This is a rare, tall, and impressive Elgin Westminster Wall/Mantel Clock. It is imposing and beautiful placed within a wood framed glass case, key wound with key included.
The glass has gold perimeter trim. The large clock face is suspended and anchored with all metal gear works. Beautiful, strong chimes with sequential 1,2,3,4 notes on each quarter hour culminating with 4 sequential 4-note chimes at the top of each hour followed by striking the number of the hour. Tested and in perfect working condition, the clock has been serviced over the years and is in tip-top shape as a result.
The clock is designed like a small Grandfather clock. The wood, glass, and all elements are in pristine condition.The round cut-away on the back of the clock details its provenance: 84 WELBY DIVISION Elgin Watch Co. Made in West Germany 351-030A I don't know the exact year of manufacture except that it is after World War II and before the West and East German unification. 27 1/4" tall 6 3/4" deep 13wide Weighs 19 lbs. A truly exceptional Westminster Clock of heirloom quality.
The item "Rare Tall Elgin Welby Westminster Chime Wall Mantel Clock in Glass Case" is in sale since Friday, July 15, 2016. This item is in the category "Collectibles\Clocks\Modern (1970-Now)\Wall". The seller is "art4u4all2see" and is located in Avon, Connecticut. This item can be shipped worldwide.