ANTIQUE APPRAISAL: ANTIQUE CLOCK APPRAISAL

Clocks, of all types, sizes, designs, and nationality, are among the most popular collectibles. For this reason, an antique clock appraisal is an important tool in providing key information that will guide a buyer or seller to make an informed decision.  The simple rule for clocks is if it mechanically works, is attractive to look at, and is unusual in its design, it is considered a desirable item. An antique clock usually sells for several times its original cost, but a collector’s clock should have added features to make it distinctive.

To determine the market value of an antique clock, many collectors around the country will come to Emailappraisals.com for an antique clock appraisal because of our over 40 years experience in the field. To properly appraise an antique clock, the appraiser should be familiar with the various types of clock movements, the significance of the clockmaker, and how condition affects the value. The antique clock appraisal is written by our appraisers so that the important information is documented and clearly stated.

Grandfather clocks, which reached their height of popularity in America from 1680 to about 1840, were originally referred to as a tall clock. The name ‘grandfather’ became popular about 1875 when it became the title of a popular song of the day. Since the most valuable tall clocks are probably over 125 years old, an antique clock appraisal is a wise step to take if the owner is considering insurance protection, or simply buying or selling.

A Grandmother’s clock, which was popular from about 1750 to 1850, is a shorter version of the Grandfather at less than 78 inches tall. Other clock styles, like wall, mantel, banjo, shelf, and novelty cuckoo clocks date back to the early 1800’s. The antique clock appraisal experts at Emailappraisals.com are trained to recognize the salient points in all the different types of clocks, and to distinguish the originals from the fakes. In an antique clock appraisal, the description provided points out not only the value but a brief history of the clock.