RARE ANTIQUE JAPY FRERES FRENCH BRASS DRUM CARRIAGE CLOCK, BELL STRIKING, C1855

RARE ANTIQUE JAPY FRERES FRENCH BRASS DRUM CARRIAGE CLOCK, BELL STRIKING, C1855

RARE

Please note that items are usually dispatched within 10 working days, generally on the next TUESDAY or WEDNESDAY following cleared payment (7 OR 8 DAYS AFTER THE AUCTION). If this constitutes a problem for you, please let me know via the website messaging facility (not email) and I will do my best to help. Please be aware that I can usually only post once a week! I charge postage at estimated cost plus £1-2 towards expense of bubble wrap and boxes. Overseas packages under 2kgs are usually posted using ISF Registered Airmail, including insurance. This costs £7.75 on top of the normal airmail price; but it is worth the extra cost for safety. Items under £46 in value may be shipped via basic Airmail..


HERE IS A RARE, TOP-QUALITY, STRIKING, DRUM-SHAPED CARRIAGE CLOCK / PENDULE PORTATIVE, MADE BY JAPY FRERES AND BEARING THEIR MARK OF THE 1855-1867 PERIOD.  THE MOVEMENT IS STAMPED BEHIND THE BELL WITH “JAPY FRERES & C., EXPN. 1855, GND. MED. D’HONN.”.THIS HIGHLY UNUSUAL CLOCK STRIKES ON A BELL AND COMES COMPLETE WITH A KEY.


THE CLOCK HAS A DRUM-SHAPED BRASS CASE WITH HANDLE. THE ESCAPEMENT IS VISIBLE THROUGH AN OVAL GLASS WINDOW ON TOP OF THE CASE.


THE CLOCK MEASURES 4 INCHES IN DIAMETER AND 5 1/4 INCHES WITH THE HANDLE UP. 


THE OVERALL CONDITION IS EXCELLENT. PLEASE VIEW PHOTOS FOR DETAILS. THE CLOCK IS FULLY WORKING AT THE TIME OF SALE. BEING AN ANTIQUE ITEM HOWEVER, THIS DOES NOT IMPLY A GUARANTEE OR WARRANTY.


UK POSTAGE IS VIA SPECIAL DELIVERY.


**IMPORTANT** PLEASE SIGN “UNCHECKED” ON DELIVERY OF YOUR PACKAGE (OR ELSE PLEASE OPEN THE PACKAGE AND CHECK THE CONTENTS BEFORE SIGNING)! FAILURE TO DO THIS MAY AFFECT ANY COMPENSATION CLAIM. ALSO, PLEASE TRY TO BE AVAILABLE TO ACCEPT DELIVERY AT FIRST ATTEMPT, IF POSSIBLE. THANK YOU.

I am happy to ship worldwide, but overseas buyers must pay by Paypal or with a credit or debit card through Paypal. Thank you.


PAYMENT: OVERSEAS BUYERS; PAYPAL ONLY PLEASE!! NO MONEY ORDERS, PLEASE. UK BUYERS; Paypal, credit or debit card (via PAYPAL), UK personal cheque or postal order. If postal orders are crossed, they can’t be cashed immediately and must be paid into a bank.


UK POSTAGE: All shipping is via some form of Registered Post. All items are securely packed. UK Postage is via First Class Recorded or Special Delivery.  Insurance up to £500 is included with Special Delivery price.


IMPORTANT: SPECIAL DELIVERY DOES NOT MEAN NEXT DAY DELIVERY – THIS POSTAL METHOD IS USED BECAUSE OF THE LEVEL OF INSURANCE AVAILABLE FOR ANTIQUE ITEMS, NOT FOR SPEED OF RECEIPT. Items are usually dispatched within 10 days of cleared payment, generally on the TUESDAY OR WEDNESDAY following. Please make sure you agree with these terms, and with the P&P price quoted, before bidding. Please don’t be annoyed by the delay in dispatching, as I have done my best to make you aware of the timescale.


INTERNATIONAL POSTAGE:I will post worldwide, using International Signed For (Airmail), Airsure or COURIER (for heavier items). I will not post by Surface mail, please don’t ask!  I use large bubble and strong boxes to pack. PLEASE NOTE: COURIERED packages of ceramics/glass/ antiques/ clocks cannot at present be insured for damage.


I use large bubble & new sturdy, double-walled boxes to pack, which may be heavier than normal boxes (and therefore a bit more costly more to ship), but offer a much greater degree of protection for fragile items.


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