted on
four ball feet and measures 10 1/2 inches wide by 7 3/4 inches high.
The bottom is fitted with the original wooden "sounding board" which
effectively amplifies the lovely tone of the strike. It is marked
with the matching serial number on the movement, XXXXXX*, dating this
clock to right after New Year's Day 1925! The gilded brass movement
also bears Chelsea's patent numbers from 1900. The matching
candlesticks are of heavy bronze with wooden bottoms! They
each measure 10 inches high by 4 1/4 inches square on the bases. This
clock is a perfect timekeeper and
strikes the ship's bell sequence with an amazingly
loud, deep tone. Complete with original Chelsea-marked
winding key. This is a real Chelsea rarity! Precious few
of these "Tambour" model clocks with matching candlesticks were ever
produced by Chelsea, and then only very early in the company’s
history. In fact, no example of this model is
shown in Demeter's comprehensive book, "Chelsea Clock Company, The
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* For the privacy and security of the ultimate purchaser, the serial number of this clock is being withheld.
13.56 YACHT WHEEL CLOCK. Certainly
one of the most recognizable and most sought after clocks ever
made! This impressive ship’s bell clock was manufactured
by the prestigious Chelsea Clock Company of Boston for the retailers “BROCK
AND COMPANY” as engraved on the silvered brass dial.
Known as the “Mariner,” this clock contains Chelsea’s
high quality jeweled ship’s bell movement with a 6 inch dial,
Arabic numerals, minute chapter, blackened steel Breguet-type “moon”
hands and reflector ring. The enduring appeal of this clock is
in its magnificent presentation. It has a classic ship’s
clock case with flared bezel hinging open with a spring-loaded button
latch. That solid brass case is then encircled by a massive
bronze “ship’s wheel” with ten turned brass
spokes. It sets atop a graceful heavy bronze plinth mounted to
a solid mahogany backboard and base. The entire presentation
weighs an astounding 25 pounds and measures 17 ¼ inches high
overall! The bezel of this clock is 7 ¼ inches in diameter
and it measures 14 inches wide from spoke to spoke, while the base is
12 ¼ inches wide by 5 3/8 inches deep. With a serial
number of XXXXXX* this clock dates to 1956. It is in excellent
running condition and is a good time keeper, striking the ship’s
bell sequence properly with a clear sonorous tone. It is in
excellent cosmetic condition, exhibiting only minor wear to the dial,
well expected after more than a half century of use. Complete
with original Chelsea-marked brass winding key.
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Brock and Company was a prominent, nationally recognized jewelry firm, certainly the most important jewelry store in Los Angeles. Brock's was founded by George A. Brock in 1903. In growing the company, Mr. Brock merged a number of other established Los Angeles jewelers into Brock & Company, including S. Nordlinger & Son, which had operated in Los Angeles since the late 1800's. In the 1920's, George Brock obtained a 99-year ground lease on the property at 515 West Seventh Street, and soon the custom-designed structure (now housing Seven Grand) was built.
With son George C. Brock at the helm, the company continued to grow. A second store was opened on Wilshire Boulevard, in Beverly Hills. At that time Tiffany and Co. even proposed the merger with Brock of "Tiffany-Brock & Co." However Brock's valued their independence and the merger did not take place.
In the early 60's, George C. Brock decided to retire. Ben Weingart, a young real estate broker in the 1920s, had been involved in the 99-year ground lease for the Brock & Co. parcel on Seventh Street. He approached Brock about purchasing some land owned by the company. Mr. Brock told Weingart that the only way he could acquire the land was to buy the company.
Mr. Weingart did just that, purchasing the single remaining Brock & Co. store downtown in 1964. Thereafter Mr. Weingart brought in a liquidator who operated the business for a few years, gradually selling off its inventory. The jewelry business ended, and some of the store fixtures were sold. Clifton's rented the building installed a cafeteria. George C. Brock died in 1967.
Originally offered as the “Yacht Wheel Clock with Base” in 1906, Chelsea gave this configuration its own identity as the “Mariner” in 1928. The model was ultimately discontinued in 1984.
13.40 CHELSEA MARINER. The classic ship's bell mantel clock
made by the prestigious Chelsea Clock Company of Boston as marked on
the silvered brass dial, "CHELSEA SHIP'S BELL." This impressive
timekeeper has Arabic numerals with blued steel Breguet-type "moon"
hands and a minute chapter. The perfect 4 inch silvered brass dial is
encircled by its original reflector ring and has a hinged bezel with
button latch opening from the left for easy winding and setting
access. The heavy brass case is surrounded by a brass and bronze
"ship's wheel" with 10 spokes and is mounted on a bronze pedestal
affixed to its full length mahogany back with sub-base. The pedestal
retains its original factory statuary bronze patina. The all brass
jeweled movement is Chelsea's finest. With a matching case and
movement number of XXXXXX* this clock dates to 1948. 14 inches high,
10 1/4 inches wide and 5 inches deep. Outstanding condition in every
respect. It is hard to believe that this clock, in such fine
condition, is over 60 years old! It is rare to find these old clocks
in their original factory finish. Complete with Chelsea-marked
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According to Andy Demeter, author of "Chelsea Clock Company The First Hundred Years," 2001, Demeter Publications Ltd., Chelsea, Mass., on page 202, Chelsea first produced this design as the "Yacht Wheel Clock" in 1906. In 1928 the model name was changed to the "Mariner." The Mariner line was discontinued in 1984.
* For the privacy and security of the ultimate purchaser, the serial number of this clock is being withheld.
13.38 EARLY SHIP'S ENGINEROOM CLOCK.
Magnificent late 19th century American ship's clock made by Seth
Thomas with the case and dial made by "Ashton Valve Co, Boston Mass."
as decoratively-engraved on the silvered brass dial below the winding
arbors. The dial, with engraved Arabic numerals, has a very bold
minute chapter ring, large blued steel spade hands and a seconds bit
below the 12. This combination makes for an exceptionally handsome
clock! The dial is additionally marked "S.T." and dated "1891" below
the 6. This most impressive ship's timekeeper has a solid bronze case
with classic flared bezel measuring 10 1/4 inches in diameter by 4
inches deep and weighs an amazing 16 pounds! The glazed bezel with
its original old wavy glass is hinged on the right, opening from the
left with a secure button latch. Speaking of its age, the glass is
sealed within the bezel with plaster of Paris. This handsome clock is
a good timekeeper and is 117 years old! Very rare in this size, of
this age and in such superb condition! Complete with its original
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The Ashton Valve Company was begun in Boston during the Civil War producing steam valves, gauges and fittings for the emerging Industrial Revolution. Located at 271 Franklin Street, Boston, the company received a gold medal at the Chicago World's Fair in 1893.
Interestingly, an Internet competitor sold a similar clock a few years ago, for a very large, but undisclosed sum of money. Their write-up goes to great lengths extolling the superb quality and rarity of that clock, which clearly was not nearly as nice nor as early as the example offered here! What's more, this clock is now being offered for far less years later! The link is: http://landandseacollection.com/id191.html
13.69 CARVED SHIP'S BAROMETER. Top line English ship's bulkhead barometer from the Victorian period. This precision instrument has a white dial calibrated from 28 to 31 inches, subdivided to 2/100ths of an inch. The scale above the center arbor is also marked with the standard weather indications, "STORMY, RAIN, CHANGE, FAIR, and VERY DRY" all fancily written. Below is a curved mercury thermometer calibrated from 20 to 140 degrees Fahrenheit and -5 to 60 degrees Centigrade. The front brass bezel encircles thick beveled glass fitted with a set needle to track weather changes. Of particular note is the thick and heavy solid oak case, meticulously carved to simulate rope. On the back, this barometer is equipped with two brass hanging brackets, top and bottom, a method of attachment indicative of shipboard use. This very handsome shipboard instrument measures 9 1/2 inches in diameter and 3 inches thick. It is fully functional and in outstanding original condition showing good age with a nice old look. About as nice as they come! Circa 1885. 595
13.24 CLOCK and BAROMETER SET.
Charming, near miniature clock and matching barometer pair made by
the prestigious Chelsea Clock Co. of Boston. This matched set is
absolutely of the finest quality to be found. Known as the
"Manhattan" model it consists of Chelsea's high grade, jeweled time
only clock having a silvered brass dial with Arabic numerals and
blued steel spade hands. With a serial number of XXXXXX* this set can
be dated to precisely to November 9, 1939. The matching barometer,
made by Paul Naudet of Paris is marked "Made In France PNHB
Compensated, Holosteric Barometer." It features a very high quality
movement with an open face silvered dial calibrated in inches of
mercury from 27.7 to 31.3 in 5/100th increments. It bears the
standard weather indications, "RAIN, CHANGE, FAIR," etc. and is
equipped with a delicate blued steel indicator needle and a brass set
needle attached to a knurled knob running through the crystal. The
bottom of the dial is fitted with a gracefully curving Fahrenheit
thermometer calibrated in 2 degree increments from -6 degrees to 156!
Both units are housed in their original heavy solid brass cases
with10 decorative ship wheel "spokes" and knurled screw-on bezels.
Each unit measures 4 3/4 inches in diameter overall with a 3 3/4 inch
diameter mounting flange. The dials are 2 5/8ths inches across each.
Outstanding functional and cosmetic condition throughout!
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According to Andy Demeter in his book "Chelsea Clock Company The First 100 Years," 2001, David D. and Andrew C. Demeter, Chelsea, Massachusetts, the Manhattan set was, "introduced in 1937 for suggested use on motor boat instrument boards. These matching clock and barometer/thermometer models were available individually or as a set. This pair is essentially the Viking model with the addition of spokes around their circumference and like the Viking set, the Manhattan enjoyed a long life on the production line."
*For the privacy and security of the ultimate purchaser, the serial number of this clock is being withheld.
13.20 SHIP'S WHEEL BAROMETER. Very nice mid-1900's German-made barometer in a handsome ship's wheel presentation. The high grade barometer has a colorful open face porcelain dial which reveals the precision movement within. The dial is signed "Forecaster, Made in Western Germany" at the bottom. It is divided from 27 to 31 inches of mercury in 2/100th increments and is marked with the standard weather indications "Rain, Change, Fair," etc. in fancy script. The blued steel indicator needle is overlaid by the brass set needle connected to a knurled knob running through the beveled glass crystal. The crystal is housed in a polished brass case mounted within the hub of a ship's wheel. This well-made wheel is constructed out of solid walnut with the unusual feature of having 5 spokes instead of the typical 6 or 8! It measures approximately 16 1/2 inches from spoke tip to spoke tip and is 2 inches thick. A substantial hanging bracket is provided on the back of the center spoke. The barometer is in perfect working order. 295
13.09 CHELSEA "COMMODORE" MANTEL CLOCK.
Classic early 1900's bell clock made by the prestigious "Chelsea
Clock Co. Boston, U.S.A." as marked on the silvered brass dial. This
model, also known as the "Base and Ball," has a 4 1/2 inch dial with
Chelsea's "fancy" raised Arabic numerals, minute chapter, and ornate
pierced hands. The hinged bezel opens for access to winding and
setting with a button latch. The flared cased is of heavy bronze
mounted to its original bronze plinth with ball feet and wooden
sounding board. This clock retains its original factory patinated
statuary bronze finish which remains in excellent condition. 7 1/2
inches wide by 7 1/2 inches tall. The clock strikes the hours 1-12,
and sounds a single strike on the half hour. It has just been
professionally serviced and is an excellent time keeper. With
matching serial numbers of XXXXXX*, this clock dates to July 1925.
Complete with original Chelsea-marked winding key.
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* For the privacy and security of the ultimate purchaser, the serial number of this clock is being withheld.
13.75 CAPTAIN's CABIN CLOCK and BAROMETER
SET. Genuine 19th century ship's clock and barometer set
consisting of a handsome 9 inch diameter clock together with a 9 1/2
inch diameter barometer/thermometer -- both in beautiful "rope"
carved wooden cases. The quality clock has a white enameled zinc
dial, bold Roman numerals, steel spade hands, large inset seconds bit
and two winding arbors. The hinged brass bezel opens and closes with
a press fit affording easy access for winding and setting. The all
brass 8-day movement is stamped "Ansonia Clock Co., U.S.A." and keeps
good time, having just been professionally serviced. The back of the
clock case bears the remnants of the old Ansonia label. The equally
handsome barometer has an ornate white dial calibrated in inches from
27.8 to 31.2 in 2/100th increments and bears the standard weather
indications "STORMY, RAIN, FAIR,' etc. Below is a curved mercury
thermometer calibrated in both Fahrenheit and Centigrade. The
barometer bears a large black indicator needle overlain by a brass
"set" needle attached to a knurled brass knob. The dial is protected
by its original thick beveled glass crystal set in a brass bezel.
Both the barometer and thermometer function properly. Telling of this
set's use aboard ship, both the clock and barometer have their
original brass hanging brackets at the 12 and 6 o'clock positions to
firmly secure them to the bulkhead. In addition, the barometer has
wind indications marked on its dial, as expected of an instrument
used at sea. This is a very elegant 19th century set that likely
graced a Captain's cabin. ![]()
5.18 LIGHTHOUSE CLOCK. Rare, highly
sought after early 1900's American clock made by the Seth Thomas
Clock Company for the United States Lighthouse Service. This high
quality clock features a silvered brass dial with Arabic numerals and
spade hands over a minute chapter with subsidiary seconds bit below
the "12." The dial is prominently marked "U.S.L.H. SERVICE" above the
winding arbor and is further marked "Made by Seth Thomas in U.S.A."
on the bottom. The Fast/Slow lever adjustment is just below the "12"
and the silvered brass reflector ring is present. This clock contains
a diminutive Seth Thomas movement with jeweled lever escapement and
decorated platform. The all brass movement measures only 2 5/8ths
inches in diameter! The backplate is signed below the winding arbor
"Seth Thomas, Thomaston, Conn." It is fitted in its original solid
brass "ship's clock" type case with flared screw-on bezel in original
nickel finish. The clock measures 5 1/2 inches in diameter and 2 1/2
inches deep. Excellent original condition throughout. This clock is a
strong runner and a good time keeper. Complete with winding key.
Circa 1910. ![]()
10.76 SUBMARINE CLOCK. Genuine deck clock from a Cold War era Soviet nuclear submarine! This fine quality, precision timepiece has a white enameled dial with Arabic numerals, simple black steel hands, minute chapter and large seconds sweep. The 12 o'clock position is marked by the distinctive Red Star and the 6 o'clock position is marked by the classic Naval symbol, a fouled anchor. The dial is decorated with the image of a nuclear submarine conning tower and dive planes and the word (translated) "Komandirskie." This indicates the clock was made for officers (kommanders), and was a prominent fixture in the Officers' Quarters. The bottom of the clock is signed in Cyrillic, "Made in U.S.S.R." The high grade movement was built in typical Soviet style -- like a truck! The heavy stainless steel plates house a large brass spring-barrel with a classic overwind protection feature known as a "Geneva stop" and a jeweled lever escapement. A Fast/Slow lever is present at the 12 o'clock position, concealed when the bezel is closed. The hinged bezel is nickel-plated brass affixed with 6 screws and when closed it seats on a rubber gasket with an airtight fit. The contoured clock case is cast aluminum with the bezel opening on the right. It incorporates a clever locking device which is operated by the winding key. The back of this clock is complete with it original bulkhead mounting plate which allows it to be easily removed using the spring-loaded tab seen at the top. The mounting plate is 9 inches in diameter. The clock itself is 8 1/4 inches in diameter and 3 inches deep. Outstanding original condition showing actual use but no abuse. An excellent timekeeper. Complete with the original winding key! 895
Upon the demise of the former Soviet Union in the 1990's a number of so-called "Russian submarine clocks" came onto the commercial market. Those clocks were newly made to be sold for profit. They were not designed for, nor did they ever see actual use in the Soviet Fleet. This earlier example is an actual Soviet submarine clock that has seen military service, dating from the 1960's.
19.45 IDENTIFIED YACHT BAROMETER. Highly collectible turn-of-the-last century yacht barometer with the back beautifully hand-engraved "N.Y.Y.Y.C. Secret" in fancy script. This quality aneroid barometer is of solid brass with a white enameled dial reading from 25 to 32 inches in .02 inch increments, marked with the standard weather indications "Rain, CHANGE, Fair," etc. The dial is signed "WILLIAM SENTER & Co. PORTLAND Me" and is further marked "HOLOSTERIC BAROMETER PNHB" at the bottom. It has a delicate blued steel indicator needle under the original old wavy glass which has a brass set needle with knurled knob. The body of barometer is housed within a period, custom-made mahogany mount with suspension loop for attachment to the yacht's bulkhead and measures 7 1/4 inches in diameter overall. The dial itself measures 4 1/2 inches. The entire presentation is in outstanding original condition with a great old age patina on all surfaces. The finish of the wooden case is original with the old variegated surface so sought after by collectors. The back of the case has been lightly cleaned to enhance the inscription. Fully functional. A rare, identified American yachting relic. 895
The New York Yacht Club Yacht SECRET was a 32 foot sloop built in 1907, designed by the famous yacht builders and designers, Burgess & Packard of Marblehead, Massachusetts. As late as 1927 she was still active, owned by J.P. Story of Washington, D.C. (Lloyds Register of American Yachts, 1927 Ed.)
Paul Naudet, Holosteric (aneroid) Barometer maker, "PNHB," was France's premier maker of quality aneroid barometers in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Until his death in the 1920's, the prestigious Chelsea Company used only barometers made by Naudet for their world renowned clock/barometer sets.