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Antique American Clocks
Chelsea Clock Co. "Shamrock" banjo, 1905-1909.
A 34-inch weight-driven banjo timepiece
in a dark mahogany case with the uncommon "Shamrock" glasses.
Faith and Begorrah!
I can't find any other examples or sales
of this model.
The painted metal dial is unsigned, the hands appropriate, with a convex dial glass.
The 8-day time-only
movement is signed and running without issue; the serial number dates it to 1905-1909.
The pendulum is Chelsea, the weight is
original and bolts in from the back, there is no weight shield and never was.
These types of Chelsea banjos typically sell for