I can't find anything on this clock; the face says Royalty. I am doing an estate sale so I am just trying to get a value.
Your clock is gorgeous and immaculate!
Valuing these neat pieces is a challenge for a number of reasons.
First they need to work--everything from keeping time to the chimes.
Then it needs to be determined the brand (I have not heard of Royalty as a brand, although I am not an expert in clocks). Are there markings on the workings?
Then it needs to be a style that is highly sought after in your town, with a high demand and a low supply. So where I am in PA the (bonnet style--which describes the top rounded piece)--is one of the the least sought after types of clock so it would get a lower value here, where people prefer the more decorative, Victorian tops or even more so, the flat craftsman style. Value is really a regional thing so where you are, you may see more value in a bonnet top.
That it was repaired for $800 (to me) only speaks to the cost of the repair--fixing these clocks--whether they are delicate antiques or new pieces--is expensive. There are few clock makers/fixers around, so they can charge huge amounts because they are usually the only game in town.
One of the other challenges in clocks is what is called "marriages" where someone takes old clock parts and puts them into a newer case trying to increase the value.
So all of that said, the best way to put a value on your clock is to have a local clock person (antique/vintage dealer) look at it and give you an idea of what they sell for in your area.
If you are doing an estate sale (like a family run one) you most likely will not get the piece's true worth or value since people don't like paying big bucks for expensive items at estate sales. Most are looking for bargains to either decorate their home, or flip for a huge profit.
If you learn that this piece is quite valuable (which I hope it is), you may want to pull it from the estate sale and have it sold in an auction or antique/vintage store to realize a higher profit.
Post back what you decide!! It is a lovely piece--very well cared for which is half the battle!!
I have a Howard Miller model 611-015 grandfather clock in great condition; everything works. I just have no idea about clocks and am wondering how much it is worth.
Asking prices go for over $1000 on eBay.
Ive tried finding a clock like this and have been unsuccessful. Wondering if anyone knows anything about this and what its worth?
I have a Pearl grandfather clock and I'm trying to figure out its value. The bell says United States Military Academy. Thanks for any help!
These clocks are selling for a large amount of money. I have seen people asking up to $6500 for one they were selling. I would contact a dealer to find out more information about the clock but you have a nice clock there and can sell it for a good price.
I don't have many details on this, apart from the pictures. I am just interested to see how much it's worth.
Any help would be great, fingers crossed some one can!
Was a gift long ago. We have no idea what it originally cost. We have no room for it any longer.
Tempus Fugit is just a Latin term which roughly translated means Time passes quickly, or "Time Flies". This clock was made in the US by a company that started to make these clocks around the 1920s.. From you image you have shown the clock I believe was made by Ridgeway. The clock should bring in around between 250 to 350 dollars.
We bought grandfather clock in 1999. Sadly my husband past away and I need to downsize, I am looking to sell this beauty, but have no idea of the value.
Label says
United Furniture
Pennehuisstraat 41 3690 Tilden
Invoice #M16818
Ref fax 01/02/99
Clock #557 Garmisch
Color E40
Grandfather movement 3 chimes U
Moonphase dial C8
Pendulum C Neuschwanstein
Brass etched weight shells
With Socle
There are many different makes and models for sale online. The prices seem to vary greatly right now. The low end clocks asking price starts around $80 and goes up from there. The mid range clocks are selling or the asking price is around $250-350 and the higher range closes start at $600-5000.
First off, my condolences on the loss of your husband. I lost mine almost 17 years ago, so I know some of what you're going through.
Your clock is certainly not old enough to be considered an antique, but it is a beauty just the same. There are so many things that factor into a clock's value, that you really should get it appraised by someone who knows grandfather clocks. If there are any clock repair/sales stores near you, you could take some detailed photos and all the info on the label to them and see if they can help with a ballpark figure on it's value. They might even do it for free if you explain the circumstances of why you need to know. Good luck.
You have a lot of information about your clock and it does appear to have been made in Germany but this is a label that apparently shows everything about the clock but does not show a brand name.
There were many clocks made in Germany and sold to stores/companies that used their own names so this more or less seems to make your clock something like a 'generic' clock and probably reduces the value over similar brand name clocks.
Brand name clocks may have the same or very near the same mechanisms but the name itself will increase the value.
I do not believe your clock is a brand name or it would have been shown on this label/certificate. But, just in case, you should look all over your clock to see if you see any marks or names that might give it more identification.
It seems that "United Family" is a large organization of stores but I'm not sure how all of that works.
Also, 1999 is still considered 'modern' or almost vintage and that just puts it in competition price wise with regular clocks in many furniture stores.
You do not say where you live but most of these clocks that are individually owned are sold a 'local pick up only' which means the area where you live will have a very large baring on the final value of this item as shipping cost would probably make it out of the question.
You can check this link to eBay's grandfather clocks so you can get an idea of how to list your clock should you decide to post it for sale. You will need several very good pictures (your posted picture is not good for this as it is too far way and also too dark for viewing) and also a good detailed description.
www.ebay.com/
If you check the internet for sold listings *eBay also) you will find that most sellers list/sell as pick up only. Companies/stores may ship but still expensive and usually only very expensive clocks.
You may be able to find out more about your clock if you post several good close-up pictures and information on several of the grandfather clock forums.
www.grandfather-clock-info.com/
www.discoverclocks.com/
www.treasurenet.com/
You can also try for a free appraisal:
www.whatsellsbest.com/
This Emperor grandfather clock was purchased by my father in the early 70s. It's been kept immaculate and was only stopped running because of the preference of not hearing the chimes.
Is there a way to get a ballpark figure as to the value? I'm trying to decide to move it to my home or to sell.
