About the Seth Thomas “Office Calendar No. 4” Clock
Title: Seth Thomas “Office Calendar No. 4” Clock Model: A Collector’s Guide
The Seth Thomas “Office Calendar No. 4” clock is a noteworthy mantel clock model, designed primarily for indoor placement on a shelf or tabletop rather than mounted on a wall. This model, produced between the late 19th and early 20th centuries, embodies the essence of American craftsmanship and innovation during that era.
The Office Calendar No. 4 clock is characterized by its robust construction, typically crafted from high-quality hardwoods such as mahogany or walnut, with intricate brass detailing on the dial, weights, and pendulum. The design often features a rectangular shape, with a slim profile that makes it an attractive addition to any decor.
This model is highly collectible due to its combination of functionality and aesthetic appeal. The Office Calendar No. 4 not only serves as a timekeeper but also includes a calendar display, making it a versatile and practical antique. Its unique feature of having four calendars (one for each month) on a single dial is a testament to the ingenuity of the Seth Thomas Clock Company.
Notable features include the ornate brass bezel surrounding the dial, often adorned with intricate floral or geometric designs. The pendulum, another striking element, is often made of brass and terminates in a spherical bob. The calendar mechanism, while complex, operates smoothly and reliably, making it a delight for both clock enthusiasts and casual observers alike.
The Office Calendar No. 4 clock is a treasure trove for collectors, offering a glimpse into the past while providing practical functionality in the present. Its rarity, excellent condition, and historical significance make it an appealing addition to any ant
Auction Records and Price History
The following 19 auction record(s) show actual sale prices for the Seth Thomas “Office Calendar No. 4” model clock. Prices vary based on condition, originality, and current market demand. Search for more records on AntiqueClocksPriceGuide.com.
Antique Seth Thomas Office Calendar No. 4 Clock
Jan 2021 – 143 Antique American Clocks Seth Thomas “Office Calendar No. 4”, ca. 1863. A second example of this popular wall calendar clock, possibly a bit earlier than #142. Again the rosewood veneer is very good with no chipping evident and all the buttons The glasses are old but both dial pans are twentieth century galvanized steel and aluminum replacements. upper dial has some black paint speckling that can be seen on a close look. The hands are correct. The 8-day time-only movement is signed, correct to this model, and running and the calendar is advancing. A black label on the door.
Retail: $300 | Date: 01/01/2021 | Source: AntiqueAmericanClocks.com
Antique Seth Thomas Office Calendar No. 4 Clock
Jan 2021 – 142 Antique American Clocks Seth Thomas “Office Calendar No. 4”, ca. 1875. A 27.5-inch case veneered in rosewood with a bit of chipping on the upper bezel, as you might expect. The glasses are old, the dials are old repaints I think, with a bit of chipping and slight discoloration. The hands are correct. The 8-day time-only movement is signed and running, as clean as a whistle, and the calendar is advancing. A nice label on the back of the door. Horton’s sold one in 2019 for $375, and a nicer one in 2018 for $465.
Retail: $377 | Date: 01/01/2021 | Source: AntiqueAmericanClocks.com
Antique Seth Thomas Office Calendar No. 4 Clock
Jan 2022 – #90 Antique American Clocks Seth Thomas “Office Calendar No. 4”, A second Office Calendar No. 4 (along with Rosewood veneer in excellent shape, all the buttons on the front are present, but in this example both glasses are modern. Both dials were repainted by The Dial House. The hands are correct; the 8-day time-only movement is signed and running, and the Mix Brothers calendar is advancing. The calendar rollers are a bit dark; there is a good label on the back of the door. AAC sold an Office Calendar No. 4 last July for $453. You can bid on both Office Calendars No. 4, just state on your bid sheet that you only want one!
Retail: $400 | Date: 01/01/2022 | Source: AntiqueAmericanClocks.com
Antique Seth Thomas Office Calendar No. 4 Clock
Jan 2022 – #86 Antique American Clocks Seth Thomas “Office Calendar No. 4”, An early calendar clock from Seth Thomas, as indicated by the Plymouth Conn stamp on the movement and the use of the Mix Brothers patented calendar mechanism. The 27.5-inch case is veneered in rosewood and looks original, with some wear. The glasses are old, the dials repainted, the hands Seth Thomas The signed 8-day, time-only movement is running and the calendar is advancing. A good label on the back of the AAC sold an Office Calendar No. 4 last July for $453.
Retail: $581 | Date: 01/01/2022 | Source: AntiqueAmericanClocks.com
C.1890, Seth Thomas, “Office Calendar no. 4”
in very good condition. The time dial has been professionally repainted on original pan and looks very good. Lower dial, rollers and hands are original. Rosewood case has good veneer with only minor nicks and scrapes. Retains both original labels – inside case back and inner door. Above average for what comes to market today. Height 27 ” Reserve $700
Sold: $1,135 | Date: 5/8/2000 | Source: R.O. Schmitt Fine Arts
C.1891, (dated on rear), Seth Thomas Clock Co., “Office Calendar No. 4”, 8-day calendar wall timepiece.
Condition: Rosewood veneered case in original finish with some veneer loss on the two wooden bezels, stained over. Original painted dials are very nice with a some wear to numeral 7 on the upper dial. Hands and hardware are original. Original date rollers have age darkened. Good label on door, plus “never oil” label on inside. For reference. See Tran Ly’s book on Seth Thomas, 3rd Edition, page 93. Generally good example of this model. Ht. 28″
Sold: $950 | Date: April, 2008 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
C.1865, Seth Thomas Clock Co., “Office Calendar No. 4”, double dial perpetual calendar, wall timepiece, 8-day, in rosewood. An 1863 catalog litho of this model shows it with plain dials and the earlier moon hands as found on this example.
Condition: both dials were repainted by the Dial House. The calendar roller covers were replaced long ago with individual stickers made with a lettering set (now darkening). Otherwise this clock is in very good original condition, with nice finish and veneer, +all buttons intact. Hands are original, but the tail of the calendar hand is missing. Good label inside door. Ht. 27.5″
Sold: $675 | Date: April, 2008 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
Seth Thomas Office Calendar No. 4 8 day rosewood veneer wall clock, c1863.
early clock with old finish, worn dials, some splits and cracks but worth restoring. Has original black/gold paper label on inside of door. Time only movement, with winding stop, needs cleaning. 28″ high.
Sold: $290 | Date: May 15, 2011 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
Seth Thomas Clock Co., Thomaston, Conn., “Office Calendar No. 4” rosewood 8 day time only spring driven wall clock, c1870
case retains its original finish, with a few scratches, and full label inside door. Dials are repainted, calendar rollers look old. Movement may need cleaning. Ht 28″
Sold: $550 | Date: May 15, 2011 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
Seth Thomas, Plymouth, Conn., ÒOffice Calendar No. 4Ó, wall clock, 8 days, time only, spring driven movement in a rosewood veneer case with painted metal dials, c1865.
CASE: Refinished; Filled splits at upper right and middle of door; Veneer with some blisters and checking, upper bezel. DIAL: Repainted. CALENDAR DIAL: Repainted. MOVEMENT: Original, wants to run, needs cleaning. CALENDAR MOVEMENT: Original; Day and month papers original, darkened; Calendar mechanism functions, month not advancing, needs adjustment. LABEL: Original label in good condition. GLASSES: Original. PENDULUM: Original. HANDS: Original. CALENDAR HAND: Replaced, incorrect style. HEIGHT: Ht 28Ò.
Sold: $500 | Date: May 16, 2015 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
Seth Thomas Clock Co., Thomaston, Conn., “Office Calendar No. 4” hanging clock with a spring driven, 8 day, time and strike movement and an R. T. Andrews patented perpetual calendar mechanism in a rosewood veneered case.
The case retains an original finish. Both original painted dials are in very good condition and have the original English retailer’s name and place. The hands are original. The movement is signed. The door glasses are original. The calendar drum papers are original but darkened.
Sold: $475 | Date: May 19, 2018 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
C.1865, Seth Thomas, OFFICE CALENDAR No. 4, rosewood veneer over pine, double dial calendar clock, 8-day time.
Condition: Case retains original finish, a small veneer chip on the lower bezel and a single rosette is missing, lower right. Both dials have been over-painted with a dark ivory colored paint, leaving the original paint around the numerals; don’t know if it can be saved or not. Calendar hand is not correct (replacements available from Timesavers in Arizona). For details, see Ly’s yellow book on calendar clocks (1997), page 604. Crisp label inside door. Height 28 inches
Sold: $700 | Date: May 6th, 2006 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
C.1863, Seth Thomas Clock Co., “Office Calendar No. 4”, case in need of restoration.
Condition: Rosewood veneer is missing from both bezels, now painted. Two turned knobs missing. Dials have been varnished and have darkened with age. Hands not original. Ht. 28″
Sold: $200 | Date: May 8, 2009 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
Seth Thomas Clock Co., “Office Calendar No. 4”, 8-day time/strike double dial perpetual calendar wall clock. Circa 1880
walnut and walnut veneered case is in nice condition with original finish, nicely waxed. Both dials have been repainted. Hands are original. Paper on the calendar rollers has been replaced. Clean label inside case. Height 28 inches
Sold: $1150 | Date: November 6, 2009 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
Seth Thomas Clock Co., Thomaston, Conn., “Office Calendar No. 4”, time and perpetual calendar, 8 day.
overall excellent. Retains original painted dials, hands and finish. No chips in veneer. Day and month rollers are original with darkening., still fully legible. Retains excellent instruction label on rear of front door, and indicating it was last set for the year 1905 (over-written original 1875), and with about half of an old Liverpool repair label on rear.
Sold: $600 | Date: October 21, 2017 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
Seth Thomas Clock Co., Thomaston, Conn., “Office Calendar No. 4”, 8 day, spring brass movement wall calendar clock or timepiece, c1870
Refinished rosewood veneered case with a ding and some veneer loss on the bottom bezel, a couple of chips and small repairs on the top bezel and a couple of chips on the top edge. Original painted dial has minor loss at the mounting screws and at the winding arbor. Original calendar dial with minor loss at the mounting screws. Hands are original. Original calendar rollers have age darkened a little. Nice label inside the case. Ht 28″
Sold: $850 | Date: October 26, 2013 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
Seth Thomas Clock Co, Thomaston, Conn., “Office Calendar No. 4” 8 days,spring driven timepiece with perpetual calendar mechanism in rosewood veneer case, c1875.
The original finish has darkened. There is a poorly repaired damage spot on the upper dial wooden bezel. The painted dials are original (though somewhat dirty) as are the calendar roller papers. The hands are original. The upper and lower glasses are original. There is a nice label inside the door. Ht 27 1/2″.
Sold: $475 | Date: October 26, 2014 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
Seth Thomas Clock Co., Thomaston, Conn., “Office Calendar No. 4” wall clock, 8 day, spring driven movement with perpetual calendar mechanism showing on the lower dial in a rosewood veneered case.
The case retains its original finish with a few scratches and a small loss of veneer on the upper bezel ring. Full label inside door. Painted metal dials appear to be original with some yellowing on the edges and paint loss around mounting screws. The upper dial has been touched up a little around the winder arbor hole. Paper calendar rollers look old and may be original. Hands are original. Signed Seth Thomas movement has its stopworks intact. The upper glass is wavy, while the lower one is not. Spade hands and brass clad pendulum are all old and probably original.
Sold: $250 | Date: October 27, 2018 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
Seth Thomas Clock Co., Thomaston, Conn., “Office Calendar No. 4” wall clock, 8 day, spring driven movement with perpetual calendar displayed the lower dial, all in a rosewood veneered case.
The case has been carefully rubbed down. There is small loss of veneer on the upper portion of the top bezel ring. The painted metal dials appear are original with some fading and yellowing. There is a small amount of paint loss around mounting screws and some touch up paint on the upper dial. There is a largely complete paper label inside the door. The hands pendulum are original. The paper calendar rollers also look to be original. The signed Seth Thomas movement has its stopworks intact. The upper and lower glasses are both wavy.
Sold: $550 | Date: October 27, 2018 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts