Liberty Bell And Flag Cast Front Shelf Clock

Description:

Lady Liberty blowing a trumpet sitting on the Liberty Bell with the American Flag in the background. Fitup movement with 3 inch dial and 4 inch movement.

Model Names:

Model Name:

Liberty Bell and Flag

Informal Name:

Cast Front

Introduced:

ca. 1898

Motive Power:

Spring

Model Type:

Clock

Movement maker:

Westclox

Usage Locations:

Shelf

Functions:

Time

Specifications:

Case Color:

Copper

Case Material:

Cast Iron

Dial Color:

White

Dial Material:

Paper

Height:

12 inches

Width:

9 5/8 inches

Weight:

About 4 pounds

Variations:

Four Inch Movement → Balance
Four Inch Movement → Patent Form
Four Inch Movement → Plate Shape
Windup Clock → Time Click

References

Research by Richard Tjarks, Jeff Wood, Gary Biolchini, Greg Adams and Bill Stoddard

Examples of the Liberty Bell And Flag Cast Front Shelf Clock:

Liberty Bell And Flag Cast Front. Type [3.2.1b.2]. — **Estimated Date:** 1897. Type [3.2.1b.2]. **Plate Shape:** 3: Cut and Stepped Corner; **Balance:** 1b: Lead rim with notched balance staff; **Patent Form:** 2: 1885 Curved; **Time Click:** 2: Spring click Integral to BP.

Liberty Bell And Flag Cast Front. Type [3.2.2.2]. — **Estimated Date:** 1898. Type [3.2.2.2]. **Plate Shape:** 3: Cut and Stepped Corner; **Balance:** 2: Brass 2 arms thick rim; **Patent Form:** 2: 1885 Curved; **Time Click:** 2: Spring click Integral to BP.

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This item is shown for the historical record, it is not for sale.

Page Created: 2021-03-02 Page Modified: 2021-03-02 Model ID: 2280