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Ansonia Mantel Clocks

Ansonia mantel clocks have been around for over 100 years. All you need to do is to look at just one of the clocks to see the detailed workmanship to appreciation them. The clock maker came up with so many different styles to fit the individuals taste and it is obvious they have achieved this. I myself have a hard time deciding which clock fits me the best, they are some of the most beautiful clocks I have ever seen. Before you make a final choice make sure you not only read the history about Ansonia clocks, but make sure you take your time in picking out the one that suits your personality as well as your taste.

The Ansonia Clock Companystarted designing mantel clocks in the 1800's in Connecticut. You will find some of the clocks will have Connecticut written on the back of the movement, this means the clock was made before 1880, if the clock reads New York it was made after 1880. All of the movements in the clocks are brass, remember the reason Mr. Phelps started the clock company was to create more business for his brass company. If you look on some of the faces of the clocks you will see a triangle shape with a box shape inside with the letter “A” inside the box shape which was the trade mark for Ansonia. Some of the other clocks manufactured by Ansonia Clock Company will have New York, United States of America written on their faces. These are some important identifying marks when purchasing an Ansonia clock.

This famous clock company made over 440 different models in the early 1900's. They were also responsible for the design of the famous novelty clocks, as well as designing the non-jeweled watch which the company estimates they produced over 10 million by 1929. As far as the mantel clocks go Ansonia has some of the better designs out there. The materials used for Ansonia clock cases include; marble, brass, glass, iron, wood and porcelain. Ansonia worked with every material available to design clocks which would personally fit your taste. I truly believe they accomplished their mission.

When trying to find the clock that will fit you, remember they come in all sizes, some of the clocks are less than 10 inches in height while others are well over two feet tall. They are made to sit on your bureau or night stand as well as your living room mantel. They even made a mantel clocks for your kitchen. The faces on the clocks are porcelain as well as paper. You will find that most of the mantel clocks are 8 day clocks that feature an on the hour chime as well as a half hour chime. Most of the clocks also have the feature at the top of the dial where you are able to fine tune them with a key.

Whether you are just looking for a special gift or considering treating yourself to one of these treasured heirlooms to pass down from generation to generation, Ansonia mantel clocks have a measurable difference about them that your loved ones will cherish forever. Find the perfect mantel clock.for your room.