~ Edward VII Public Buildings Wall Clock 8 Day Chain Fusee ~
This is a lovely public buildings wall clock made by the respected London clock manufacture Ingram Bros. It is single fusee and in oak.
The dial is of white enamel with black Roman numerals and a minutes ring around the circumference.
It has a plain thin black minute hand and a black spade hour’s hand.
It is set within a round segmented oak surround and it is fitted with a brass rimmed, hinged glass front.
The case has the traditional salt box to the reverse to house the movement. It is held in place by four turned wooden pegs.
The salt box has two small access doors, one to the side and one to the underside.
Stamped on the back of the brass plate is “3976”.
A key is included.
~ Dimensions ~
The dial has a diameter of 12 inches (30.5 cm). The clock has an overall diameter of 15.75 inches (40 cm) and a depth of 6 inches (15 cm).
It weighs 7.39 kg.
~ Condition ~
The clock presents very well. The case has a few signs of wear as befits its age and some small white paint spots.
The dial is original and pretty clean, it does have a couple of small chips and some wear to a couple of the numbers.
The original glass is in excellent condition however it does have a few scratches to it, the brass ring is in excellent condition and has developed some patina over the years.
The clock has recently been serviced and is in good working order.
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