How do I identify my grandfather clock?

How do I identify my grandfather clock?

Find the manufacturer of a grandfather clock by examining both the clock itself and the movement inside. Look on the dial, or face, of the grandfather clock. In most cases, the name of the manufacturer of the case and dial is painted or engraved on the clock face.

What year was my grandfather clock made?

The song was called “My Grandfather’s Clock”, released in 1876.

Is my grandfather clock worth anything?

Expect that your grandfather clock could be worth anywhere from $200 to $20,000 depending on the features and the condition of the clock. If you are willing to sell an antique clock and be fair about the overall pricing, chances are you will make quite a bit of money off of it.

What does it cost to service a grandfather clock?

The cost of servicing a grandfather clock can vary between $100 and $2,500, depending on what services are necessary. Normal servicing is not too costly while repairing and replacing parts can quickly add up. Major factors that impact the cost include: The type of clock and internal mechanisms.

Where can I find the maker of a grandfather clock?

The best place to start when trying to identify the maker and model and history or date of production of a grandfather clock is the dial or face of the grandfather clocks. If it says Howard Miller or Ridgeway or Kieninger or Hermle, as examples, on it, you have your answer right there as to the maker of the clock.

What makes an antique clock difficult to identify?

Antique clocks come in many different sizes, styles and designs and can be made of many different materials. Clocks have been produced for centuries, and were made all over the world. It is the diversity of antique clocks, as well as the multitude of clock makers, that can make them challenging to identify.

Are there any Howard Miller grandfather clocks left?

Ridgeway Grandfather Clocks have another story. Even though they are in the last ten or so years the same company as Howard Miller, having been acquired by Howard Miller Clocks, records older than 10 years or so for the Serial Numbers for Ridgeway Clocks were apparently lost or destroyed in a fire or flood or in a move or some such thing.

What kind of clock has no markings on it?

Same situation with a Ridgeway Grandfather or Floor Clock or one of the Hermle Grandfather Clocks or a Kieninger Grandfather Clock or Grandmother Clock? What if you see no markings on your grandfather clock.