"Clocks Are Us"

Miscellaneous Horological Items from Our Collection

These pages contain miscellaneous horological items that we have collected/acquired over the years. Some of these items are antiques or collectibles, some are not. (Items are not for sale)

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Item Image	Description	circa
"Ansonia Dog Clock Topper" Index: 037-M-1104	This item is a Clock Topper depicting a pointer.  It was manufactured by the Ansonia Clock Co. and is stamped with the makers name on the bottom.  It is made of spelter and has a gilt wash. This topper is listed in the 1901 Ansonia Clock Co. catalog as No. 1037, Height 6 1/2", finished in Japanese Bronze and sold for $4.50.	1900-1910
"Dog Clock Topper" Index: 038-M-1104	This item is a Clock Topper depicting an Irish Setter.  The manufacture is unknown as there are no markings.  It is made of spelter and has a gilt wash.	1900-1910
"Original Ogee Tablet" Index: 039-M-1104	This item is an original clock tablet from  miniature Ogee clock.  It has a decal of a dog and has a reverse painted backing.  The glass is 8"W X 9 1/2" H.	1878-1890
Ansonia Clock Co. Stock Certificate Index: 040-M-1204	This is an un-issued stock certificate for the Ansonia Clock Co. of New York.  It is in excellent condition with the original transfer sheet attached.	1930-1931
1906 New England Watch Co. Postcard Index: 041-M-1204	This item is a 1906 postcard of the New England Watch Co. in Waterbury, Conn.	1906-1907
Grandfather's Clock Songbook Index: 042-M-0305	This item is a Grandfather's Clock Song and Chorus book  from 1878.  It was published by Oliver Ditson & Co., 449 & 451 Washing Street, Boston, MA.  It includes the musical score and words for this song which was written by Henry C. Work.   This song is the main reason that we in America call Tall Case clocks "Grandfather Clocks".  This song was very popular, in fact, the book proclaims "Most Popular Song in America" at the time.  The original cost for the book was $.35, and it includes 6 pages.	1878
Original Sharp Gothic Clock Tablet Index 043-M-0305	This item is an original clock tablet from an Sharp Gothic shelf clock.  It has a decal of a dog holding a pheasant and has reverse painted rings and backing.  The glass is 8"W X 9" H.	1860-1880
Porcelain Dog & Clock Figurine Index 044-M-1205	This item is a small porcelain figurine of a fireplace with a mantel clock and a dog resting in front of the fire.  I purchased this item for KL as a Christmas gift in 2005 since she seems  to collects all things that are dog related!  It was made in Taiwan.	1960's
Father Time Music Box Index 045-M-1205	This item is a Father Time Music box, it is adorned with a pocket watches, a grandfather clock, and a time ring on the base.  This was a Christmas gift from KL in 1996.	1996
Clock Advertising Thermometer Index 046-M-1205	This is a wall hanging plastic clock shaped advertising thermometer  Marked  “Always Time For You”; Koppy’s Grocery: Lenkerville, PA" ( Northern Dauphin County).	1940-1950
1877 Clock Makers Receipt Index 047-M-1205	This is an old receipt dated from 1877 by A.D. Smith & Co., who were Clock Dealers located in Cincinnati, Ohio	1877
Clock Advertising Thermometer Index 048-M-0106	This is a mirrored advertising grandfather clock thermometer.  The thermometer is in working condition and is 10" long by 3 1/4" wide.  The advertising is for "Meuller-Vickery / O.K. Rubber Welders / Hiawatha, Kansas".  I'm guessing at the date of this thermometer as I have been unable to find any information on this company.	1960-1970
Banjo Clock Thermometer Index 049-M-0106	This is a mirrored banjo clock thermometer / barometer with the following saying printed on the bottom: "May This Banjo Clock Mirror Bring You Good Fortune Forever and Ever Thru Life's Golden Era" The banjo clock is printed on the mirror, and the gilt decorations are done in reverse on the outer glass. It is 8" high by 3 1/2" wide.	1960-1970
Grandfather Clock Thermometer Index 050-M-0106	This is a thermometer in the shape of a Grandfather Clock.  It is made of hard resin and was manufactured by Multi Product Inc., USA. It is 13 1/2" high by 4" wide.	1960-1970
Grandfather Advertising Clock Thermometer Index 051-M-0206	This is another advertising thermometer in the shape of a Grandfather Clock.  It is 4 3/4" wide by 9 3/4" high.  The advertising is for "J. M. FRESHWATER FUNERAL HOME AMBULANCE SERVICE - PHONE 2101 - NORTH LEWISBURG, O."	1940-1950
"American Clockmakers Linen Towel" Index 052-M-0606	This is another Stevens Linen, Inc. clockmakers linen tea towel. It was produced by the Stevens Linen Assoc., Inc. in Webster, MA. (RN-15424). It is 17" x 28", and is in new condition with the original tag still attached. It depicts different styles of early American clocks along with the names of many prominent clockmakers.	Unkown

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