The Third Millennium Limited Edition Clock, a testament to the exquisite craftsmanship of the Chelsea Clock Company, Chelsea, Massachusetts. 222154.
This fine Chelsea mantel clock is one of the larger sizes. The polished brass case and the solid American walnut stand weigh about 22 lbs. It is approximately 12.5 inches high and 14 inches wide. It is large enough to be noticed in just about any indoor setting. The base is engraved names of sixteen famous artists and scientists (Darwin, Pasteur, Cuvier, Helmholtz, Raphael, Titian, Morse, and Humboldt. This production run, numbered 2000 - 3000, was limited to 1000 units. This clock is numbered 2041, making it the 41st of 1000 clocks produced to commemorate the turn of the century.
The 10-inch polished brass bezel opens with the original "shield" hinge and push-button latch design. This opens to access the 8.5-inch silvered dial featuring raised gold Arabic hour numerals and the millennium logo. The segmented minute ring and the Chelsea name are engraved on the front surface.
The Chelsea Clock Co. made high-quality movements designed to run for eight days once fully wound. This clock will strike a gong for the corresponding hour. The gong's sound is lovely, with a deep, rich tone that is sure to please.
This clock is sold fully serviced and in excellent working order. The movement has been completely disassembled and cleaned. Areas of wear are addressed while the movement is rebuilt. The movement is then lubricated and tested to ensure its performance.
Inventory number 222154.
The Chelsea Clock Company Board of Directors met for the first time on July 28, 1897. The Board consisted of Whipple N. Potter, Jr., President, Charles H. Pearson, Treasurer, Reginald Foster, Clerk and Secretary. Allen L. Shepherd served on the Board with the elected officers. This first group of individuals was not together long. The Chelsea firm persevered and has enjoyed a long run of success as a result of making clocks of superior manufacture. This company made many clocks. Some of which were in the style of the Willard timepiece or banjo clock, the E. Howard Model No., 70 and more famously, marine clocks. This company remains in business today.
