Rare novelty clock, "Dewey - Manila - 1898", all signed on the front of this cast brass case. It stands 10" high, in good clean condition, little if any wear. — Antique Clocks Price Guide

Name: Rare novelty clock, "Dewey - Manila - 1898", all signed on the front of this cast brass case. It stands 10" high, in good clean condition, little if any wear.
Brand: Waterbury Clock Co
Price: 330 USD
Availability: Discontinued

Model: Dewey Manila

Shelf or Mantel Novelty Waterbury Clock Co United States auction

Price Record

Sale date 7/31/2010

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Maker Waterbury Clock Co
Model Dewey Manila
Type Shelf or Mantel Novelty
Country United States
Price type auction
Date 7/31/2010
Source Horton's Antique Clocks

Description

Also cast onto the case is a bust of Dewey at the top and cannons, cannon balls, rifle, sword, and anchor, at the bottom. Excellent dial, hands, and tin can movement. The clock is time only, winds and sets on the back. I suspect it is an 8 day movement.

Record courtesy of Horton's Antique Clocks