US Lighthouse Establishment Chelsea Wall Clock
Stock Number: #269
1905-1909 Chelsea Brass Wall Clock. Fantastic original condition. United States Lighthouse Establishment Brass Wall Clock. U. S. Light House Establishment Brass Chelsea Clock c.1908. Clocks from the U. S. Lighthouse Establishment are rare and always in demand. This one is exceptional because it is in original and working condition, and the serial number 28463 dates back to 1908, two years before we switched to the US Lighthouse Service in 1910. The movement was replaced sometime in 1935-38 and the serial number is 251932. Additionally, it is notable due to its unusual marking. 4 " marine movement is in original red brass case with screw bezel. Case may have been originally nickel plated, which has worn off from constant polishing over the years. Case measures about 5 " across the bezel and 2 " deep. Case has no dents or gouges and shows only light wear from years of maritime use. Original 4 " stamped copper dial is in very good original condition with only some soil and a few marks from years of winding. The face is lettered "U.S.L.H.Estab.", Chelsea Clock Company, Boston . U.S.A. Eight day 7-jewel movement has been professionally cleaned and adjusted and is in fine running condition and keeps excellent time. This is an exceptional find for collectors of early Chelsea clocks or Light House memorabilia. Replacement winding key included.
$2,995
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