What is a chime on a clock?

The chime on a clock is the tune that it plays at specific time intervals. A clock may chime on the hour, or more frequently to mark shorter time increments. Shop for a variety of clocks from top sellers on 1stDibs.

What do the chimes on a clock mean?

The meaning of the chimes on a clock relates to time. At specific intervals, the chimes play a melody to let you know how much time has passed. Depending on the design, clock chimes may sound every 15, 30 or 60 minutes. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique and vintage clocks.

What makes a clock chime?

A mechanical process is what makes a clock chime. The music roll pulls back a chime hammer, which then returns to its original position and hits a chime rod, or in certain cases, a steel tuned tube, as it rotates. The majority of chiming, weight-driven mechanical grandfather clocks have 12 hammers and rods. Find a collection of antique and vintage clocks on 1stDibs today.

What is a Westminster chime clock?

A Westminster chime clock features a quartz clock movement, which electronically plays the “Westminster Quarters” / “Westminster Chimes” melody on the hour mark. A Westminster chime clock also plays a progressive melody to mark every quarter-hour. Westminster chime clocks are considered classic and timeless furnishings, made using high-quality wood and metals. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage Westminster chime clocks.

How does a Westminster chime clock work?

A Westminster chime clock uses quartz movement to work the gears, to move pendulums and to play the popular melody everyone is fond of. The quartz movement electronically plays the melody that can be set to play on the hour, half an hour and quarter hour if desired. Find a wide range of antique, new and vintage clocks on 1stDibs.

How do I fix a chime on a mantel clock?

To fix the chime on a mantel clock, take it to an experienced clock repair shop. A professional will have the knowledge and tools necessary to diagnose the problem with the chimes and make the necessary repairs. You'll find a range of mantel clocks on 1stDibs.

How do I get my grandfather clock to chime correctly?

To get your grandfather clock to chime correctly, you must wait until the next hour count and note how many hours the clock chimes and then move the hour hand to the hour the clock chimed. Then you can reset the clock to the proper time.

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Tiffany & Co. Bronze Clock Ensemble, E. Colin & Cie

$35,000

Tiffany & Co. Bronze Clock Ensemble, E. Colin & Cie

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Bronx, NY

fish. Complimenting this key wind clock with bell chime movement centerpiece is a pair of flamboyant

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Materials

Bronze, Enamel

Thwaites & Reed Mahogany & Brass Wall Clock, Late Victorian, 1890s

$3,225

Thwaites & Reed Mahogany & Brass Wall Clock, Late Victorian, 1890s

Located in London, GB

. The clock is wound with the original key and has a lovely deep tick tock (no chime). The diameter of

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Antique Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Wall Clocks

Materials

Brass

Biedermeier Wall Clock, Rosewood Veneer, Antique, Europe, 19th Century

$2,080Sale Price|20% Off

Biedermeier Wall Clock, Rosewood Veneer, Antique, Europe, 19th Century

Located in Opole, PL

movement, professionally inspected and in full working order. The clock chimes on the half-hour and the

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Antique French Ormolu & Sevres Porcelain 3 Piece Clock Candelabra Garniture 1870

$12,500

Antique French Ormolu & Sevres Porcelain 3 Piece Clock Candelabra Garniture 1870

By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres, Brocot & Delettrez, F. Barbedienne Foundry

Located in Portland, OR

the other for a chime, the clock chimes the hours on a soft delicate sounding bell, the clock is in

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Materials

Ormolu

19C French Mantle Clock with Candelabra Garnitures by J. Marti (Paris)

$7,800 / set

19C French Mantle Clock with Candelabra Garnitures by J. Marti (Paris)

By Marti

Located in Dallas, TX

chime. Beneath the clock face, there are again floral bouquets, with a glorious central bronze lion’s

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Materials

Slate, Brass, Bronze

French 19th Century Napoleon III Mother of Pearl Inlay Wall Clock

$950

French 19th Century Napoleon III Mother of Pearl Inlay Wall Clock

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

chimes on the hour, 5 minutes after the hour, and once on the half hour. This clock has a very short

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Wall Clocks

Materials

Brass

Rare Antique Georgian Flame Mahogany Twin Fusee Bracket Mantel Shelf Clock 16"

$2,100Sale Price|30% Off

Rare Antique Georgian Flame Mahogany Twin Fusee Bracket Mantel Shelf Clock 16"

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique 19th century Georgian, key wind, double / twin fusee bracket clock with pull chime cord

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Enamel

French 19th Century Napoleon III Mother-of-Pearl Inlay Wall Clock

$850

French 19th Century Napoleon III Mother-of-Pearl Inlay Wall Clock

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

face has hand-painted Roman numerals. The clock chimes the hour, and once on the half hour. We believe

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Wall Clocks

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Mahogany, Hardwood, Porcelain

Bronze Sconce Wall or Cartel Clock. Lerolle Freres, Paris, Rare, Unusual

$4,800

Bronze Sconce Wall or Cartel Clock. Lerolle Freres, Paris, Rare, Unusual

By Lerolle Freres

Located in Stamford, CT

. This clock is chiming however we are not sure if it is in working order therefore, clocks are sold as

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Antique Early 1900s French Louis XV Wall Clocks

Materials

Bronze, Steel

Pure Art Deco, Marvelous Design & Warm Color Nutwood Mantle / Desk / Table Clock

$2,304

Pure Art Deco, Marvelous Design & Warm Color Nutwood Mantle / Desk / Table Clock

Located in Lisse, NL

eight day clock mechanism, a chime mechanism that strikes every quarter and a four hammers gong

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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Mantel Clocks

Materials

Brass

French 19C Japy Freres & Red Sevres Porcelain Mantle Clock with Garniture Set

$12,000 / set

French 19C Japy Freres & Red Sevres Porcelain Mantle Clock with Garniture Set

By Phillipe Mourey, Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres, Japy Frères

Located in Dallas, TX

holes … one for the pendulum movement and the other for the striking chime/ring. Unlike British clocks

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Antique 19th Century French Rococo Revival Mantel Clocks

Materials

Ormolu

John Pearson Style of, an Arts & Crafts Copper Wall Clock with Repousse Flowers

$1,909

John Pearson Style of, an Arts & Crafts Copper Wall Clock with Repousse Flowers

By John Pearson

Located in London, GB

An Arts & Crafts copper chiming wall clock in the style of John Pearson with hand formed stylised

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Antique Early 1900s British Arts and Crafts Wall Clocks

Materials

Copper

Art Deco Pink Marble Set of Mantle, Desk or Chapel Clock with Bronze Details

$2,080Sale Price / set|20% Off

Art Deco Pink Marble Set of Mantle, Desk or Chapel Clock with Bronze Details

Located in Miami, FL

perfectly working Art Deco clock with a chime. If you are looking for a great shape and excellent

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble, Bronze

19th c. French Morbier Clock or Comtoise Mouvement

$850

19th c. French Morbier Clock or Comtoise Mouvement

Located in Winter Park, FL

been professionally cleaned and is in working condition. 7 day clock. Chimes on the hour and two

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Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Grandfather Clocks an...

Materials

Brass

19th c. French Morbier Clock or Comtoise Mouvement

$1,000

19th c. French Morbier Clock or Comtoise Mouvement

Located in Winter Park, FL

professionally cleaned and is in working condition. 7 day clock. Chimes on the hour and two minutes after and

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Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Grandfather Clocks an...

Materials

Brass

19th c. French Morbier Clock or Comtoise Mouvement

$850

19th c. French Morbier Clock or Comtoise Mouvement

Located in Winter Park, FL

. Movement is in working condition. 7 day clock. Chimes on the hour and two minutes after and once on the

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Brass

Howard Miller “Richmond” Grandfather Clock — Model 610-796

$3,430

Howard Miller “Richmond” Grandfather Clock — Model 610-796

Located in Omaha, NE

cable-driven movement with triple chime, including Westminster. The clock has been serviced every 4–6

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Late 20th Century American American Classical Grandfather Clocks and Lon...

Materials

Brass

19th Century Long-Case Grandfather Clock, Sweden

$6,740

19th Century Long-Case Grandfather Clock, Sweden

Located in Atlanta, GA

. The clock would then chime (the chime can be turned off even though the sound is quite delightful). A

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Antique 19th Century Swedish Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Wood

19th c. French Morbier Clock or Comtoise Mouvement

$950

19th c. French Morbier Clock or Comtoise Mouvement

Located in Winter Park, FL

. Movement has been professionally cleaned and oiled and it is in working condition. 7 day clock. Chimes on

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Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Grandfather Clocks an...

Materials

Brass

1960's Vintage Mid Century Modern Lucite Grandfather Clock

$7,900Sale Price|20% Off

1960's Vintage Mid Century Modern Lucite Grandfather Clock

Located in Opa Locka, FL

Stunning 1960's Opulent Lucite mid Century Modern Grandfather Clock. Designer Showpiece! Chimes

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Materials

Lucite

Carved Swiss Black Forest Chalet Clock, circa 1880

$22,995

Carved Swiss Black Forest Chalet Clock, circa 1880

Located in Evergreen, CO

chalet clock, which has professionally restored woodwork. If you look closely at the chalet, you will see

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Antique 1880s Swiss Black Forest Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Walnut

Modernist Rietveld style standing clock by Interclock, Belgium 1980s

$1,772

Modernist Rietveld style standing clock by Interclock, Belgium 1980s

By Frank Lloyd Wright, Gerrit Rietveld

Located in ECHT, NL

perfectly and is still accurate. The clock chimes on the half hour and complete hour. The clocks surrounding

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Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel

Chippendale Style Mahogany Grandmother Clock, Late 19th Century

$7,908

Chippendale Style Mahogany Grandmother Clock, Late 19th Century

By Thomas Chippendale

Located in Brighton, Sussex

three train clock movement that chimes on the hour and half hour. Gothic influenced carving to the

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Materials

Mahogany

Amsterdam grandfather clock with ship automaton Nicolaas Weylandt circa 1745

$25,410

Amsterdam grandfather clock with ship automaton Nicolaas Weylandt circa 1745

By Nicolaas Weylandt

Located in Münster, DE

marked Amsterdam. Weekly movement with hour and half-hour chime on bell. Clock and automaton are fully

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Materials

Brass, Iron

Antique Mora Clock Swedish Gold Black Early 1800s Chinoiserie Painted Original

$9,497Sale Price|30% Off

Antique Mora Clock Swedish Gold Black Early 1800s Chinoiserie Painted Original

Located in Lewes, England

clocks of this age as you can see clearly in the photos. We will fit a battery chiming mechanism to the

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Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Grandfather Clocks and Long...

Materials

Wood

Swedish 19th Century Painted Wood Floor Clock--White & Light Green

$5,845

Swedish 19th Century Painted Wood Floor Clock--White & Light Green

Located in Atlanta, GA

, similar in style. The clock would then chime (the chime can be turned off even though the sound is quite

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Antique 19th Century Swedish Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Wood

Mason & Sullivan West German Oak Pillar & Scroll Shelf Mantel Clock 31"

$297Sale Price|30% Off

Mason & Sullivan West German Oak Pillar & Scroll Shelf Mantel Clock 31"

Located in Dayton, OH

Mid to late 20th century Mason & Sullivan pillar and scroll style, chiming, key wound mantel

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20th Century American Federal Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Glass

French Art Deco Clock & Garniture by H Molins-Balleste & Tahou, Lourdes

$2,635 / set

French Art Deco Clock & Garniture by H Molins-Balleste & Tahou, Lourdes

Located in SAINTE-COLOMBE, FR

. The highly stylised numerals are set onto a gilt dial. The clock chimes on the hour and half hour

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Onyx, Marble, Brass, Steel, Pewter

19th C. Swedish Clock w/Original Metal Face, Movement, & Color

$6,300

19th C. Swedish Clock w/Original Metal Face, Movement, & Color

Located in Atlanta, GA

changed to black hands, but similar in style. The clock would then chime (the chime can be turned off even

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Antique 19th Century Swedish Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Wood

19th Century Swedish Wood Floor Clock with Lovely Carved Dentil Accents

$6,930

19th Century Swedish Wood Floor Clock with Lovely Carved Dentil Accents

Located in Atlanta, GA

black hands, similar in style. The clock would then chime (the chime can be turned off even though the

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Antique 19th Century Swedish Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Metal

18th C. Swedish Wood Clock with Linear Profile and Triangular Crest

$5,113

18th C. Swedish Wood Clock with Linear Profile and Triangular Crest

Located in Atlanta, GA

they would be changed to black hands, similar in style. The clock would then chime (the chime can be

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Antique 18th Century Swedish Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Wood

Fryksdahl Swedish Clock from Värmland, 19th Century with Nicely Carved Crest

$5,830

Fryksdahl Swedish Clock from Värmland, 19th Century with Nicely Carved Crest

Located in Atlanta, GA

changed to black hands, similar in style. The clock would then chime (the chime can be turned off even

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Antique 19th Century Swedish Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Wood

Swedish Long-Case 19th Century Clock with Original Face and Movement

$6,440

Swedish Long-Case 19th Century Clock with Original Face and Movement

Located in Atlanta, GA

, so they would be changed to black hands, similar in style. The clock would then chime (the chime can

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Antique 19th Century Swedish Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Wood

18th C. Swedish Mora Floor Clock with Unique Square-Shaped Head

$5,512

18th C. Swedish Mora Floor Clock with Unique Square-Shaped Head

Located in Atlanta, GA

black hands, similar in style. The clock would then chime (the chime can be turned off even though the

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Antique 18th Century Swedish Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Wood

Northern Swedish Floor Clock with Nicely Carved Accents, Early 19th Century

$6,460

Northern Swedish Floor Clock with Nicely Carved Accents, Early 19th Century

Located in Atlanta, GA

movement, so they would be changed to black hands, similar in style. The clock would then chime (the chime

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Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Glass, Wood

19th Century Swedish Painted Wood Longcase / Floor Clock with Scraped Finish

$6,300

19th Century Swedish Painted Wood Longcase / Floor Clock with Scraped Finish

Located in Atlanta, GA

, so they would be changed to black hands, similar in style. The clock would then chime (the chime can

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Antique 19th Century Swedish Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Wood

19th Century Swedish Painted Wood Floor Clock, Soft with Minimal Embellishments

$5,620

19th Century Swedish Painted Wood Floor Clock, Soft with Minimal Embellishments

Located in Atlanta, GA

A 19th century Swedish floor clock. This antique clock from Sweden is simple and unassuming with

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Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Grandfather Clocks and Longcase C...

Materials

Metal

Antique 8 Day Tall Case Grandfather Clock Automaton Andrew Rich Bridgewater 1820

$3,995

Antique 8 Day Tall Case Grandfather Clock Automaton Andrew Rich Bridgewater 1820

Located in Portland, OR

mellow sounding bell, the clock chime can be silenced by not winding the chime arbor, original pendulum

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Antique 1820s English Georgian Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Mahogany, Satinwood

19th Century Swedish Mora Clock with Scalloped Crown and Teardrop Belly

$5,796

19th Century Swedish Mora Clock with Scalloped Crown and Teardrop Belly

Located in Atlanta, GA

to black hands, similar in style. The clock would then chime (the chime can be turned off even though

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Antique 19th Century Swedish Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Wood

19th Century Northern Swedish Painted Wood Floor Clock with Unique Crest

$6,940

19th Century Northern Swedish Painted Wood Floor Clock with Unique Crest

Located in Atlanta, GA

clock would then chime (the chime can be turned off even though the sound is quite delightful. A

Category

Antique 19th Century Swedish Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Metal

19th C. Swedish Grandfather Clock with it's Original Face & Warm Color Palette

$6,460

19th C. Swedish Grandfather Clock with it's Original Face & Warm Color Palette

Located in Atlanta, GA

black hands, similar in style. The clock would then chime (the chime can be turned off even though the

Category

Antique 19th Century Swedish Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Glass, Wood

Antique Georgian Scottish Orkney Island Tall Case 8 day Grandfather Clock 1810

$4,495

Antique Georgian Scottish Orkney Island Tall Case 8 day Grandfather Clock 1810

Located in Portland, OR

calendar ring and also a seconds dial, the twin winding arbors are for time & strike, the clock chimes the

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Antique 1810s Scottish Georgian Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Brass

Swedish Mora Grandfather Clock w/Original Metal Face & Movement, Circa 1830's

$5,760

Swedish Mora Grandfather Clock w/Original Metal Face & Movement, Circa 1830's

Located in Atlanta, GA

. The clock would then chime (the chime can be turned off even though the sound is quite delightful). A

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Antique 19th Century Swedish Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Metal

18th Century Swedish Painted Wood Clock with Scalloped Base and Original Paint

$13,088

18th Century Swedish Painted Wood Clock with Scalloped Base and Original Paint

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Swedish 18th century clock with original paint and delicately carved crest. This clock retains

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Antique 18th Century Swedish Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Wood

Swedish Early 19th C. Fryksdahl Floor Clock 'W/ Original Metal Face & Movement'

$6,440

Swedish Early 19th C. Fryksdahl Floor Clock 'W/ Original Metal Face & Movement'

Located in Atlanta, GA

in style. The clock would then chime (the chime can be turned off even though the sound is quite

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Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Wood

Swedish 19th C. Floor Clock w/Column Body, Faux Marbling & Architectural Bonnet

$6,037

Swedish 19th C. Floor Clock w/Column Body, Faux Marbling & Architectural Bonnet

Located in Atlanta, GA

, so they would be changed to black hands, similar in style. The clock would then chime (the chime can

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Antique 19th Century Swedish Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Plaster, Wood

A Swedish Fryksdahl Clock Circa 1831 w/ Reed Textured Belly & Swag Carved Apron

$6,079

A Swedish Fryksdahl Clock Circa 1831 w/ Reed Textured Belly & Swag Carved Apron

Located in Atlanta, GA

A 19th century Swedish Fryksdahl clock. This Swedish clock features a lovely carved crest with

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Antique 19th Century Swedish Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Glass, Wood

Swedish 19th C. Mora Longcase Clock w/it's Original Metal Face, Hands & Movement

$5,528

Swedish 19th C. Mora Longcase Clock w/it's Original Metal Face, Hands & Movement

Located in Atlanta, GA

. The clock would then chime (the chime can be turned off even though the sound is quite delightful.) A

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Antique 19th Century Swedish Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Glass, Wood

A Swedish 19th C. Long-Case or Floor Clock w/ Beautifully Exaggerated Crown

$6,930

A Swedish 19th C. Long-Case or Floor Clock w/ Beautifully Exaggerated Crown

Located in Atlanta, GA

, so they would be changed to black hands, similar in style. The clock would then chime (the chime can

Category

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Materials

Glass, Wood

Exquisite Swedish 19th Century Clock with Carved Crest and Volutes on the Base

$5,512

Exquisite Swedish 19th Century Clock with Carved Crest and Volutes on the Base

Located in Atlanta, GA

An exquisite Swedish 19th century floor clock with carved crest topped with a ball. This clock

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Glass, Wood

19th Century Mora Floor Clock from Sweden, Scraped Finish w/Subtle Gold Accent

$6,160

19th Century Mora Floor Clock from Sweden, Scraped Finish w/Subtle Gold Accent

Located in Atlanta, GA

, so they would be changed to black hands, similar in style. The clock would then chime (the chime can

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Materials

Glass, Wood

Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Chiming Repeater Clock from 1899

$10,874

Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Chiming Repeater Clock from 1899

By Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co. Ltd.

Located in London, London

by the bed at night, when the button on the top of the clock is pressed it chimes the last hour. The

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Antique 1890s English Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

French Walnut Buffet Sideboard With a Clock, Circa 1770

$37,500

French Walnut Buffet Sideboard With a Clock, Circa 1770

Located in Palm Desert, CA

buffet has a clock that chimes and multiple racks. The clock chimes 5 minutes before the hour so the

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Antique 18th Century Sideboards

Materials

Walnut

English Bracket Clock of Walnut in the Egyptian Style

$12,953

English Bracket Clock of Walnut in the Egyptian Style

By John Bennett

Located in London, GB

A quarter chiming bracket clock. The walnut case, of architectural form, is supported on the

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Antique 19th Century English Egyptian Revival Wall Brackets

Materials

Walnut

Monumental Inlaid Mahogany Edwardian Tall Chime Clock, England, circa 1900

Unavailable|~~$53,000~~

Monumental Inlaid Mahogany Edwardian Tall Chime Clock, England, circa 1900

Located in Providence, RI

This clock is a tour de force with fabulous inlay throughout. The base is its own composition with

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Wood

Antique Mid 19th Century Marble Empire Chime Mantel Clock

Unavailable|~~$695~~

Antique Mid 19th Century Marble Empire Chime Mantel Clock

Located in Charlotte, NC

An antique Empire style marble chime mantel clock, unbranded. White marble encasing the clock works

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Marble, Brass, Metal

Chiming Tower Clock

Unavailable|~~$2,100~~

Chiming Tower Clock

By Voila Studio

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A functional clock sculpture made from vintage clock mechanisms and various idiosyncratic treasures

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Chiming Clock For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the chiming clock you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, metal and mahogany, every chiming clock was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer chiming clock, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A chiming clock, designed in the Art Deco, Mid-Century Modern or Georgian style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made chiming clock over the years, but those crafted by Viennese Manufactory, Walter Durfee and Arthur Umanoff are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Chiming Clock?

Prices for a chiming clock can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $325 and can go as high as $53,000, while the average can fetch as much as $5,014.

Finding the Right Clocks for You

A sophisticated clock design, whether it’s a desk clock, mantel clock or large wall clock for your living room, is a decorative object to be admired in your home as much as it is a necessary functional element. This is part of the reason clocks make such superb collectibles. Given the versatility of these treasured fixtures — they’ve long been made in a range of shapes, sizes and styles — a clock can prove integral to your own particular interior decor.

Antique and vintage clocks can whisk us back to the 18th and 19th centuries. When most people think of antique clocks, they imagine an Art Deco Bakelite tabletop clock or wall clock, named for the revolutionary synthetic plastic, Bakelite, of which they’re made, or a stately antique grandfather clock. But the art of clock-making goes way back, transcending continents and encompassing an entire range of design styles and technologies. In short, there are many kinds of clocks depending on your needs.

A variety of wall clocks can be found on 1stDibs. A large antique hand-carved walnut wall clock is best suited to a big room and a flat background given what will likely be outwardly sculptural features, while Georgian grandfather clocks, or longcase clocks, will help welcome rainswept guests into your entryway or foyer. An interactive cuckoo clock, large or small, is guaranteed to bring outsize personality to your living room or dining room. For conversation pieces of a similar breed, mid-century modern enthusiasts go for the curious Ball clock, the first of more than 150 clock models conceived in the studio of legendary architect and designer George Nelson.

Minimalist contemporary clocks and books pair nicely on a shelf, but an eye-catching vintage mantel clock can add balance to your home library while drawing attention to your art and design books and other decorative objects. Ormolu clocks dating from the Louis XVI period, designed in the neoclassical style, are often profusely ornate, featuring architectural flourishes and rich naturalistic details. Rococo-style mantel clocks of Meissen porcelain or porcelain originating from manufacturers in cities such as Limoges, France, during the 18th and 19th centuries, exude an air of imperial elegance on your shelves or side tables and can help give your desk a 19th-century upgrade.

On 1stDibs, find a range of extraordinary antique and vintage clocks today.

Questions About Chiming Clock

What is a chime on a clock?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The chime on a clock is the tune that it plays at specific time intervals. A clock may chime on the hour, or more frequently to mark shorter time increments. Shop for a variety of clocks from top sellers on 1stDibs.
What do the chimes on a clock mean?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
The meaning of the chimes on a clock relates to time. At specific intervals, the chimes play a melody to let you know how much time has passed. Depending on the design, clock chimes may sound every 15, 30 or 60 minutes. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique and vintage clocks.
What makes a clock chime?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
A mechanical process is what makes a clock chime. The music roll pulls back a chime hammer, which then returns to its original position and hits a chime rod, or in certain cases, a steel tuned tube, as it rotates. The majority of chiming, weight-driven mechanical grandfather clocks have 12 hammers and rods. Find a collection of antique and vintage clocks on 1stDibs today.
What is a Westminster chime clock?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
A Westminster chime clock features a quartz clock movement, which electronically plays the “Westminster Quarters” / “Westminster Chimes” melody on the hour mark. A Westminster chime clock also plays a progressive melody to mark every quarter-hour. Westminster chime clocks are considered classic and timeless furnishings, made using high-quality wood and metals. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage Westminster chime clocks.
How does a Westminster chime clock work?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
A Westminster chime clock uses quartz movement to work the gears, to move pendulums and to play the popular melody everyone is fond of. The quartz movement electronically plays the melody that can be set to play on the hour, half an hour and quarter hour if desired. Find a wide range of antique, new and vintage clocks on 1stDibs.
How do I fix a chime on a mantel clock?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
To fix the chime on a mantel clock, take it to an experienced clock repair shop. A professional will have the knowledge and tools necessary to diagnose the problem with the chimes and make the necessary repairs. You'll find a range of mantel clocks on 1stDibs.
How do I get my grandfather clock to chime correctly?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
To get your grandfather clock to chime correctly, you must wait until the next hour count and note how many hours the clock chimes and then move the hour hand to the hour the clock chimed. Then you can reset the clock to the proper time.
1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
You can get your grandfather clock to chime correctly in a few easy steps. Firstly, wait for the next hour to chime on the clock. After that, count how many hours your grandfather clock chimes. With your finger, move the hour hand to the number of the hour count, and reset the time clock to the correct time. If you don’t feel confident in trying this by yourself, get in touch with an antiques appraiser or related professional for help. Find a variety of grandfather clocks on 1stDibs.