About the Seth Thomas “Harvard” Clock
The Seth Thomas “Harvard” clock, part of their esteemed College Series, was produced around 1900. This particular model showcases an oak cased design that stands at 23 inches high, featuring a clean and intact construction with minimal veneer chips. The original glass, pendulum, dial, hands, dial rings, door latch, and gong are all present. The clock’s 8-day movement operates smoothly, striking half hours and hours on a Cathedral gong. A significant portion of the label remains affixed to the back, bearing the Ly-Seth Thomas No. 2262 identifier (Fact 1).
Another variation of the “Harvard” College Series clock, also from around 1900, features a walnut case that has been cleaned. The 8-day movement strikes on a coil gong, and an alarm system activates a brass bell. Although the dial paper is original, the hands may not be, and there are no labels present (Fact 2).
A third version of this clock, marketed as a kitchen clock, boasts an oak construction with an 8-day movement that strikes on a wire bell. The alarm sounds on a bell, and the dial is signed. This model lacks a label and has undergone cleaning without any finish or polish being applied (Fact 3).
Lastly, a Seth Thomas walnut “Harvard” College Series clock with an 8-day T&S movement, half strike, and wire gong is notable for its stenciled door adorned with a medallion and decorative elements. A partial label can be found inside the clock, and the clock is currently operational (Fact 4). It’s worth mentioning that this specific model has undergone refinishing, and new dial, hands, and tablet have
Auction Records and Price History
The following 4 auction record(s) show actual sale prices for the Seth Thomas “Harvard” model clock. Prices vary based on condition, originality, and current market demand. Search for more records on AntiqueClocksPriceGuide.com.
Seth Thomas Clock Co. oak cased clock, one of the College Series, the “Harvard”, ca 1900.
There were several of the College Series clocks in this collection, and this one is perhaps the nicest. The 23″ high oak case is clean and complete, has no repairs or breaks on the pointed edges. There are 2-3 small veneer chips but overall very nice. Original glass, pendulum, dial, hands, dial rings, door latch, and gong. The 8 day movement is running and striking half hours and hours on the Cathedral gong. Most of a label is still on the back. Ly-Seth Thomas No. 2262.
Sold: $162 | Date: 7/31/2010 | Source: Horton’s Antique Clocks
Seth Thomas Clock Co. another clock in their College Series, this one is the “Harvard”, ca 1900.
Very similar to No. 618, same glass, pendulum, gong, alarm system, dial rings, etc. The dial paper is original, hands probably are, but there are no labels. Good 23″ walnut case, has been cleaned. 8 day movement is running and striking the coil gong. Alarm strikes a brass bell. Ly-Seth Thomas No. 2262.
Sold: $150 | Date: 7/31/2010 | Source: Horton’s Antique Clocks
Seth Thomas Clock Co. kitchen clock, one of their College Series, this one is, “College Harvard – 1900”.
As far as I know there were six models in this series; this one being made of oak, with an 8 day, half hour strike movement, striking on a wire bell, and has a 6″ paper dial. This model has an alarm that sounds on a bell. The pendulums are all the same, dials are signed, hands are the same, and should have a label on the back. This clock has no label, has been cleaned and no finish or polish put back on, appears very dry. It has a good original glass, and everything else is original so you have that going for you when you begin restoration. Ly-Seth Thomas No. 2262.
Sold: $0 unsold | Date: 7/31/2010 | Source: Horton’s Antique Clocks
Seth Thomas Walnut “Harvard” College Series Clock
With an 8 day T&S, 1/2 strike and wire gong movement and a signed paper dial. The door is stenciled with a medallion and laurel leaves and shells. There is a partial label inside the clock. There is a sunburst pendulum with the clock. The clock is running and striking at this time. (The case is refinished. There is a new dial, hands and tablet on the clock. There is no key.) 23″ Tall
Sold: $100 | Date: Oct 05, 2013 | Source: Tom Harris