About the Seth Thomas “Wardroom” Clock
Introducing the Seth Thomas “Wardroom” ship’s bell clock, a unique timepiece produced by the renowned Seth Thomas Clock Company in Thomaston, Connecticut around 1904. This model is characterized by its distinctive design, featuring either mahogany or oak cases and a white porcelain dial.
The “Wardroom” clocks are available in two versions: one with a deeply turned wood case and another with a painted white case, both versions having a diameter of approximately 8.5 to 9 inches. Some examples retain their original finish, while others have been refinished. The dials may exhibit minor imperfections such as hairlines, chips, or repairs.
These clocks operate on a 30-hour spring drive and feature both time and strike functions. They are equipped with balance escapement movements that strike on an internal bell. The hands and door glass are often original components. Despite occasional wear and tear due to age, the “Wardroom” ship’s bell clock remains a sought-after model among collectors, making it worthy of restoration.
Auction Records and Price History
The following 6 auction record(s) show actual sale prices for the Seth Thomas “Wardroom” model clock. Prices vary based on condition, originality, and current market demand. Search for more records on AntiqueClocksPriceGuide.com.
Seth Thomas Clock Co., Thomaston, Conn., “Wardroom” ship’s bell clock 30 hours, time and strike, spring driven hanging clock in mahogany case, c1904
rare turned wood model with white porcelain dial that has a few small chips. The case has been nicely refinished, and shows a small wood loss under the bezel. The time winding click needs attention, and we cannot get the clock to strike. 8.5″ overall diameter
Sold: $375 | Date: April 27, 2014 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
Seth Thomas Clock Co., Thomaston, Conn., “Wardroom” 30-hour spring driven oak ship’s bell clock, c1904
Turned wood case has been painted white, and there are no labels. White porcelain dial has several hairlines and some chips (most noticeable around left winding hole). Movement needs service. Still are rare model worthy of restoration. 8.5″ overall diameter.
Sold: $210 | Date: May 15, 2011 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
Seth Thomas Clock Co., Thomaston, Conn., “Wardroom” ship’s bell clock 30 hour time and strike spring driven hanging clock in mahogany case, c1904
rare turned wood model with white porcelain dial (few faint hairlines), original finish has some tiny paint specks, recently serviced balance wheel movement ticks and strikes on inside bell. 9″ diameter
Sold: $500 | Date: May 15, 2011 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
Seth Thomas Clock Co., Thomaston, Conn., “Wardroom” wall clock with a one-day spring driven time and ship’s bell strike movement deeply turned in a mahogany case,
The case retains some original finish. The porcelain dial was damaged below the 6 numeral and has a poor repair. The movement has a balance escapement and strikes on a large bell back of the movement. The movement is signed. The hands and door glass are original. A sought after model.
Sold: $400 | Date: May 15, 2016 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
C.1910 Seth Thomas Clock Co., “Wardroom”, 30-Hour time/strike ship’s bell wall clock.
Condition: Oak case in very fine condition with original finish. Original porcelain dial is chipped on the edge at the 6 o’clock position (does not show with bezel closed, but is obvious with bezel up for winding). The hands are original, but the seconds bit has lost its tail (we would leave as is). See also lots 295 and 296, this clock came from the same home; well maintained and in running/striking order. Height 8.5 inches
Sold: $650 | Date: May 7, 2005 | Source: R.O. Schmitt Fine Arts
C.1904, Seth Thomas Clock Co, “WARDROOM” Ship’s Bell clock, 1-day, in a 2-color oak case, with porcelain dial.
Condition: the oak case has been refinished. The porcelain dial has some hairlines and some small chips /loss at the attaching points; one winding grommet is absent. This is a difficult model to find. For additional information, see Tran Ly’s book on Seth Thomas, page 760 [3rd edition] Ht 8.6″
Sold: $400 | Date: May 8, 2009 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts