Original Listing Description

This is an antique M. Weldon shelf or mantle clock, currently running, with a good label. M. Welton 4 Post, 30 Hour Shelf Clock, T&S, Original Weights, Working M. Welton 4 Post, 30 Hour Shelf Clock, T&S, Original Weights, Working Click images to enlarge Description Heritage Matters WEIGHT DRIVEN SHELF or MANTLE CLOCK M. WELTON 30 HOUR T&S CIRCA 1840 - 1844 This is an antique weight driven, 30 hour, 4 post mantle or shelf clock. It has an excellent label of M. Welton, at 54 St. John Street. Merrit Welton's brothers, Hiram and Heman, took over Eli Terry Jr's shop in 1842, after he died. Some researchers believe Merrit bought his movements from them, while others believe he sourced movements mostly from Elisha Mantross, and occasionally from others. This movement is unsigned. It is uncertain exactly what dates Merrit was active in the clock business at the St. John Street address; he began about 1840, and was there at least through 1844, possibly a few years after. This is a nice example of his work. It stands about 26 inches tall, 15 inches wide, and 5 inches deep. The case has been refinished. The lower glass is obviously a modern replacement, as are the hands. The wood dial is period and fits well, but as there are small holes at the corners which do not meet the internal supports, may not be original to this clock. The "wafer" weights are original. It has been restrung within a few years, and the cords are good, so I did not restring it. The movement was clean, so all I did was to lubricate it. It is currently running and striking correctly. Though running, I sell all mechanical and electrical devices in AS-IS condition. You still have the right to return it if dissatisfied for a refund of your purchase price, not to include shipping. Should there be damage in shipping, it will need to be handled through an insurance claim. After that is settled, you can still return it for a refund of the purchase price, if notice has been given when any damage is discovered. The handling charge is for insurance, which is automatic. Should there be a problem with your purchase, please contact me directly through the eBay mail system. I can and will do the same things directly that I would through eBay, and probably more quickly. NO RESERVE! MY PLEDGE TO YOU: no surprises! I will provide high-resolution scans; I will fully describe each item, obverse and reverse, positives and negatives, possibilities, likelihoods, what I suspect, and which is which; and I will provide as much historical context as I can. Now, I believe that the only people who never make mistakes are those who never say or do anything, so consequently, there will be times I am wrong. There, you are covered by my guarantee. MY GUARANTEE TO YOU: I guarantee each item to be genuine as described. After you receive your purchase, you will have a 30 day inspection period; and if you are dissatisfied for any reason, simply return the item (in its original condition) for an immediate refund of your purchase price. Furthermore, if in the inspection period, you decide to send the item for expertizing, I will extend the period until its return from the expert of your choice. If it returns with an opinion of not genuine, or of being significantly different from how I describe it, I will also reimburse you for the expertizing fee. And the ONLY exception to my guarantee is that I am not responsible for mishandling by the mail system, and any damages incurred therein. That is what insurance is for, and it is automatic on this item. Get images thatmake Supersized seem small.Showcase your items with Auctiva'sListing Templates!THE simple solution for eBay sellers. Track Page Views WithAuctiva's Counter (Condition: Pre-Owned)

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