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How can you tell if a clock is vintage?

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How can you tell if a clock is vintage?
To tell if a clock is vintage, look for a maker's mark. From there, you can consult trusted online resources to determine who produced your clock. Then, by reviewing the manufacturer's catalogues, you can get a rough idea of when the maker produced similar clocks. For a clock to be considered vintage, it must be at least 20 years old. Clocks made 100 years ago or earlier are antique. Another way to date your clock is to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer inspect it. On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage and antique clocks.
1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
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1990s Gorgeous Cartier alarm clock pendulette "Colisee". Made in France
Located in Milano, IT
1990s Gorgeous Cartier alarm clock pendulette "Colisee". Made in France It's in gold plated 24K. White enamel dial. Quartz movement. Clock case numbered 0559867. With original case, ...
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1990s French Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Gold Plate

18th Century English Chinoiserie Clock
Located in Charlottesville, VA
An 18th century English longcase clock with chinoiserie decoration on a black lacquer ground, featuring gilt figures, pagodas, and landscape motifs throughout the case. The arched ho...
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Antique 18th Century English Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

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Brass

Vintage Jaeger le Coultre Lapis Lazuli Mantel Clock 20th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a fine Vintage faux lapis lazuli desk clock by Jaeger-LeCoultre, circa 1970 in date. The clock is displayed in a beautiful polished rectangular gilt brass case with a lapis ...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Mantel Clocks

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Lapis Lazuli, Brass

Stirrup Desk Alarm Clock in the style of Paul Dupré-Lafon for Hermès By Europa
Located in Roma, IT
We are pleased to offer for sale a tabletop clock with alarm, crafted in the mid-20th century Modern period yet clearly inspired by the 1930s. Made by the German clockmaker Europa, a...
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Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Metal, Brass

Howard Miller George Nelson Grandfather Clock Model 677
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A newer sophisticated take on the grandfather clock with the case in smoked Lucite defining the outline of the clock. The face has a brushed aluminum face with mod hands in red and w...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

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Chrome

Antique Ingraham Craftsman Floral Decoupage Key Wound Chiming Mantel Clock 13"
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Art Deco style floral decoupage, key wound, chiming mantel clock. Rectangular wood case with arch top, decoupaged with red and brown roses and flowers, standing on four brass legs with tablet shaped feet. White enamel face with black Roman numerals & hands; brass egg and dart frame with glass cover. Movement by Ingraham Clock...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Brass

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