Example of Rough Rider Silver Cast Front Shelf Clock (Example ID 706)
Example 706
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Model Name:
Rough Rider Silver Cast Front
Notes:
Type [3.3.2.3].
Dates:
Movement Date: ca. 1899 - 1901
Variations:
Plate Shape: 3: Cut and Stepped Corner; Balance: 2: Brass 2 arms thick rim; Patent Form: 3: 1885 Circular; Time Click: 3: Traditional click & spring inside BP
Text:
Back: Patent: PAT APPLD PATENTED APRIL 25TH 1899
Condition:
Very Good
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Front. This case front clock celebrates Teddy Roosevelt and the Rough Riders. It was made about 1899.
The movement was made by Western Clock Mfg. Co. (forerunner of Westclox). The patent date on the back of the movement housing is September 22, 1885. The back of the case casting is patented April 25, 1899. This type of clock, with a cast case front, was popular around 1890 - 1910, and many have movements by Western Clock Mfg. Co.
