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Ansonia Clock Co. “Symbol Extra”, ca. 1894. Ansonia made four Symbol models, this one is the most common and has a polished gilt finish, standing 15.5 inches tall. There are three thick beveled glasses with a black metal backboard. The brass is tarnished and needs to be polished. The ornate gilt dial has cartouche numerals with wear to the numeral backgrounds; the ornate gold hands are correct. There is a visible escapement with steel pallets and the 8-day, time and half-hour strike movement has nickel plates, is signed, and is running and striking on a cathedral gong. A similar example sold at Fontaine’s in 2021 for $400. $300–$500.