Seth Thomas Mantle Clock

[sylvester12]

Just picked this one up at the antique market. It would be much appreciated if someone can put a name and date to it. Needs a good cleaning and the pendulum "not original" needs to be replaced but otherwise in good condition. I saw another online that was dated 1880 but I don't know how long this model was manufactured.

 

[Grant Perry]

According to the book by Tran Duy Ly, published by Arlington Book Company Inc., I think your clock is the Arno, circa 1900. Height is 11.5", Base 12.5", Dial 5". Original price $6.

 

[JTD]

It says ARNO on the back of the case, so I think Grant has got it right.

JTD

 

[Steven Thornberry]

The bottom of the case is stamped "9981?," where the "?" is a letter I cannot read. The numerals are to be read right to left, so "1899" for the year of manufacture. The letter would indicate the month.

 

[Grant Perry]

Too funny. I was attempting to read the label for a name and didn't even notice it stamped in big letters on the top,

 

[sylvester12]

Everything I needed to date and name the clock was right under my nose. It's my first Seth Thomas black mantle clock next time I'll know. I like to leave my clocks original does it hurt the value of these clocks to polish the brass feet, lions heads etc. Thanks to all for the responses.

I tried to read the letter for the date with a big magnifying glass but still can't make it out.

 

[binman]

You have to be very careful cleaning the adornments, you could end up in a mess,I would leave alone,it looks fine. Regular wiping with a clean duster would improve the lions heads, hand cleaning with brasso, will make a difference,but don't put the feet in a ultrasonic tank.i would definitely leave them alone, apart from washing in warm soapy water with a wash down brush.