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French clock - Japy Freres

Description

8 day clock. Chimes on hour and half hour.

Dome top and side (ring) handles

Operates well. Condition = Good ++

Category Clocks
Medium Metal - maybe ormalu? Seems to be all brass underneath dark exterior
Distinguishing marks Stamped on mechanism: "Japy Freres and Cie. Med D'Honneur". Stamped on top of mechanism: " Brocot Prop".
Condition Good
Size and dimensions of this item Height 18 inches. Maximum width at base 5.75 inches
Date Period about 1880s
Weight Solid.
History Inherited. Held in family 100+ years.
Price Paid (If known) Original price unknown. Held in family 100+ years
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