What is a nautical clock?

A nautical clock, also known as a marine chronometer, is a timepiece found on ships. The clock dictates a ship’s position by celestial navigation and keeps the current time in comparison to GMT. Browse a wide range of nautical memorabilia, including clocks, on 1stDibs.

How do I tell if a clock is an antique French clock?

Check the clock for a manufacturer’s mark or label. Once you have this, you should be able to look up the clock’s brand to see if it is French in origin. A clock is considered antique once it is 100 years old. A professional can also help verify the origin of your clock. Shop an array of expertly vetted antique clocks on 1stDibs.

How do I identify my antique clock?

To identify your antique clock, search for markings on the back of its movement or case. Once you have located these marks, use trusted online resources to determine who the maker is. From there, you can continue your research to learn more about your clock's age, style and other characteristics. An expert appraiser or antiques dealer can also assist you with identification. Find a wide range of antique clocks on 1stDibs.

What is an antique bracket clock?

An antique bracket clock refers to a portable spring-driven pendulum table clock created in the 17th and 18th centuries. These clocks were equipped with convenient carrying handles and were housed usually in rectangular cases. Shop a collection of antique and vintage bracket clocks from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.

How can I spot an antique clock?

To spot whether or not a clock is antique, note if the clockmaker’s name or company is engraved near the center face of the dial. A paper label may also be pasted on the back of the clock. You can shop a collection of expertly vetted antique clocks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

How do I know if my antique clock is valuable?

To know if an antique clock is valuable, you'll typically need to have the piece assessed by a certified appraiser or an experienced antiques dealer. The maker and style of the clock will help determine its value (an early American clockmaker’s antique grandfather model, featuring an oak case and decorative carvings, may be very interesting to collectors, for example). Overall condition of your clock also plays a role. Generally, clocks that still work are worth more than those that require repairs. On 1stDibs, find a selection of antique, vintage and modern clocks.

Are old antique clocks worth anything?

Yes, some old antique clocks may be worth something. Many collectors look for clocks produced by certain manufacturers, such as the Ansonia Clock Company, the Seth Thomas Clock Company, Jaeger-LeCoultre and the Chelsea Clock Company. In addition to the maker, the type, materials, style and condition of the clock influence its value. Generally, clocks that remain in good working order are worth more than those in need of repairs and restorations. To find out how much your clock may be worth, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of antique clocks.

Antique Nautical Clocks

Barometer Clock

Bulkhead Clock

French Industrial Clock

Seth Thomas Ship Clock

Desk Barometer

Navigation Instrument

Nautical Barometer

Ship Bulkhead

Industrial Series Nautical Desk Clock

$4,208

Industrial Series Nautical Desk Clock

Located in Amersham, GB

This stylish desk clock made in the last quarter of the 19th century has a french eight day movement with a lever platform escapement. the movement is housed in a drum forming the ce...

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Late 19th Century French Industrial Antique Nautical Clocks

Materials

Griotte Marble, Brass, Enamel, Nickel, Ormolu

English Nautical Mantel Clock with Barometer and Compass Eight-Day

$2,500

English Nautical Mantel Clock with Barometer and Compass Eight-Day

Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina

An exceptional and highly decorative English nautical mantel clock, featuring a rare combination of a mechanical clock, barometer, and compass housed within an elegant maritime-inspi...

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Early 1900s English Antique Nautical Clocks

Materials

Bronze

19th Century, English Mahogany & Brass Nautical Gimbal Thermometer, Barometer

$3,840Sale Price|20% Off

19th Century, English Mahogany & Brass Nautical Gimbal Thermometer, Barometer

Located in Atlanta, GA

This 19th-century English nautical gimbal-mounted thermometer and barometer is an exceptional piece of maritime craftsmanship. Constructed of rich mahogany with brass fittings, this ...

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19th Century British George III Antique Nautical Clocks

Materials

Brass

Antique Smith 8-Day Shipboard Clock, Brass, Industrial Style, England

$1,550

Antique Smith 8-Day Shipboard Clock, Brass, Industrial Style, England

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Age tarnished, scrapes to the back side, some wear to the dial and red hand (please see photos) however the Clock has a particularly fine Nautical presentation.

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Early 20th Century English Industrial Antique Nautical Clocks

Materials

Brass

Nautical Desk Timepiece from the Guilmet Industrial Series.

$3,615

Nautical Desk Timepiece from the Guilmet Industrial Series.

By Andre Romain Guilmet

Located in Amersham, GB

A Nautical timepiece with a French eight day movement regulated by a large high quality English lever platform escapement, behind a silvered roman dial with blued steel spade hands u...

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1890s French Industrial Antique Nautical Clocks

Materials

Belgian Black Marble, Gold Plate, Brass, Nickel

Nautical pocket watch holder stand, sailing ship carved, tramp art, 1880 Germany

$500

Nautical pocket watch holder stand, sailing ship carved, tramp art, 1880 Germany

Located in Wien, AT

Particularly decorative pocket watch holder, made of hand-carved oak wood, manufactured around 1880 in Germany, probably in the Black Forest region. An exceptionally charming watch ...

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1880s German Folk Art Antique Nautical Clocks

Materials

Oak

Antique Victorian Nautical Gilt Bronze Clock and Barometer Pair

$10,231

Antique Victorian Nautical Gilt Bronze Clock and Barometer Pair

By Howell James & Co.

Located in London, GB

Antique Victorian nautical gilt bronze clock and barometer pair English, 19th Century Measures: height 25 cm, width 22 cm, depth 13.5 cm This elegant pair, comprised of a clock ...

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Nautical Clocks

Materials

Agate, Ormolu

Carved Dolphyn Marine Barometer by Salom of London

$2,895

Carved Dolphyn Marine Barometer by Salom of London

Located in Norwell, MA

Exceptional nautical library clock and barometer. This item has an awesome carved dolphyns in sea grass supporting the clock and barometer.

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1920s European Antique Nautical Clocks

Materials

Wood

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Rare Seth Thomas No. 6 Ships Nautical Wardroom Clock Ca 1920

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H 2.63 in Dm 7.5 in

Rare Seth Thomas No. 6 Ships Nautical Wardroom Clock Ca 1920

By Seth Thomas Clock Company

Located in Palm City, FL

Stand included, a $75.00 value! A classic ship's Wardroom clock which keeps excellent time, and is in outstanding condition all around! Presented is a Seth Thomas ship's clock ...

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Early 20th Century American Antique Nautical Clocks

Unique Seth Thomas Side Wind Lever Ships Chronometer

Unavailable

H 7 in Dm 7 in

Unique Seth Thomas Side Wind Lever Ships Chronometer

By Seth Thomas Clock Company

Located in Palm City, FL

UNIQUE SETH THOMAS SIDE WIND SHIP'S CHRONOMETER LEVER No. 5006 Ca 1899 Seth Thomas, America's oldest clock maker started operations in 1813. Their Nautical clocks first appeared...

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19th Century American Antique Nautical Clocks

Victorian Black Slate/Marble Clock of Nautical Interest

Unavailable

H 19.3 in W 16.74 in D 6.5 in

Victorian Black Slate/Marble Clock of Nautical Interest

By Marti

Located in Cheltenham, GB

A very rare French 8 day striking the hour & half hour black slate marble clock with nautical scenes of a lighthouse, shipping & the sea.

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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Nautical Clocks

Materials

Belgian Black Marble, Slate, Brass

Clock

Unavailable

H 4.33 in W 9.44 in D 2.75 in

Clock

Located in Aspen, CO

Clock is damaged just for showpiece its not working.Original

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1920s Antique Nautical Clocks

Materials

Metal

Novelty Nautical Clock and Barometer Set by Westbury Clock Co., USA

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H 21 in W 33 in D 0.1 in

Novelty Nautical Clock and Barometer Set by Westbury Clock Co., USA

Located in Lymington, Hampshire

Nautical desk clock and barometer set by Westbury Clock Co., USA in the form of double ship's helm in bronzed case with an eight day movement striking the ship's watch bells.

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Early 1900s American Antique Nautical Clocks

Materials

Bronze

French Animated Industrial Desk Clock, Barometer with Rotating Globe, circa 1880

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H 16.15 in W 10.44 in D 4.93 in

French Animated Industrial Desk Clock, Barometer with Rotating Globe, circa 1880

Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos

France, circa 1880 Nautical clock with barometer, compass and globe Complex industrial clocks were very popular since the industrialization in the 19th century.

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Late 19th Century French Industrial Antique Nautical Clocks

Materials

Marble, Brass, Bronze

Fine Nautical Themed Ormolu French Mantel Clock

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H 19.5 in W 16 in D 8 in

Fine Nautical Themed Ormolu French Mantel Clock

Located in London, by appointment only

A very unusual two-sided clock suitable for a centre table, the Fine ormolu female figures resting on a base of seashells and scrolling ornament, and supporting the clock mechanism a...

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Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Nautical Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Large and Impressive Nautically Themed Clock by EW Streeter, London, 1877

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H 18 in W 11.5 in

Large and Impressive Nautically Themed Clock by EW Streeter, London, 1877

By William Hunter

Located in London, GB

A very impressive and nautically themed large clock by maker EW Streeter of Old Bond Street, London, dated 1877.

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19th Century English Antique Nautical Clocks

Materials

Silver, Brass

Antique Scottish George Lumsden Mahogany Nautical Tall Case Grandfather Clock

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H 84 in W 19 in D 10 in

Antique Scottish George Lumsden Mahogany Nautical Tall Case Grandfather Clock

Located in Dayton, OH

The face is hand painted with roman numerals and a nautical maritime seascape scene of sailboats / Clipper Ships, Seagulls, and a Lighthouse against in choppy waters.

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19th Century Scottish George II Antique Nautical Clocks

Materials

Glass, Mahogany, Burl

18th Century Bracket Clock by E. Prideaux

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H 20 in W 12 in D 7.5 in

18th Century Bracket Clock by E. Prideaux

By Edmund Prideaux

Located in Savannah, GA

There are two scenes encircled on either side, one with the moon and stars, the other depicting a nautical theme. The clock face itself measures 7.75" across and is surrounded by fil...

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1770s English Georgian Antique Nautical Clocks

Materials

Hardwood

Large early 20th Century Nautical Capstan clock inkwell dated 1914 Walker & Hall

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H 4.5 in W 7 in D 7 in

Large early 20th Century Nautical Capstan clock inkwell dated 1914 Walker & Hall

By Walker & Hall

Located in London, GB

Large early 20th Century Nautical Capstan clock inkwell, dated 1914 maker Walker & Hall.

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1910s English Antique Nautical Clocks

Gustavian Revival Nautical Clock

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H 22 in W 13 in D 5 in

Gustavian Revival Nautical Clock

Located in New York, NY

A gilded chiming clock, popular in the early 20th century when taste reverted to all things neoclassical, and the term "Swedish Grace" was coined to refer to the beautiful,...

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1920s Swedish Neoclassical Revival Antique Nautical Clocks

Very Fine Quality Combination Nautical Clock and Barometer

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H 9.5 in W 6.75 in D 3 in

Very Fine Quality Combination Nautical Clock and Barometer

Located in San Francisco, CA

A very fine quality nautical themed 8 day clock and barometer combination executed in brass having a circular clock and barometer nestled in to a brass anchor, resting on a rectangul...

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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Nautical Clocks

Materials

Brass

1930s Brass and Wood Shipboard Navigation Clock Antique Nautical Instrument

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H 3.2 in Dm 9.05 in

1930s Brass and Wood Shipboard Navigation Clock Antique Nautical Instrument

Located in Milan, IT

Nautical clock, brass and wood with spring-wound, top shaped as a rope.

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Early 20th Century Antique Nautical Clocks

Materials

Wood

1930s Brass Smith Empire Shipboard Clock Antique Marine Navigation Instrument

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H 2.95 in Dm 6.7 in

1930s Brass Smith Empire Shipboard Clock Antique Marine Navigation Instrument

Located in Milan, IT

Nautical clock, brass, with spring-wound, signed Smith Empire, 1930’s.

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Early 20th Century Antique Nautical Clocks

Materials

Brass

French 19th Century Gilt Bronze Mantle Clock with Nautical Scenes

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H 24 in W 15.5 in D 8.5 in

French 19th Century Gilt Bronze Mantle Clock with Nautical Scenes

Located in London, GB

An impressive French mantel clock by LeCat of Paris. Constructed in the Louis XV manner, the monumental gilt bronze framework housing hand-painted porcelain plaques of nautical sc...

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19th Century French Louis XV Antique Nautical Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Antique Swedish Nautical Giltwood Hand-CarvedWall Clock Cartel

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H 21 in W 13.5 in D 4.5 in

Antique Swedish Nautical Giltwood Hand-CarvedWall Clock Cartel

Located in Dallas, TX

Antique Swedish nautical giltwood wall clock or Cartel as they are known in Europe is the perfect way to decorate the wall in timeless fashion for generations to come!

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Early 1900s Swedish Renaissance Revival Antique Nautical Clocks

Materials

Giltwood

Rare & Decorative French Art Deco, Nautical Rope Bunch Design Wall Clock, Paris

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H 16.5 in W 12.5 in D 5 in

Rare & Decorative French Art Deco, Nautical Rope Bunch Design Wall Clock, Paris

Located in Lisse, NL

This fine Parisian clock (somehow the best makers were always located in the capital) is the perfect clock for a yacht, a boat house or any other nautical (inspired) interior.

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Nautical Clocks

Materials

Spelter, Brass

1911 Antique English Smiths Enfield Brass Nautical Maritime 8 Day Ships Clock 6"

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H 3.5 in Dm 5.5 in

1911 Antique English Smiths Enfield Brass Nautical Maritime 8 Day Ships Clock 6"

Located in Dayton, OH

It features a reliable 8-day mechanical movement and retains all of its key original hardware components, making it an excellent addition for nautical collectors or horology enthusia...

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1910s English Edwardian Antique Nautical Clocks

Materials

Brass

Nautical themed Desk Compendium Industrial rotating Globe Clock

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H 16.15 in W 10.44 in D 4.93 in

Nautical themed Desk Compendium Industrial rotating Globe Clock

Located in London, GB

A combined timepiece, weather station and globe desk piece industrial clock. Constructed of onyx and silvered and gilt bronze. The white onyx base with timepiece in shaped bronze cas...

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1880s French Antique Nautical Clocks

Materials

Onyx, Bronze

Admiralty Pattern Smiths Astral Ship's Bulkhead Clock with Eight Day Movement

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H 0.1 in Dm 8 in

Admiralty Pattern Smiths Astral Ship's Bulkhead Clock with Eight Day Movement

Located in Lymington, Hampshire

A large admiralty pattern Smith '60' second ships bulkhead clock.

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1910s English Antique Nautical Clocks

19th Century Rare Brass Pocket Compass Marine Navigation, Travelling Instrument

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H 0.7 in Dm 1.7 in

19th Century Rare Brass Pocket Compass Marine Navigation, Travelling Instrument

Located in Milan, IT

Very rare vintage brass pocket nautical compass mounted inside a clock case with a ring to hang it to a chain; compass card with eight winds with goniometric circle, signed Negretti ...

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1880s Antique Nautical Clocks

Materials

Brass

Antique Nautical Ships Double Wind Bridge Clock Dated 1878

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H 6.25 in D 3.125 in Dm 6.25 in

Antique Nautical Ships Double Wind Bridge Clock Dated 1878

Located in Palm City, FL

Seth Thomas, America's oldest clock maker started operations in 1813. Their Nautical clocks first appeared in the 1860's and were the official US Navy Ships' clock for almost 100 yea...

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19th Century American Antique Nautical Clocks

Giant Nautical Theme Chelsea Clock Circa 1920

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H 15 in W 10 in D 6 in

Giant Nautical Theme Chelsea Clock Circa 1920

By Chelsea Clock

Located in New York, NY

The motif is nautical and military with the crossed cannons. The clock retains its original key and is in fine working condition.

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Early 20th Century American Antique Nautical Clocks

Materials

Brass

Rare French Ball Clock on Nautical Theme Holder

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H 8 in W 9.5 in

Rare French Ball Clock on Nautical Theme Holder

Located in New York, NY

This on comes on a magnificent bronze holder representing a Nautical motif .The clock which has an 8 day movement that works perfectly, The enamel dial is in perfect condition.

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Early 20th Century French Antique Nautical Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Seth Thomas Ship's Bell Nautical 8 Day Clock Ca 1921

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H 6 in D 3 in Dm 4.5 in

Seth Thomas Ship's Bell Nautical 8 Day Clock Ca 1921

Located in Palm City, FL

Presented is a very rare, vintage, eight day, 7 Jewel movement, striking bell clock whose design dates to 1921. Its No. 115 movement closely resembles, and is the equal of Chelsea's ...

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Early 20th Century American Antique Nautical Clocks

Late Victorian Nautical Striking Bulkhead Clock Incorporating the ‘Dog Watches'

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H 9.5 in Dm 8 in

Late Victorian Nautical Striking Bulkhead Clock Incorporating the ‘Dog Watches'

Located in Greenlawn, NY

A very rare late 19th century ship’s clock by Smith and Sons that strikes true nautical time incorporating the unique striking sequences for the ‘dog watches’ on two massive bells.

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Late 19th Century English Antique Nautical Clocks

Materials

Brass

Rare Novelty Nautical Revolving Ships Wheel Desk Clock or Barometer

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H 11 in W 9 in D 5.5 in

Rare Novelty Nautical Revolving Ships Wheel Desk Clock or Barometer

Located in Darwen, GB

A rare novelty nautical revolving ships wheel desk clock or barometer.

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1870s Antique Nautical Clocks

Rare 19th Century Nautically Themed Mantle Clock with Original Side Pieces.

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H 11 in Dm 16.5 in

Rare 19th Century Nautically Themed Mantle Clock with Original Side Pieces.

Located in Greenlawn, NY

Rare gilt and silvered-bronze nautically themed mantle clock with the original side-pieces.

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Late 19th Century French Antique Nautical Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Late Victorian English Bulkhead Clock with Dog’s Watch Ship's Strike.

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H 8 in Dm 9 in

Late Victorian English Bulkhead Clock with Dog’s Watch Ship's Strike.

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Greenlawn, NY

Makers: J.C. Jennens, London. Retailed by Tiffany & Co, New York. Description: A late-19th century bronze bulkhead clock with ship’s striking including the dog’s watch originally...

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1880s English Other Antique Nautical Clocks

Materials

Brass

Nautical Inspired Tramp Art 'Dolphin' Clock

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H 27.5 in W 18 in D 8 in

Nautical Inspired Tramp Art 'Dolphin' Clock

Located in Manalapan, NJ

Inspired tramp art 'Dolphin' shelf clock. A ship's clock and bell is mounted in this masterful folk art creation with a pair of carved dolphins, a large star and a ship's wheel. Ther...

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19th Century American Antique Nautical Clocks

Vintage German Wall Clock in Brass

$417

H 9.65 in Dm 7.29 in

Vintage German Wall Clock in Brass

Located in Esbjerg, DK

A pocket watch shaped quartz (batteri-operated) wall clock featuring solid brass frame, Roman numerals and a sunburst dial in silver enamel. Manufactured by Genfa in Germany circa 19...

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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Antique Nautical Clocks

Materials

Brass

Antique Victorian quality mahogany banjo barometer

$1,208

H 36.23 in W 10.63 in D 1.58 in

Antique Victorian quality mahogany banjo barometer

Located in Ipswich, GB

Antique Victorian quality mahogany banjo barometer, having a quality mahogany barometer with carved scrolls, round silvered engraved dial with the original hands, a brass bezel and t...

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Early 19th Century Early Victorian Antique Nautical Clocks

Materials

Brass

George III Mahogany Banjo Barometer Edinburgh

$1,550

H 38.5 in W 8.5 in D 1.75 in

George III Mahogany Banjo Barometer Edinburgh

Located in Huntington, NY

George III Mahogany Banjo Barometer By Edie & Son. Edinburgh Alexander James Adie FRSE MWS (7 November 1775, Edinburgh – 4 December 1858, Edinburgh) was a Scottish maker of medical ...

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Late 18th Century English George III Antique Nautical Clocks

Materials

Brass

Vintage German Brass Ship Clock from Philips, 1970s

$307

H 2.76 in Dm 7.09 in

Vintage German Brass Ship Clock from Philips, 1970s

By Philips

Located in Kojetice, CZ

Vintage ship clock made by Philips in West Germany during the 1970s.It features a brass body frame and clear glass cover. This item has been converted into a battery-powered clockwor...

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1970s German Industrial Antique Nautical Clocks

Materials

Brass

Antique English Iron Clock Dial Face Industrial Fully Working

$920

H 1.5 in Dm 12 in

Antique English Iron Clock Dial Face Industrial Fully Working

Located in Belper, Derbyshire

A lovely antique English iron clock dial dating from circa 1880. Reclaimed from the workshop of a crumbling works by our buyer, it bears the scars of a hard life. Beautifully patinat...

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19th Century English Industrial Antique Nautical Clocks

Materials

Iron

Victorian Mahogany Cased French Striking Mantel Clock

$2,660

H 10 in W 8.25 in D 5 in

Victorian Mahogany Cased French Striking Mantel Clock

Located in Norwich, GB

Mahogany mantel clock in a break arch case with brass columns to either side, brass inlay to the front and surmounted by four brass finials. Beautifully decorated brass bezel, ena...

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1870s French Victorian Antique Nautical Clocks

Materials

Mahogany

Trussel of Brighton Clock and Barometer

$6,000Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 8 in W 6.5 in D 4.5 in

Trussel of Brighton Clock and Barometer

Located in New York, NY

Handpicked by buyers Ann-Morris, Inc.

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Late 19th Century British Antique Nautical Clocks

Materials

Brass

Quality antique Victorian eight day mantle clock

$975

H 8.67 in W 11.82 in D 4.73 in

Quality antique Victorian eight day mantle clock

Located in Ipswich, GB

Quality antique Victorian eight day mantle clock having a quality antique Victorian black marble shaped eight day mantle clock with a black dial and gold numerals, a brass bezel and ...

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19th Century Victorian Antique Nautical Clocks

Materials

Marble

England Early 1900 Brass Galvanometer Antique Physic Measuring Instrument

$1,085

H 9.06 in Dm 5.91 in

England Early 1900 Brass Galvanometer Antique Physic Measuring Instrument

By Philip Harris Ltd.

Located in Milan, IT

Moving coil brass galvanometer with three-screw base, instrument signed Philip Harris Ltd Birmingham England n. 19402, made in the early 1900, a tool used as a detector of direct cur...

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Early 20th Century British Antique Nautical Clocks

Materials

Brass

English Mahogany Banjo Barometer. Circa 1830

$5,800

H 38 in W 10 in

English Mahogany Banjo Barometer. Circa 1830

Located in Charleston, SC

English mahogany banjo barometer with centered brass finial in scrolled pediment, glass encased thermometer, ebonized reeded mirror, original dial, and glass encased barometer gauges...

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19th Century British Antique Nautical Clocks

English Mahogany Prince of Wales Banjo Barometer, Circa 1820

$7,500

H 42 in W 12 in D 2 in

English Mahogany Prince of Wales Banjo Barometer, Circa 1820

Located in Charleston, SC

English mahogany four dial banjo barometer with broken arch pediment, steel engraved face with Prince of Wales motif, and original rotating bone dial. Barometer can be restored to wo...

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1820s English George III Antique Nautical Clocks

Materials

Steel

Mercury barometer with thermometer; made of Noble Wood - 19th century

$685Sale Price|50% Off

H 35.44 in W 5.91 in D 3.94 in

Mercury barometer with thermometer; made of Noble Wood - 19th century

Located in Porto, PT

Mercury barometer with thermometer; in Noble Wood - 19th century. English; 19th century; in Noble Wood. Marked 'Bolt Da Wlise'. Height: 90 cm.

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19th Century British Antique Nautical Clocks

Materials

Metal

19th Century Antique Industrial Wall Clock Face with Zinc Trim

$5,600

H 3 in Dm 57 in

19th Century Antique Industrial Wall Clock Face with Zinc Trim

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Epic industrial wall clock face with zinc trim and surround, enamel face with Roman numerals. Non-working, architectural element for unique decor. Dimensions: 57" diameter by 3.5" D...

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19th Century French Industrial Antique Nautical Clocks

Materials

Enamel

Quality Antique Victorian Walnut Desk Clock

$1,493

H 8.08 in W 10.44 in D 4.73 in

Quality Antique Victorian Walnut Desk Clock

Located in Suffolk, GB

Quality antique Victorian walnut desk clock having a quality attractive walnut and ebonised shaped case with a drum shaped clock flanked by carved scrolls on a moulded plinth, origin...

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19th Century European Antique Nautical Clocks

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Wooden Barometer Signed Burlinson Ripon Antique Instrument Weather

$2,513

H 40.56 in W 12.6 in D 1.97 in

19th Century Wooden Barometer Signed Burlinson Ripon Antique Instrument Weather

Located in Milan, IT

Wooden barometer signed Burlinson Ripon made in the mid 19th century. Silver-plated brass dial engraved with weather indications and the name of the manufacturer. The reading of the ...

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1850s British Antique Nautical Clocks

Materials

Wood

Vintage Industrial Cast Iron Smiths Factory Wall Clock, c.1930

$1,405Sale Price|23% Off

H 5.12 in Dm 13.39 in

Vintage Industrial Cast Iron Smiths Factory Wall Clock, c.1930

By Smiths English Clock Systems

Located in London, GB

Beautiful example of a cast iron factory wall clock made in England by Smiths. c.1930 Lesser seen than the iconic cast Gents of Leicester clock - made from a single piece of cast ...

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1930s English Industrial Antique Nautical Clocks

Materials

Iron

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$4,800 / set

H 21.75 in W 5.5 in D 5.5 in

Pair of Rock Crystal Quartz Obelisks

Located in New York, NY

A pair of rock crystal quartz obelisks with cast gilt brass base. Created by Phoenix Gallery NYC.

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21st Century and Contemporary Antique Nautical Clocks

Late Century Industrial Wall Mounted Striplight- Cage, Glass Cylinder, Led Tubes

$1,637 / item

H 37.41 in Dm 9.45 in

Late Century Industrial Wall Mounted Striplight- Cage, Glass Cylinder, Led Tubes

By Industrial Production

Located in Leicester, Leicestershire

Wittenberg wall-mounted German flame proof strip light. Original item salvaged from supertankers and military vessels then stripped and refinished in the UK. The original wirin...

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Late 20th Century German Antique Nautical Clocks

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Mid-Victorian Moorish wrought & cast iron pergola or decorative garden structure

$115,956

H 240 in W 552 in D 120 in

Mid-Victorian Moorish wrought & cast iron pergola or decorative garden structure

Located in London, GB

A monumental Moorish mid-Victorian wrought iron Pergola or Decorative Garden Structure, a unique masterpiece in High Victorian Ironwork design. Our research confirms it is French, da...

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Late 19th Century European Moorish Antique Nautical Clocks

Materials

Wrought Iron

Late 19th Century Sèvres Style Parcel-Gilt Porcelain Jardinière

$17,500

H 12 in W 15 in D 12 in

Late 19th Century Sèvres Style Parcel-Gilt Porcelain Jardinière

By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres

Located in Long Island City, NY

A late 19th century Sèvres style parcel-gilt porcelain jardinière Finely painted with numerous colored flowers with green and gold trim, gilt ram heads on either side. In late ...

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Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Nautical Clocks

Materials

Porcelain

Jaeger LeCoultre Gold-Plated Atmos Clock

$4,911

H 9 in W 8 in D 5.5 in

Jaeger LeCoultre Gold-Plated Atmos Clock

Located in Norwich, GB

Jaeger LeCoultre Gold-plated Atmos clock with round dial and Roman numerals. Ruby jewelled movement signed ‘Jaeger-Le-Coultre’ with oscillating pendulum. Outstanding enginee...

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1980s Swiss Other Antique Nautical Clocks

Materials

Gold Plate

19th Century Italian Marble Well Head

$135,000

H 31 in Dm 39 in

19th Century Italian Marble Well Head

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Very rare 19th c. Italian Marble Well Head signed by Professor Polizi, Firenze, Italy

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19th Century Italian Antique Nautical Clocks

Materials

Marble

Italian Art Deco White Parchment Vanity

$9,500

H 27.5 in W 30 in D 22 in

Italian Art Deco White Parchment Vanity

Located in Queens, NY

Italian Art Deco white parchment diminutive triangular form lady's vanity /dressing table with a drawer centered by 2 side drawers and 2 doors. Parchment is separating from the piece

Category

1930s Italian Art Deco Antique Nautical Clocks

Materials

Wood, Parchment Paper

Italian Baroque Rocking Chair by Pauly & Co., 19th Century Silver Leaf

$22,500

H 33 in W 26 in D 44 in

Italian Baroque Rocking Chair by Pauly & Co., 19th Century Silver Leaf

By Pauly & Co.

Located in Queens, NY

Italian Venetian Grotto (19th cent.) silver gilt rocker with carved seashell seat & back and seahorse sides (att: Pauly et Cie, Venice)

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19th Century Italian Baroque Antique Nautical Clocks

Materials

Silver Leaf

Architectural Garden Structure Large Victorian Wrought Iron Greenhouse

$34,277

H 138.98 in W 196.86 in D 236.23 in

Architectural Garden Structure Large Victorian Wrought Iron Greenhouse

Located in Marbella, ES

An impressive, large-format greenhouse crafted entirely from iron, featuring an elegant Victorian-inspired structure. It stands out for its meticulous architectural composition, with...

Category

2010s Antique Nautical Clocks

Materials

Iron

19th Century Victorian Tiled Cast Iron Fireplace Insert.

$1,773

H 38 in W 38 in D 5 in

19th Century Victorian Tiled Cast Iron Fireplace Insert.

Located in Edinburgh, GB

A Late 19th Century Victorian cast iron fireplace insert with its original tile set. A generous outer frame, with a raised cast border, two sets of hand painted tiles showing spring...

Category

1890s English Victorian Antique Nautical Clocks

Materials

Iron

Exceptional monumental Italian Renaissance dining room suite in carved walnut

$399,902 / set

H 137.8 in W 137.8 in D 137.8 in

Exceptional monumental Italian Renaissance dining room suite in carved walnut

Located in Vigonza, Padua

A remarkably complete late nineteenth-century dining-room ensemble conceived as a unified architectural interior, characterized by imposing proportions, elaborate carving and a sophi...

Category

19th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Nautical Clocks

Materials

Leather, Glass, Walnut

Émile Gallé "La Mer" Table Lamp

$75,000

H 21 in W 12 in D 9.5 in

Émile Gallé "La Mer" Table Lamp

By Émile Gallé

Located in New York, NY

This exquisite La mer lamp by Émile Gallé features twin shades modeled on the blooms of the crown imperial (Fritillaria imperialis), a golden lily long associated with sovereignty, h...

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Nautical Clocks

Materials

Wrought Iron

19th-Century Watch Winding Display Cabinet

$42,500

H 42.5 in W 49.57 in D 28.25 in

19th-Century Watch Winding Display Cabinet

Located in New Orleans, LA

This incredible, one-of-a-kind watch display cabinet brings together the beauty of an antique with the functionality of modern technology. Crafted of mahogany, this 19th century jewe...

Category

19th Century Unknown Empire Antique Nautical Clocks

Materials

Mahogany

Important Chinese Ancient Bronze Money Tree, 25BC-220AD

$100,000Sale Price|33% Off

H 62 in W 26 in D 26 in

Important Chinese Ancient Bronze Money Tree, 25BC-220AD

Located in South Burlington, VT

China, Ancient Bronze “Money Tree” Yaoqian Shu with original pottery base, Han dynasty (25 BCE – 220 CE) Dimensions: 155cm, 62 inches high A sculpted terracotta pottery base in the...

Category

15th Century and Earlier Chinese Han Antique Nautical Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Black Rivet Aircraft Bar Trolley

$7,986 / item

H 40.56 in W 11.86 in D 15.91 in

Black Rivet Aircraft Bar Trolley

Located in Paris, FR

Aircraft bar trolley black rivet, unique design riveted black integral. Trolley on wheels. Aircraft bar trolley Black Rivet, price: 6990,00€ With extras for the interior of the troll...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Antique Nautical Clocks

Materials

Stainless Steel

Model of the Schooner Yacht "America"

$4,194

H 33 in W 41 in D 13 in

Model of the Schooner Yacht "America"

Located in Norwell, MA

Fine, scale model of the schooner yacht “America”, the first winner of the America’s Cup. Copper sheathed below the waterline. Mahogany deck, linen sails. Mounted into a brass displa...

Category

20th Century Antique Nautical Clocks

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Antique Nautical Clocks For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of antique nautical clocks is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique antique nautical clocks was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, brass and bronze. Antique nautical clocks have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Antique nautical clocks bearing Victorian or Industrial hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Seth Thomas Clock Company, Chelsea Clock and Howell James & Co. each produced beautiful antique nautical clocks that are worth considering.

How Much are Antique Nautical Clocks?

Antique nautical clocks can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $2,333, while the lowest priced sells for $1,167 and the highest can go for as much as $30,668.

Questions About Antique Nautical Clocks

What is a nautical clock?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A nautical clock, also known as a marine chronometer, is a timepiece found on ships. The clock dictates a ship’s position by celestial navigation and keeps the current time in comparison to GMT. Browse a wide range of nautical memorabilia, including clocks, on 1stDibs.
How do I tell if a clock is an antique French clock?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Check the clock for a manufacturer’s mark or label. Once you have this, you should be able to look up the clock’s brand to see if it is French in origin. A clock is considered antique once it is 100 years old. A professional can also help verify the origin of your clock. Shop an array of expertly vetted antique clocks on 1stDibs.
How do I identify my antique clock?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
To identify your antique clock, search for markings on the back of its movement or case. Once you have located these marks, use trusted online resources to determine who the maker is. From there, you can continue your research to learn more about your clock's age, style and other characteristics. An expert appraiser or antiques dealer can also assist you with identification. Find a wide range of antique clocks on 1stDibs.
What is an antique bracket clock?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
An antique bracket clock refers to a portable spring-driven pendulum table clock created in the 17th and 18th centuries. These clocks were equipped with convenient carrying handles and were housed usually in rectangular cases. Shop a collection of antique and vintage bracket clocks from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
How can I spot an antique clock?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
To spot whether or not a clock is antique, note if the clockmaker’s name or company is engraved near the center face of the dial. A paper label may also be pasted on the back of the clock. You can shop a collection of expertly vetted antique clocks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
How do I know if my antique clock is valuable?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
To know if an antique clock is valuable, you'll typically need to have the piece assessed by a certified appraiser or an experienced antiques dealer. The maker and style of the clock will help determine its value (an early American clockmaker’s antique grandfather model, featuring an oak case and decorative carvings, may be very interesting to collectors, for example). Overall condition of your clock also plays a role. Generally, clocks that still work are worth more than those that require repairs. On 1stDibs, find a selection of antique, vintage and modern clocks.
Are old antique clocks worth anything?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024
Yes, some old antique clocks may be worth something. Many collectors look for clocks produced by certain manufacturers, such as the Ansonia Clock Company, the Seth Thomas Clock Company, Jaeger-LeCoultre and the Chelsea Clock Company. In addition to the maker, the type, materials, style and condition of the clock influence its value. Generally, clocks that remain in good working order are worth more than those in need of repairs and restorations. To find out how much your clock may be worth, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of antique clocks.