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Under the History of Clocks and Clockmakers menu tab you'll find a brief summary of clockmaking history as well as background information about some of the better known clockmakers and factories.The extensive list of bibliographic resources identifies books that can help you with further research if the questions you have are not answered on our site.
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Using the Identifying and Dating Clocks menu tab will help you learn more about different types of clocks and show you practical methods for researching your clock's most likely age and maker.Under the Identifying the Maker submenu you'll find information on clock trademarks and trade names and how patent numbers can be used to determine the country of origin. If your clock is signed you can search our database of more than 10,000 names of former clockmakers to see if the maker's working dates and country are shown.
Use the Dating Clocks submenu if you are trying to find out the approximate date your clock was made. General facts to know and dating clocks by their style can often help date your clock based on its appearance, construction or materials used. A clocks age can also be determined by its maker's name and style of label or trademark, if any. We also provide links to sites that can help date a clock just by using its serial number. The tables of U.S. patent numbers and British registry numbers can also help pinpoint your clocks age.
The glossary of clock terminology and wood identification guide can help you accurately describe your clock to others who might be able to help you research your clock. Finally, the bibliographic resources and where to get more help sections will give you many options for further research.
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The heart of this guide is found under the Clock Values menu tab. Here you'll find important information about how the same clock may have many different values depending on the purpose of your wanting to know.You'll also find out if you might need to get your clock appraised and how to find a qualified appraiser.
You can also search the clock prices database to find out what clocks similar to yours have sold for in past auctions or are currently retailing for. You'll have many easy options for finding the information. You can search by keyword, by model name, by maker's name, by clock type, or by country of origin.
Or you can simply browse through the entire image bank of more than 15,000 photos of antique clocks. Non-members can view all photos for free. Prices and descriptions of each clock are available only to paid members. See the chart comparing our low cost subscription plans for complete details about unlimited access and other member benefits.
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Under the Buying and Selling menu tab you'll a direct link to our free clock classifieds web site: Clockpost.com. Categories include For Sale, Wanted, Parts and Services. You don't have to be a member to post a free ad, but non-members are limited to posting one free ad per month. Members enjoy unlimited posting privileges. (see member benefits chart)Under the Buying Tips submenu you'll find 10 important factors to consider when buying an antique clock. You'll also get suggestions on where you can find clocks for sale and a buying checklist to keep in mind.
Under the Selling Tips submenu you'll find 11 important factors to consider when selling an antique clock. You'll also get suggestions on where and how you can sell your clock and a selling checklist to keep in mind.
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Selecting the Index to Clocks menu tab allows you to search the complete site index to the more than 9,800 clocks we list. You can search for your clock by model name, maker's name, clock type or country of origin.
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The Resource Links menu tab lists other web sites that can help you find useful information about antique clocks.You'll find links to clock dealers, clock auctions, sources for parts and supplies, clock repairers, tips on clock care and reference books and publications. Also listed are sites related to clock history and education, clock related organizations and museums and online discussion forums.
You can also list your own clock site or place a link from your site to ours.
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