When did the Mauthe Clock Company go out of business?

It is not surprising to see a later Mauthe, as they were in business until 1976. That is a very nice clock. In fact, all the Mauthe’s posted to date are all very nice. What would surprise me would be to see a weight driven wall regulator clock by Mauthe.

How much does a Kroeber Victorian wall clock cost?

1869 Kroeber Victorian Wall Clock Estimate: Auctioneer: Sold Price: Sold Date: A Most Unusual Style, An Almost Oval Porthole Style Picture F… Kroeber No. 46 Wall Regulator Estimate: Auctioneer: Sold Price: Sold Date: Kroeber No. 46 Wall Regulator. Original 6 in. paper dial with bla…

How do you move the minute hand on an antique clock?

If the strike gets out of synchronization with the hands, wind up the strike spring (left winding square), then proceed as follows. Move the minute hand forward to two minutes before the hour. (The strike train makes a noise called the warning.) Move the minute hand backwards to 15 minutes before the hour. The clock will strike.

What does the number 37019 on a Mauthe clock mean?

Also stamped on the back plate are DRP and N55006 which stands for the pendulum leader and a device to control its range of movement. In addition the number 37019 appears both on the front and back plates. What might these numbers mean? Possibly a date? The dial is celluloid and appears to be in great condition.

When was the first black mantel clock made?

From the 1850s to the 1920s, black mantel clocks were a staple of American production, according to DiscoverClocks.com. Manufactured by Edward Ingraham, these clocks had cases often made of wood painted with black enamel. The clock dial was centered on the face, and many of these clocks were made with two key wind openings.

How old should a mantel clock be to be considered vintage?

An antique clock is at least 100 years old. If your clock is younger, it’s considered vintage. You can learn more about the age of your mantel clock, as well as its likely origins, on the DiscoverClocks.com website and clock forum.

Who was the best clockmaker of the 19th century?

Parisian Henry Marc was one of the best known clockmakers of the 19th century. French mantel clocks were often ornately decorated, with later art deco-era clocks being made from marble or granite.