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Please help to identify this clock

CDub

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I recently purchased pieces of a mantel clock which included the movement shown in the photos. This movement has a diameter of approximately 3 & 1/8 inches. I did search through the resources on this NAWCC site, but came up empty. Does anyone have an idea about the maker? Thank you!

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new2clocks

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The movement is French.

The logo of 'JB Paris in some type of shield (for lack of a better word)' is most likely that of the finisher of the movement, as opposed to the maker of the movement.

The maker of the movement is most likely one of the major, French movement makers. The circa date of the movement could be anywhere from mid-19th century to 1910.

The '4 11' at the bottom of the backplate should represent the pendulum length in pouces (the old French measurement system). An old French measurement of '4 8' equates to approximately 5 inches.

Regards.
 

CDub

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The movement is French.

The logo of 'JB Paris in some type of shield (for lack of a better word)' is most likely that of the finisher of the movement, as opposed to the maker of the movement.

The maker of the movement is most likely one of the major, French movement makers. The circa date of the movement could be anywhere from mid-19th century to 1910.

The '4 11' at the bottom of the backplate should represent the pendulum length in pouces (the old French measurement system). An old French measurement of '4 8' equates to approximately 5 inches.

Regards.
I appreciate the information!
 

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