Scarce "Exciting Hour" Jefferson Mystery Clock - Immaculate; Runs-Keeps Time
Scarce "Exciting Hour" Jefferson Mystery Clock - Immaculate; Runs-Keeps Time
SOLD $1,299.99 Sold: Dec 30, 2023 on eBayOriginal Listing Description
eBay For visual condition, please review the included 20 high-resolution photos of the clock included in this listing.This Jefferson Electric "Exciting Hour" mystery clock is the scarce brushed chrome Cobalt Blue Numerals cousin of the more ubiquitous and yet still fascinating "Golden Hour" mystery clock. While company statistics are apparently unavailable, from our experience you will see this Exciting Hour model about once for every 75-100 times you've seen the "Golden Hour." Finding an "Exciting Hour" in good or great condition -- such as the one for sale in this listing -- is exceedingly, exceedingly rare, as most times the finish may be pitted and/or flaked, the cord and/or bottom plate may not be original, the Cobalt Blue numeration may have deteriorated, the glass may have cracked or come loose from the drive gear, etc. The one for sale here is easily the best we've ever held in our hands. This clock runs and keeps time. Both the cord and bottom plate are correct originals. This clock was assembled on September 9, 1960 (see photo of date inside clock case). There is a hand-marked notation inside the clock case in something like orange crayon; we aren't sure of its meaning, but oftentimes when a clock is repaired the servicer will notate the insdie or bottom of the case in some way. We see no other comparable example of this extremely rare clock on the market. (Condition: Pre-Owned)
Note: This item has been sold and is no longer available. This page serves as a historical price reference for clocks collectors and appraisers.
Original Listing Description
eBay For visual condition, please review the included 20 high-resolution photos of the clock included in this listing.This Jefferson Electric "Exciting Hour" mystery clock is the scarce brushed chrome Cobalt Blue Numerals cousin of the more ubiquitous and yet still fascinating "Golden Hour" mystery clock. While company statistics are apparently unavailable, from our experience you will see this Exciting Hour model about once for every 75-100 times you've seen the "Golden Hour." Finding an "Exciting Hour" in good or great condition -- such as the one for sale in this listing -- is exceedingly, exceedingly rare, as most times the finish may be pitted and/or flaked, the cord and/or bottom plate may not be original, the Cobalt Blue numeration may have deteriorated, the glass may have cracked or come loose from the drive gear, etc. The one for sale here is easily the best we've ever held in our hands. This clock runs and keeps time. Both the cord and bottom plate are correct originals. This clock was assembled on September 9, 1960 (see photo of date inside clock case). There is a hand-marked notation inside the clock case in something like orange crayon; we aren't sure of its meaning, but oftentimes when a clock is repaired the servicer will notate the insdie or bottom of the case in some way. We see no other comparable example of this extremely rare clock on the market. (Condition: Pre-Owned)
Note: This item has been sold and is no longer available. This page serves as a historical price reference for clocks collectors and appraisers.