Description
Jan 2021 - 197
Antique American Clocks
Killam & Co. weight-driven banjo, 1908-1930.
A 33-inch mahogany banjo from an uncommon
maker, working out of Pawtucket, R.I.
This clock was marketed by Tilden-Thurber Co., a jewelry store in Providence.
glasses were repainted by David Lima in 2014; the convex dial glass is original, as is the signed painted metal dial, with significant
The 8-day banjo movement is signed and running, driven by a lead weight.
The tie-down has lost the clip.
No label inside or back.
Similar Killam & Co. banjos have sold recently on LiveAuctioneers for $400-$500.
forget that 23%-26% premium that you won't pay here.
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