Gilbert Banjo Wall Clock -- 1920s -- WOW!

Pricing & History

Sold for
Start Free Trial or Sign In to see what it's worth.
Sold Date
Source eBay

Vintage Gilbert Banjo Clock "I don't know much about art, but I know what I like ..." ... and I like this clock! But ~ I know nothing about how they work. This is actually a very important statement because I cannot say that this is a working clock since I don't know how to make it work! T is a key and a heavy brass (?) disk that I think , is a pendulum (or part of one). I spent quite a bit of time researching this piece but that just means I can provide you with some facts. I'll do my best to be thorough but please do not hesitate to contact me with corrections, questions, or requests for additional photos and/or information. I welcome all! I do not know they type of wood used but are some other specifics: ** Overall measurement is 27" long x 9.25" at widest point. ** Face reads: Gilbert, 1807, Made by Gilbert at Winsted, Conn. U.S.A. -- However, upon opening the face door, the following is stamped on the inside edge of the brass ring that holds the glass in the clock-face door: Pat. Sept. 7, 1920. Thus, a vintage reproduction. ** I found an advertisement for a Gilbert clock very similar to this one. (Please see photo) Tho' t doesn't seem to be any indication that this clock ever had a painted design down its front, the rest matches. Having said this ... notice that the eagle finial is missing from my clock. ************ read more

Items in the Price Guide are obtained exclusively from licensors and partners solely for our members’ research needs.

Flag item for content or copyright

If this item contains incorrect or inappropriate information please contact us here to flag it for review.

If you are the originator/copyright holder of this photo/item and would prefer it be excluded from our community, contact us here for removal.