Between 1884 and 1915 seth thomas manufactured a line of jeweled pocket watches. This is the actual date of manufacture painted on the bottom of the clock, and not just a patent date. Seth thomas clock company manufactured longcase clocks as well as mantel, wall, and tabletop clocks during this period. Seth thomas this was a division of the seth thomas clock co. The clock face is covered by a gold tone ornate pierced metal that stands behind the hands and is covered by the glass door. The seth thomas sucile model is a mantel clock with the patented adamantine finish. Seth thomas, started making pocket watches in 1885 and stopped making pocket watches in 1915. Get the best deal for seth thomas pocket watches from the largest online selection at. Seth thomas pocket watch thomaston, connecticut, circa 1897 more pics and info at.
The seth thomas clock company was organized as a joint stock corporation on may 3, 1853 to succeed the earlier clock making operation of the founder. The model 2 is the standard full plate movement, but with much of. This is a very nice timepiece it is stem set and stem wound and it has a 15 jewel movement. Big ben and baby ben id guide 20 mb pdf download sales data, 1905 1928 pocket watches.
Seth thomas made clocks in marble cases for a short time, from 1887 to ca. Westclox also made wrist watches and pocket watches. How to use our vintage watch serial number lookup tables. Elite timepieces seth thomas pocket watch serial numbers.
Huntington and harvey platts of ithaca, new york and added three models to their line that year. He was a native of talbot county, and was 39 years old. Thomas died in 1859, and plymouth hollow was renamed thomaston in his honor in 1865. Dura case, clock of tomorrow, bingo style 1 and seth thomas baby bens. Encyclopedia article, youll find a link to a website that has approximate serial number vs. Genealogy profile for seth thomas seth thomas 1816 1888 genealogy genealogy for seth thomas 1816 1888 family tree on geni, with over 190 million profiles of ancestors and living relatives. Antique pocket watches 18801889 year of manufacture for sale. Cecil county, on wednesday, from cancer of the eye. Models 10 and 12 were open face with pendant setting, models 11 and were hunting with lever. Will need oiling for long term service, but ticks and strikes as is. Offering quartz or mechanical clock movements to replace old units, or to repair the old movement with our parts and tools.
Amemhet 15551505 bc, egyptian count and engineer, clepsydra. This chronological list of famous watchmakers is a list of those who influenced the development of horology or gained iconic status by their creations. Other than wear in the paint around the winding holes and odd nicks along the base, this mini clock is quite good. If you look in the seth thomas watch references section of the seth thomas clock co. Alice was born in 1801, in woodnewton, northamptonshire, england. The first watch to reach market was an 18size, stemwind, 34 plate model in 1885. Lets say you have a waltham watch with serial number 21,607,210 as shown in the photo below. Favorite add to mid century arts and crafts style seth thomas wall clock in oak cabinet browndogfarms. Clockworks is your global distributor of clock movements, parts, and tools. The model 2 is the standard full plate movement, but with much of the plate cut away so that it resembles a 34 plate. Seth thomas must have sold many clocks in the lafayette, indiana area, for out of all the antique clocks we repair, about 40% are made by seth thomas. The clock at grand central terminal in new york city was manufactured by the company. Illustrated catalogue of seth thomas clocks manufactured by. He was apprenticed as a carpenter and joiner, and worked building houses and barns.
The seth thomas company began producing clocks under thomas name in 18, and was incorporated as the seth thomas clock company in 1853. Seth thomas is well known for their adamantine black mantel clocks, which were made starting in 1882. Harrison mcnemar, a minister of the methodist episcopal church, died at annapolis on saturday night. The watchs movement bears only one patent date, that of january 15, 1885. Private label 1887 seth thomas 18s pocket watch 14k gold filled. Thomas incorporated the seth thomas clock company, so that the business would outlive him. After thomas death in 1859, his son aaron became president and began to add new products to a conservative line. Seth thomas pocket watch thomaston, connecticut, circa. Historical information about westclox and western clock company clocks and watches, seth thomas weight clocks and adamantine clocks, and early telechron and warren clock company clocks and motors and standard electric time company clocks. The list is sorted by the lifetimes of the watchmakers. Note that were using the serial number from the watch movement, not from the watch case. The original signed seth thomas movement has been serviced and is in good running and gonging order.
There is phone, chat, or email support to help you. Patent information guide with serial numbers and dates. Information gathered from seth thomas watches by chris bailey and dan gaenger. Zack bolick if choosing this shipping option, please specify the downingtown ups store 2.
Clocks antique seth thomas clocks the name seth thomas is symbolic of value and excellence of craft, as a result of the variety of sophisticated styles it has produced since 18. Chris brooks brought a model 1, 18s, 34plate, 11j, slow train seth thomas pocket watch, in mint condition, in its original nickel case. American seth thomas ball top eclipse wall clock, circa 1885, 5 replaced paper dial, 8day, brass spring driven movement with alarm, a good victorian walnut wall clock, for the intermediate collector, excellent restored condition, movement complete and in fine working order. American seth thomas ball top eclipse wall clock, circa 1885, 5 replaced paper dial, 8day, brass spring driven movement with alarm, a good victorian walnut wall clock, for the intermediate collector, excellent restored condition, movement complete and in. Between 1883 and 1915 the seth thomas clock company began producing pocket watch movements. The brass case has worn through the lacquer in a few spots, but will polish up nicely. The seth thomas clock company of connecticut, founded in 18, ventured into pocket watch production around 1885, and for the next 30. Westclox was a manufacturer and is a current brand of clocks and alarm clocks. When aaron thomas retired in 1892 he was replaced by his nephew, william thomas woodruff who was then succeeded by seth e. Browse the best of ebay, connect with other collectors, and explore the history behind your favorite finds. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Beautiful antique seth thomas pocket watch avaandruth. The history of westclox clocks, watches and other products.
Thomas seth was born on month day 1832, at birth place, to thomas seth and alice seth born underwood. May 23, 2014 18881889 seth thomas pocket watch with 14k solid gold case fully operational. Illustrated catalogue of seth thomas clocks manufactured. Favorite add to mid century arts and crafts style seth thomas wall clock in oak. Seth thomas pocket watch thomaston, connecticut, circa 1897. Feb 07, 2012 restoration of 1970s seiko bellmatic, rusted solid and broken lets get this watch working. Century was a seth thomas named grade starting no later than 1904. Seth thomas 17851859 had been manufacturing clocks at the site since 1814. Shortly after receiving the 1885 patent, united clock company went bankrupt, and there are. Wwii seth thomas navy deck clock the ebay community.
If nothing else, seth thomas only made watches between 1885 and 1915. I have owned this seth thomas, pocket watch for many years. Seth thomas pocket watch serial numbers and production dates. A seth thomas adamantine mantle clock this ebonized wood mantel clock is patented sept. With clockworks, you can repair or replace your clock movement and be on time in no time. Seth thomas clock company was one of the most prolific and long lived clock companies. The century grade was made in 6 size model 18 and in 18 size old models 10 and 11, and new models 12 and. The name seth thomas is symbolic of value and excellence of craft, as a result of the variety of sophisticated styles it has produced since 18. Unfollow seth thomas pocket watch to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Illustrated catalogue of seth thomas clocks manufactured by seth thomas clock co. Adamantine is a celluloid veneer, glued to the wood case. Did seth thomas ever male the model 2 18 size in open face with the winder at 12. This chronological list of famous watchmakers is a list of those who influenced the development. Twelve years later, in 1931, the company merged with seth thomas clock company, with.
Seth thomas 17851859, american manufacturer and clockmaker, connecticut, seth thomas clocks. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download. As the longest established clock maker in the united states nearly 200 years, seth thomas is recognized as one of the most respected brands of clocks in the world. Watch and patent information guide with serial numbers and.
Plymouth hollow, connecticut after 1865 thomaston, connecticut. Most of the tooling for the watch factory was built using the production facilities of the seth thomas clock factory. Antique seth thomas ships bell, merrimac model clock. Antique seth thomas adamantine mantle clock made in 1898. Thomas was born on september 23 1797, in stoke doyle, northamptonshire, england. The serial number is 279283 that dates it to some time in 1890. The consolidated electric railways west first street route to westlake park successfully began service in. They also made clocks in iron cases finished in black enamel, from 1892 to ca. About 1862, the firm purchased the patent rights of wait t. If you need help identifying your seth thomas pocket watch, enter the serial number of the movement not the case into the.
Seth thomas clock history national clock repair new hope. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Seth thomas 1785 1859 was an american clockmaker and a pioneer of mass production at his seth thomas clock company. Thomas was very conservative, and after his death many new styles of clocks were introduced by his sons.
Thomas seth historical records and family trees myheritage. Restoration of 1970s seiko bellmatic, rusted solid and broken lets get this watch working. Favorite add to seth thomas ogee mantel clock, working 1800s seth thomas mantel clock label inside, cathedral gong, keeps. Alexander seth, a prominent lawyer of baltimore, died on sunday. Herman reinecke applied for and was awarded patents for two separate components used in the design of the model 1 while he was in the employ of seth thomas, the first in january of 1885 and a second one later that same year in september. Seth thomas rare 25 jewel maiden lane pocket watch, circa 1890 case. Id guide 20 mb pdf download sales data, 1905 1928 pocket watches. The model 1 was the companys first watch, offered to the public in 1885. Navy dated 1942 its serial number is 46181 it has been stamped on the inside backing of the clock just below the wind up spot with the following information uss the sullivans dd357 any information about this would be greatly helpfull. How can i tell they modelvalue of a seth thomas mantle cl. The quality of their products was always maintained at an above average level. Seth thomas rare 25 jewel maiden lane pocket watch, circa. As the longest established clock maker in the united states nearly 200 years, seth thomas is recognized as.
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