Posted 9 years ago
McMac
(2 items)
Does anyone know anything about this Coca-Cola clock, or can you point me to a website with information? Thank you for the help.
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Added/updated photos. The outside diameter of the clock is about 15-1/2", and it is about 5" thick. The outside diameter of dial is about 13". Key has "ST" on it. The glass is held in by a brass (?) ring, and there is a loose brass (?) weight/pendulum. Thanks very much for the help.
Clock *might* be a Sessions. Can't really tell with the one photo you've uploaded. There are a lot of Coca-Cola Collectors here. Perhaps one or more of them will weigh in.
On the other hand, it might be a Gilbert....so....
In order to help identify your clock, please provide the following:
Any and all information printed, stamped or labeled on the dial, movement, case, pendulum and key. This includes names, trademarks, serial/model/patent numbers and dates.
If mechanical, how often does it need to be re-wound?
Measurements of the dial and case. Please take measurements at the longest, widest, and deepest points only.
Well lit photos of the entire case, with close-ups of the dial, movement and any distinctive decorative feature(s) or labels.
Please note if the case appears to have a simulated or "faux" finish.
Any provenance information.
This information will be very helpful, but it still may not lead to a definitive model or date.
Thanks for the additional photos and measurements. I think I've narrowed it down. I think you have a Seth Thomas model called the "Chatham" from circa 1914 give or take about 10 years. Yours looks like it is in pretty good condition. The fact that it is an advertising clock makes it more valuable. I'll leave that to the Coke Collectors to speculate on. Nice example!
Unfortunately, I have not been able to find out much about this Coca-Cola clock so far. I will continue to research based on your suggestions. Thanks very much for the help, Bruce99.
Remove the hands then the dial. Confirm the movement maker. It is probably way overdue for a cleaning and lube and adjusting. What more information are you seeking ?
I don't have much experience in working with clocks, and am afraid of damaging it. I could probably get the hands off, but I'm not sure I could get the dial off easily. Will see if I can get at the movement-maker through the door in the bottom. Thank you.
Using a mirror, I was able to make out the "ST" trademark on the brass surface nearest the clock face; also "MADE IN US AMERICA", and "44V" (I think; possibly "PPV"). Thanks.
Hello McMac, That would confirm that you have an original (or certainly appropriate) movement in this clock case. From your information the clock has a Seth Thomas movement "No. 44 V". That is described in my reference as circa 1907 , 8-day, large, pendulum, half-hour strike, spring,square frame, short hammer. Used in "Chatham". That should pretty much settle it. Is there anything else you want to know? If not, please indicate "Mystery Solved" in your listing or as slackjack asked "What more information are you seeking?".
Very helpful -- thanks very much, Bruce99. I hope you don't mind if I ask a few more questions. My ignorance on this subject knows no bounds.
So if I search on the internet and find a Seth Thomas Chatham clock, it will be identical to the one I have, except for the Coke advertising?
And, most of the instructions for the clock seem to be covered up by something that looks like a bell. Are these instructions online somewhere? I'm not sure how to wind or adjust the clock. The heading in the instructions begins with "Setting Up..." and some of the unblocked text on the left reads "Suspend the...", "screw in the w...", "The case should...", "that the beats of...", "be equal and the...", "tened in this position...a.", "screw through the back of the case."
Also -- would eBay be the best place to sell this? If so, can you recommend a starting price? I have no idea what it's worth.
Thanks again for all the help.
I just spend my time trying help folks interested in their family heirloom or in furthering their collections. If you're looking for information so you can market this clock, items for sale are not supposed to be posted here. See this link: http://www.collectorsweekly.com/answer-desk/whats-appropriate-on-show-and-tell
Good luck with your research.
Not sure if it matters, but this clock is not listed for sale anywhere. Regardless, sorry if I violated any rules here. I am still interested in how to wind and adjust this clock if anyone can point me in the right direction. Thank you.
Thank you for the help with this.