Carriage clock - Smiths - - Gilt brass - 1950-1960 - 8-Day Floating Balance

Classic English brass mantel clock / travel alarm clock in a stylish lantern case from the well-known Smiths brand.

Equipped with a white enamel dial with Roman numerals, decorative openworked black hands, and the designation "Smiths 8 Day".

The movement is a mechanical wind-up 8-day movement with a floating balance ("Floating Balance") with 2 jewels ("Two 2 Jewels").

The case features a decorative handle at the top, fluted corner columns, and a hinged back door that provides access to the winding mechanism.

Condition:
Good, working condition ("runs well").
The brass case shows a beautiful light patina and minimal signs of age.
Dial is neat with light crazing/age-related spots consistent with its age.

Dimensions:
Height: 15.5 cm
Width: 9.5 cm
Depth: 7 cm
Weight: 1 kg.

The lot will be packed with utmost care and shipped by registered mail and insured with tracking.
Pickup by arrangement is also possible.