Antique French or France Shelf Crystal Regulator Clock

Price Type: auction
Sold Date: 5/8/2000
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Catalog Description:

C.1923, French, Bardon Clichy, another rare electric (battery) clock. Manufactured by Establissements Bardon, 61 Blvd National, Clichy, Seine, France. The well made square movement is advanced by a one-way ratchet system from the rear, the pendulum acting on the ratchet with each swing. At the same time electrical contact energizes a coil in the base, which in turn repulses the pendulum, a heavy iron horse-shoe shaped unit with a cast ormolu front and back, and with a knurled rating nut in the center of the bob, clearly labeled for 'R' and 'A'. The movement and pendulum with matching serial number. The 4-glass case (beveled) in excellent condition and with original knurled feet (4) for final adjustment and leveling of the clock. Note suspension spring and electrical contacts will need attention prior to operation of the clock. Additional information and photo of this clock may be seen in NAWCC Bulletin No. 227, 1983, page 761; the first record extant of this clock being marketed is dated January 1923, and an illustrated advertisement by the Co. can be found in L'Horloger for November 1924. No battery. Height 13" (33cm). Reserve $1500

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