Thought I had an old buckle at first..then disappointment!

[cntrydncr1]

Any ideas what this is?? found at a homestead that dates earlier than 1775. I think this looks manufactured and like an electrical switch plate. Any other thoughts??

 

[doublet2a]

Part of a clock, there would be two of these piece with gears and wheels sandwiched in between..

Tim

 

[cntrydncr1]

thanks Tim, any idea of age??

 

[Deftone]

On the second pic by your finger tips I can make out usa clock co. But can't make out what is above that. Kinda looks like writing at the top of the frame also. But I dunno. Still a cool find. HH

 

[cntrydncr1]

wow you have good eyes!! you are absolutely right it does say that! thanks

 

[Bigcypresshunter]

On the second pic by your finger tips I can make out usa clock co. But can't make out what is above that.

you are absolutely right it does say that!

what does it say? (above that)

 

[Deftone]

That is a darn good question about that!

 

[cntrydncr1]

I could hardly find the USA clock co. and didn't see anything else. Went back with a loop and realized it says Waterbury above that.

 

[Deftone]

If my link is correct Waterbury made watches and clocks from 1857 thru 1944.

http://clockantiques.org/WaterburyClockCompany

 

[cntrydncr1]

Thanks!! well it definitely puts the find in the period of time that one of my distant relatives owned the property at least. thanks Deftone!

 

[Bigcypresshunter]

Good eye Deftone. Its probably a mantel clock. There are quite a few on eBay. http://shop.ebay.com/i.html?_nkw=waterbury+clock