About the Seth Thomas “Regulator No. 70” Clock
The Seth Thomas “Regulator No.70,” manufactured around 1924, stands as a testament to the craftsmanship of the renowned Seth Thomas Clock Company. This impressive timepiece, constructed from quartered oak, boasts an imposing height of 55 ½ inches and a width of 22 inches.
The clock’s movement, identified as No.68, features a graham escapement with jeweled pallets, polished cut steel pinions, and keystone-shaped plates, all mounted on a large cast iron bracket. The movement is signed with the Seth Thomas logo and bears the numbers “383” and “68.”
The clock’s original 13-inch white enameled dial remains untouched, while the outside case exhibits four small round holes on the left, at the bottom, hinting at potential adaptations for external use. However, there is no internal evidence to support this theory.
This Seth Thomas “Regulator No.70” is a remarkable piece, with its large cast iron bracket and high-quality movement, making it an attractive addition to any collector’s inventory. The clock’s condition varies slightly, with minor paint remnants from a house job on the bottom rear of the case and a dial that shows signs of flaking. Despite these minor imperfections, this clock remains a significant find for enthusiasts of Seth Thomas clocks.
Auction Records and Price History
The following 4 auction record(s) show actual sale prices for the Seth Thomas “Regulator No. 70” model clock. Prices vary based on condition, originality, and current market demand. Search for more records on AntiqueClocksPriceGuide.com.
Seth Thomas “Regulator No.70”, ca 1924.
Made of quartered oak it is 55 1/2 inches high, 22 inches wide. Near perfect inside, it has an 8 day, time only, one weight movement, No. 68 with a beat adjuster, 60 beats per minute. The movement has jeweled pallets, polished cut steel pinions, polished keystone shaped plates, and is mounted on a large cast iron bracket. The movement is signed with the Seth Thomas logo, and the numbers “383” and “68” are inscribed. Pendulum, weight, beat scale, all very good. There is an original 13 inch white enameled dial that has not been touched.The outside of the case has some indications that it could have been manufactured for use as some kind of time keeping clock although there is no evidence that ever came about. On the outside of the case there are 4 small round holes on the left, at the bottom. There is no indication inside the case that anything was ever there. In fact two of the holes don’t go thru the wood which would leave you to think it was made so that something could be attached on the outside. It is a super clock none the less and you have to stand on your head to even see the little holes. Based on recent sales this clock should fetch $3500 to $4000. Ly-Seth Thomas No.470.
Sold: $0 unsold | Date: 1/1/2003 | Source: Horton’s Antique Clocks
Seth Thomas Clock Co., Thomaston, Conn., “Regulator No. 70” wall clock 8 day time only weight driven movement in oak case with painted metal dial, 1913
the original finish is nicely rubbed down with some minor paint remnants from a house paint job on bottom rear of clock. The original dial is properly repainted by the Dial House, GA. This is a nice example. Ht 56″
Sold: $2600 | Date: May 15, 2011 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
Seth Thomas Clock Co., Thomaston, Conn., “Regulator No. 70”, wall clock, 8 day, time only, brass weight driven movement in a mahogany case with a painted metal dial and large engraved brass beat scale
the case retains its original finish with a 3″ thin piece of left return molding split. The pendulum rod appears original but has been repainted. The dial is in excellent condition. This clock shares the same movement as some of Seth Thomas’ other high end regulators, like the No. 19. This is a nice example of a rare Seth Thomas wall clock.
Sold: $1300 | Date: May 19, 2018 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
C.1925, Seth Thomas Clock Co., “Regulator No. 70”, in mahogany and in excellent original condition.
The only minor item that keeps this from being outstanding, is that the painted dial is just starting to flake. No. 68 movement has graham escapement with special pallets, maintaining power and cut steel pinions, 13″ dial. Case retains original crazed finish. Original weight with knurled ends intact, also orig pendulum stick, bob and hardware. Height 55.5 inches
Sold: $3,700 | Date: October 18, 2003 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts