Summary
Octagonal wall clock, 'Eight-Day Lever', manufactured by Seth Thomas, Thomastown, Connecticut, U.S.A., circa 1880.
Physical Description
Octagonal wooden case with round dial. Seconds dial is at 12. Spring wound; anchor escapement. Count wheel striking clock. Winding key attached.
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Acquisition Information
Loan & Subsequent Bequest from Mr John Askew, 04 Jun 1982
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Manufacturer
Mr Seth Thomas, Thomastown, Connecticut, United States of America, circa 1880
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Dial is marked 'S.T.' in square design in a circle. Second dial marked 'Patented Apr. 16, 1878'. Frontplate is marked 'Seth Thomas, Thomastown, Conn.' Printed label pasted on back of case: 'Eight-Day Lever, Seth Thomas, Thomaston, Conn., manufacturers of every variety One and Eight-Day Weight and Spring Mantel Clocks...'
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