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CHELSEA 1930 USCG CLOCK
This Fine Old USCG Clock Has Been Sold. Thank you!RARE CHELSEA
U.S. COAST GUARD
SHIPS
CLOCK
Naval Observatory Date: Feb
1930

Stand Included a $75.00
Value
A classic U.S.C.G. pre WW
II ships clock which keeps excellent time, and is
in refinished condition all around!
Ca 1930
11 Jewel 8 Day Movement 6 inch dial Forged
Bronze
Case Exceptional
condition
Presented
is an original Chelsea U.S.Coast Guard owned
by a former Coastie for the last 49 years, which accounts
for it's exceptional condition. When in service, it
was bulkhead mounted on a ship's bridge, quarter deck, or
in a wardroom. It
has a 6
inch black over brass dial with a 5
1/2 viewing area, and heavy forged brass case of pre World War II vintage.
It is the standard deck clock
case of that
era. The spade hands are buff white with a sweep second hand. A lever type fast/slow regulator
is below the 12 position which is marked for black-out recognition
by an additional round dot under
and similar dots below each numeral.
There radium paint, which was found to
be radio active, has been
removed.
It is
fitted with a screw on bezel and
the forged brass case is highly polished and
lacquered. The movement is a 11-jeweled, 8 day
time-only movement, with a lever type regulator.
It is running well keeping time with a quartz
comparison watch. "Chelsea Clock Company,
Boston.", is acid-etched below the 6
o'clock position. "U.S. Coast Guard" is below
the center arbor. The back of the case is marked
with the maker's name and a later number. The antique
reproduction stand is included.The clock's serial
number is 185XXX. and dates from February,
1930.
The complete serial number
will be furnished the new owner.
Maritime and military
clocks were made to the exacting specifications
established jointly by the Navy and the U.S. Naval
Observatory.
DIMENSIONS:
6" Diameter of
Dial
Depth
2 1/2"
7 1/4"
Full
Diameter
Weight 5 1/2
lbs
CONDITION: The case has
been polished and lacquered. The movement is clean and
bright. The number on the case and the movement do
not match. It keeps excellent time compared
to a quartz watch. A Chelsea key is
included.
DIMENSIONS:
Diameter of
Dial
6"
Depth 2
1/2"
Full Diameter
7
1/4"
Weight 5 1/2
lbs
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Bright and shiny movement dates to Feb,
1930
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Great
looking
from any
angle
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Antique reproduced stand is
included
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International buyers
welcome, but
inquire first. We have satisfied customers in Argentina,
Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, Canada,
Chile, China, Czech Republic, Democratic Republic of Congo,
Denmark, Estonia, England, France, Germany, Greece, Holland,
Hong Kong, Hungary, Iceland, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan,
Kuwait, Latvia, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Martinique, Mexico, New
Zealand, Nigeria, Norway, Nova Scotia, Panama, Poland, Portugal,
Puerto Rico, Romania, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Scotland, Singapore,
Spain, St. Maarten, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, United Arab
Emirates, USVI and the Eastern Caribbean.
WARRANTY: We guarantee that this clock
will be working on arrival and that our description is entirely
accurate or your money back. The only conditions are that an email
authorization be obtained within three days, and that the instrument
is returned in its original condition and packaging, and insured for
its full value. Only Ground shipping charges within the
Continental United States are included in this offer if are
at fault. This does not affect our policy on shipping damage which is
discussed below.
PACKAGING: We
take great care in packaging our clocks for shipment which includes
bubble wrap, placing in a box, and then placing in a larger box
surrounded by impact absorbent material. However, we are not
responsible, once it is turned over to the carrier. Full Value
insurance is required. In the event of damage due to shipping we will
assist you in all respects even to filing a claim in your
behalf.
ACCEPTED FORMS OF
PAYMENT
are Bank wire transfer, cashier's check, or
personal check in which case the item will be held until
cleared. Our prices are quoted net to seller, but credit
cards may be accepted through PayPal for verified members by special arrangement.
Copyright 2013 by Land And Sea Collection. All Rights
Reserved.
Don't miss out on this
rare Chelsea USCG clock! It is a perfect addition for
your desk, mantle, collection or as a prestige
gift.
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