About the Seth Thomas “Parlor Calendar No. 6” Clock
Introducing the Seth Thomas “Parlor Calendar No. 6,” a noteworthy timepiece produced by the renowned Seth Thomas Clock Company around 1886. This clock boasts an oak case that has been refinished, showcasing remnants of its original red finish in the corners and crevices. The clock stands at a height of 27 inches.
The clock’s unique features include brass bezels, circles etched around, and original wooden ones, as well as an 8-day movement with Geneva stops removed and a striking mechanism that rings on a brass bell. The dial, although repainted, retains its original zinc material.
One notable aspect of this clock is the top urn, which may be a well-crafted reproduction due to slight variations in design from year to year. The lower dial, despite minor flakes, remains in exceptional condition for Seth Thomas clocks. The calendar rollers have aged, but remain legible.
Additional details include factory stamps indicating the clock was made in May 1885, and a label from the original retailer, Camerer, Kuss and Co., London. The clock has also undergone restoration, with the walnut case refinished and the upper dial repainted. However, it’s worth noting that the hour hand has been improperly changed, but replacements are available from various suppliers.
Auction Records and Price History
The following 10 auction record(s) show actual sale prices for the Seth Thomas “Parlor Calendar No. 6” model clock. Prices vary based on condition, originality, and current market demand. Search for more records on AntiqueClocksPriceGuide.com.
Seth Thomas Clock Co., “Parlor Calendar No. 6”, ca 1886.
The catalogs all show this model with brass bezels, these are wood, circles etched around, and definitely original to this clock. Old zinc dials have been repainted, roller paper was not changed. Signed 8 day movement, Geneva stops removed, strikes on a brass bell, running very strong.Walnut case is 27 inches high, in good original condition with one possible exception and that is the top urn. I know from past experience that urns were slightly different from year to year. This one could be a well made reproduction. As Fox News says, “we report, you decide”. Two labels in the case, factory stamp on the back indicating this clock was made, “May 1885”. Ly-Seth Thomas No.95.
Sold: $1,150 | Date: 1/1/2003 | Source: Horton’s Antique Clocks
C.1886, Seth Thomas Clock Co., “Parlor Calendar No. 6”, 8-day double dial calendar clock,
striking, and in good condition. The oak case was painted red and was refinished maybe 50 years ago and you can still find red in the corners and crevices. There is a small gouge in the right side of the case, near the top. The original dials are in exceptional condition for Seth Thomas. The hands are original. The calendar rollers have turned dark from age, but are still legible. There is a piece of plywood that has been fastened onto the backboard to stabilize it as the original backboard has bowed outward (you can either remove it or leave it). Height 27 inches
Sold: $725 | Date: 4/26/2003 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
Seth Thomas Clock Co., Thomaston, Conn., “Parlor Calendar No. 6” 8 days, time and strike, spring driven shelf clock, c1885.
Walnut case has been refinished and shows one small burn mark on the lower left case return. Both dials are original painted dials with minor paint chipping at the mounting screw holes. The movement is signed, strikes on a cup bell and the hands are original. The interior case label is partially missing. The case has a stenciled date “5881B” (February 1885) on the back side. Ht 27″.
Sold: $1,200 | Date: April 27, 2014 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
C.1886, Seth Thomas Clock Co., Thomaston, Conn, “Parlor Calendar No. 6” , in very good condition.
This clock has been restored, the walnut case refinished and the upper dial repainted. (Note hour hand has been improperly changed, but replacements are available for all suppliers) The original lower dial has a couple of flakes; the rollers are a bit dark from age, but still legible. With a paper label from the original retailer, Camerer, Kuss and Co., London, plus inside instruction label. 8-day striking movement is clean and in running order. Height 27″
Sold: $850 | Date: April, 2002 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
C.1896, Seth Thomas Clock Co., Thomaston, CT. “Parlor Calendar No. 6” 8-day striking clock with R. T. Andrews 1876 patent calendar movement, in excellent original condition.
This clock has the date code for 1896 stenciled on the back (6981 – 1896 backwards). Walnut case is in superb condition with original finish and has black label with directions for setting up calendar on back of door. The painted dials on this clock are original and as good as you will ever find. The day and month calendar rolls are a bit dark, as usual. Original hands and pendulum bob. excellent caution label inside case. This is a fine example of this model calendar clock. (compare to lot 382) Height 27″
Sold: $2,600 | Date: April, 2002 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
Seth Thomas Clock Co., Thomaston, Conn., ÓParlor Calendar No. 6Ò, 8 days, time and strike, spring driven, brass movement double dial calendar shelf clock, c1886
Walnut case in nice condition in original finish. Both dials have been repainted. Hands are original. Nice label on the back of the door. ÓGenevaÒ stops in movement are complete. Original paper calendar rolls have age darkened. Ht 27Ó
Sold: $500 | Date: May 16, 2015 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
Seth Thomas Clock Co., Thomaston, Conn., “Parlor Calendar No. 6” shelf clock with a spring driven, 8 day, time and strike movement and an 1876 R. T. Andrews patent perpetual calendar mechanism in a walnut case.
The case is in excellent condition with little original finish left. There are two small dents on the right side case return. The original painted time dial has minor loss at several locations. The original painted calendar dial is in excellent condition with no loss. The hands are original. The movement is signed. The calendar roller papers show some discoloration. Both door glasses are original. Overall a very clean and original example of the Parlor Calendar No. 6.
Sold: $550 | Date: May 19, 2018 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
Seth Thomas Clock Co., Thomaston, Conn., “Parlor Calendar No. 6”, walnut 8 days, time and strike, spring driven double dial shelf clock, dated 1881
the case retains its old original finish with some scuffs and scratches. The painted metal dials appear old. There is a big paper label inside the case; stamped on the backboard is the reverse date code. Ht 27″–
Sold: $700 | Date: May 4, 2013 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
C.1870, Seth Thomas Clock Co., Parlor Calendar No. 6, in walnut, 8-day time and strike, double dial perpetual calendar.
Condition: overall good+ original condition; finish with nice light crazing and good patina; movements, rollers and labels are original, as are the dials which are starting to flake. Note ST used 3 different bases on this model over time, flat, cut out [this model] and scalloped. Ht 27″
Sold: $625 | Date: May 8, 2009 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
Seth Thomas Clock Co., Thomaston, Conn., “Parlor Calendar No. 6”, 8 day, time and strike, shelf clock, c1886.
Refinished walnut case in nice condition with a small ding on the back edge of the left side. Original dials have been professionally restored. Original calendar rollers have age darkened. Hands are original. Movement is signed. Dark label on back of the door. Ht 27″
Sold: $550 | Date: October 29, 2011 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts