Seth Thomas Brass Ship's Clock with Bell
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
20th c.
Maker / issuer
Seth ThomasThis twentieth-century brass ship's clock by Seth Thomas features an integrated lower bell mounted below the main circular case. The dial displays bold Arabic numerals, outer minute markings, a subsidiary seconds dial below the twelve o'clock position, and a slow/fast regulation aperture.
Two winding arbors sit at the lower quadrant flanking the center arbor. The dial is signed 'SETH THOMAS' and marked 'MADE IN U.S.A.' at the lower edge. According to the auction listing, the overall height is 10 3/4 inches and the diameter is 7 inches.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
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- Photograph views
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- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Date
- 20th century
- Type
- Ship's & marine clock
- Maker
- Seth Thomas
- Height
- 10 3/4 in.
- Diameter
- 7 in.
- Place recorded
- United States
- Maker / attribution
- Seth Thomas
Design
- Visible features
- • Circular brass housing with a prominent polished external bell positioned directly beneath the main dial drum. • White or silvered dial with Arabic hour numerals, spade-style hands, and a subsidiary seconds track below 12 o'clock. • Regulator adjustment slot located above the 12 position labeled S and F. • Two winding squares located symmetrically between 3-4 and 8-9.
- Case Form and External Bell
- The timepiece is housed in a circular brass casing featuring an externally mounted bell positioned directly beneath the main drum. Catalog specifications record dimensions of 10 3/4 inches in height and 7 inches in diameter. The source condition report describes moderate wear on the top and along the edge of the door, including heavy wear spanning approximately 3 inches, as well as a flea-size wear spot on the front side of the door. Further noted flaws include grey paint residue along roughly 3 inches of the edge, a flea-size black spot on the bell, and scratches and dents around the holes in the back plate.
- Dating and Operational Documentation
- The clock is dated to the 20th century in the auction listing title and description. Internal movement marks, serial numbers, and specific calibers are not recorded in the provided documentation. The source presents contradictory statements regarding operational condition: the lot description states 'running', whereas the condition report specifies 'Not tested for working order.'
- Dial Configuration and Winding Arbors
- The dial displays Arabic hour numerals, spade-style hands, and a subsidiary seconds track positioned below 12 o'clock. A regulation adjustment slot marked S and F is located above the 12 o'clock position. Two winding arbors are situated symmetrically between the 3–4 and 8–9 positions. The auction catalog notes light wear around the face and hands and states that keys are lacking.
Identification
- Lot Number
- 770
- Source note
- Facts transcribed from the linked source listing or collection record. Attribution and specifications are source-reported and have not been independently authenticated.
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.
Research required
- Research required: Contradictory source condition notes: listed as 'running' in the description but stated as 'Not tested for working order' in the condition report.
- Research required: The listing notes that winding keys are missing.
- Research required: Internal movement is not visible in the provided imagery.