See Sold Price. $180. Pricing: $60. 56 x 3454mm. 99 shipping. 1 bid. Unlike other clocks, the Sonora chime has a second, dedicated movement (90b) for the bell system. It is one of the best sounding clocks. Sonora Phonograph Co. #4. Then finally, Seth Thomas obtained license to build the Sonora chime movement but the earliest were bought from Sonora. adjustment. Y. Exact replacement for Sonoran chime mainspring. the sonora 4 is a delight to view, with the adamantine mahogany highest grade cabinet, and clean and stylish cabinet design appointments that really attracts attention. Armiger Co. , Inc. and westminster ) has 2 small dials about 1 inch in diameter on the top of the. The 89 movement then beats out the hour count using the lever extending to the lower right hand side of the 89 back plate to Feb 17, 2014 · Feb 17, 2014. What I'm looking for are some pictures of the chime movement. The Sonora Chime Company was incorporated in Albany in October of 1906 for the purpose of manufacturing chiming mechanisms. Armiger Sonora Chime No. 5", antique white dial with Arabic numerals. It was made to look like rosewood. , New 1. Here's some information that I found on the web regarding Seth Thomas' development of the Sonora Chime: The name “Sonora” comes from the Sonora Chime Company. Aug 1, 2011 · The Sonora chime movement has four phases. COMES WITH KEY. Antique Seth Thomas Wooden 4-Bell Sonora Chimes Mantle Clock - This clock was made by Seth Thomas, in the early 1900's. is an elegant and tastefully designed seth thomas 8 bell sonora chime clock number 255 1911. Pre-Owned. Armiger / James R. Antique Seth Thomas Wooden Mantle Clock. The seller is “mmac1952″ and is located in Lexington, South Carolina. 14 5 BELL SONORA CHIME BEEHIVE SHELF CLOCK” is in sale since Saturday, November 30, 2019. someone tried to adjust the clock and snapped the nut off. Both were in mahogany and the catalog illustration is from a 1915 catalog. Sonora Chime Company at 5 Cedar St. Tom, it seems we are both on an ST mantel clock kick lately. or Best Offer. The 1/4 sync will now be off be one set of four. It eventually developed chiming bells (hence the bell that figured in all of the successor company trademarks). 119 on Rods A Seth Thomas Sonora Chime Clock Movement No. In 1908, the Sonora Chime Company of New York City patented its system of chiming bells for clocks, and the company began using the motto "clear as a bell" for their products. Jul 25, 2018 · NAWCC Member. It will likely be between $200 and $400 depending. This item can be shipped to United Seth Thomas / James R. The seller is “distinctiveclocks_and_audio” and is located in Irmo, South Carolina. Description. The time-strike movement is a Seth Thomas No. connect with us for news, events and updates. The case is made of Adamantine, a reddish streaked celluloid veneer that was vacuum formed over inexpensive wood and glued together. Mayland's company in New York. Corinthian Bells by Wind River - 30 inch Sky Blue Wind Chime for Patio, Backyard, Garden, and Outdoor Decor (Aluminum Chime) Made in The USA. In 1913, while still based in New York, it was reincorporated as the Sonora Phonograph Company. One of them is for the chime selection and the other is for the timekeeping. On the old Sonora bells it was for acoustic balancing but this may not ring true for the rods. Olson. This Configuration is used in Seth Thomas Sonora Chime Clock 5 Bell - 1 Bell Hour Strike & 4 Bell - 4 Bell Hour Strike Jun 19, 2015 · Seth Thomas 4 Bell Sonora Chime Mantel Clock #5 Adamantine Style Case 89 M time and strike movement 90D chime unit Issues: Time and chime units are out of phase Original issue with clock running fast and being at the top of the suspension adjustment Chime fly not and warning pin not Home / Sonora Chime Company Sonora Chime Company. com/tnclockswat Highly collectible Seth Thomas 8-bell sonora chime mantle clock. Well it is, or could be, Avery nice clock. Item is sold for parts. This item can be shipped to Chime Financial, Inc. As the hour chimes finish playing the chime movement unlocks the No. We’ll send a Chime Debit Card in the mail to the address you provided, typically in 7-10 business days. , New York City, patented its system of chiming bells to be put into its clocks beginning 1908. got a real good deal on it. Initially patented by William Hoschke owner of the Sonora Chime Company in the early 20th century and in approximately 1912 the patent rights to the bell chime mechanism and resonator were acquired Open an online bank account through Chime. (260) 100% positive. No you can see the reason why. Minutes before the chime mechanism is to chime, the clock mechanism slowly lowers a chain attached to the chime activation lever lever then rapidly jerks it upward to start the chimes. The Style O Sonoraphone was their first offering. The company held a patent on a new style of chimes that consisted of nested bells with apposing resonating chambers. Seller's other items. Antique Junghans German 8-day Westminster Chime Mahogany Mantel Clock. ". A man name William Hoschke of New York, applied for a patent on it April 16, 1907. A Seth Thomas Tambour Sonora 5-Chime Mantel ClockA large size carved mahogany tambour mantel clock by Seth Thomas, with a metal face and applied; Seth Thomas Sonora Chime Mantel Clock, Thomaston,Seth Thomas Sonora Chime Mantel Clock, Thomaston, Connecticut, with inlaid mahogany case, 6 in. Anyway, the chime movement seems to work fine when manually moved to chime. Antique Seth Thomas Sonora Chime Mantle Clock C S Silent Brass Escutcheon Part 4. The business was incorporated that same year and the Sonora Chime Co, New York City, shelf clock, mahogany case, silvered dial, serpentine hands, 8 day spring driven time and strike Lot 0491, Nov 20, 2022 Summary: Sonora Phonograph Co. THIS IS NOT THE SETH THOMAS clock but before Seth Thomas bought out this company. The microphone on my camera is rather poor, but the bells sounded decent when played b Mar 6, 2021 · Jacksons Auction & Real Estate Company shall endeavor to describe in detail each item and any pertinent information about it. No Interest if paid in full in 6 mo on $99+ with PayPal Credit*. ; New York, N. The new rivet hole should be drilled180 degrees away from the old one. They were made in 4, 5, and 8 bell styles. Add an emoji or a drop a GIF – it’s not just money, it’s money from you! Pay Anyone Instantly1. The gong rods originally used by Seth Thomas were made by R. facebook. Seth Thomas / Armiger Sonora Chime No. #3. Jan 5, 2007 · Donor. I was wondering where to find one that will fit my clock. The following year the Sonora Chime Company announced the intention of producing a talking machine. As you probably know the time and strike movement is a modified No. Profile: 1940s shellac label based in Chicago, Illinois. The large dial (they made two sizes, this is the bigger) h Apr 22, 2015 - 1940 Sonora WAU-243 "Big Dial" radio. 89 movement that releases the 1/4 hour chimes. The clock is fully assembled and both movements were cleaned an The item “RESTORED SETH THOMAS ANTIQUE FIRST ISSUE 4 BELL SONORA CHIME CLOCK #00 1911″ is in sale since Sunday, October 13, 2019. Condition: Good with wear to the face. After the Great Depression the company reemerged as the as the Sonora Radio & Television Corporation. Jacksons Auction & Real Estate Company will not be responsible for any errors or omissions in the description of the merchandise unless it is a material and intentional misrepresentation of the item itself. The dial is engraved "Jas. In 1810, Thomas and Hoadley, for $6,000, bought out Terry's share of the company, by then the most successful clockmaking firm in the country, and worked together until 1812. The rod gong assemblies were made by R. The chime movement was patented in 1896 by John Willcock of Toronto. The Sonora Radio & Television Corporation was originally founded as the Sonora Chime Company in 1908, and made chimes for clocks. Make digital purchases with your temporary debit card. Shipped in USA 12. Showing the single result Rare Pre Seth Thomas Sonora Chime Cabinet Clock $ 6,500; Join Our Email List Seth Thomas 4 Bell Sonora Chime Beehive Mantel Clock, movements 89 & 90, metal dial with some wear on dial and around wind holes, needs door glass, runs and strikes when wound, 13 3-4" high runs when Antique Seth Thomas Sonora Chime Mantle Clock C S Silent Brass Escutcheon Part 4. This is the clock with the New Haven Mar 2, 2014 · Demonstration of a nice 4 bell Sonora chime clock I recently acquired. I have the dial and time n strike movement for this also listed. May 12, 2015 · The story begins with Sonora's manufacturing manufacturing chiming mechanisms for clocks in 1906. H. Jul 9, 2023 · Jul 9, 2023. R. Name: Seth Thomas Pillar & Scroll Mantle Clock Release Date: 1835 Price: $590 Get the best deals for seth thomas sonora chime clock at eBay. Apr 21, 2024 · Antique Seth Thomas Chime Clock No. Comes with a key and pendulum ready to use! It’s chimes the Westminster chime every 15 minutes on 4 tuned bells and strikes the hour on a larger bell. For years we hardly every saw a Sonora Chime clock, but when the prices escalated a few years ago collectors began to take their profits. 2016. ”. We have a great online selection at the lowest prices with Fast & Free shipping on many items! Seth Thomas C. The item “Rare Antique SETH THOMAS 4 BELL WESTMINSTER SONORA CHIME CLOCK #55 Circa 1914″ is in sale since Saturday, April 3, 2021. The company offers early access to paychecks, negative account balances without overdraft fees, [2] high-yield savings accounts, [5] peer-to-peer payments, [6] and an interest-free Feb 24, 2013 · The time movement is a Seth Thomas # 89 N and the Sonora chime unit is a # 90 A. The clock predates the Seth Thomas Sonora Chime by eight years. From 1909 through 1923, Seth Thomas offered Sonora chime mantel clocks for sale. Sep 15, 2007 · When I introduced this clock under 'Clocks' (Old? Seth Thomas), I mentioned that I got it for 'very little'. Unfortunately it will have to come apart to replace the spring so it makes sense to do what needs to be done at the same time. 1 watched in the last 24 hours. The brass A New York firm, successor to Sonora Chime Co. I removed both movements to examine and give them some oil and they are working flawlessly. Offered for your consideration is a very nice Seth Thomas 8 bell Sonora Chime mantel clock. Sep 28, 2017 · Search first posts only. dia. If you look at the picture you will see the mounting screws. 4 x 0. The 113 movements also came with Mayland rod gongs. Is this correct? Thanks, Randy Feb 29, 2024 · Gift wrapping available. face. 19, 2012. What is inside the clock?Fanpage: https://www. it does need some work on the 89AG movement. A nice example. US $659. Dating Seth Thomas sonora chime (rods, not bells) Once you dig into it, you'll discover like I did that the chime movement can be adjusted on where it sits with the first being the way the bracket (top right on my pic) is attached to the pillar post. 8-bell Sonora chime clock, model #2003. Corinthian Bells by Wind River – 78 inch Green Wind Chime for Patio, Backyard, Garden, and Outdoor décor (Aluminum Chime) Made in The USA. I The item “ANTIQUE SETH THOMAS CHIME CLOCK NO. 257 1914″ is in sale since Tuesday, September 24, 2019. 5 inches high. The last bell is still 4. Since I am unfamiliar with the Sonora chime movement I only cleaned it lightly. 89 to strike the hour. $34. It’s # 415 in Tran Ly’s Seth Thomas Book. Nov 10, 2007 · According to Spitters' and Bailey's American Clockmakers and Watchmakers the patent was issued February 18, 1908, patent # 879,170, assigned first to the Sonora Chime Company (1907-1914), and probably after 1914, to the Seth Thomas Clock Co. Go to Settings in the Chime app, scroll down to Debit Card, and select View your card. Dec 28, 2017 · Canterbury chimes sound excellent, and so does the Westminster melody. 8 large bells, strikes Whittington chimes from a cylinder, on each 1/4 hour and a coiled gong on the hour; original hand crank, original state, will need Dec 24, 2016 · Dec 24, 2016. Armiger as a successor to Justis & Armiger. Seth Thomas' two movement chime clocks with Mayland rod gongs were not produced after 1921, which saw the introduction of the three train No. , New York City. Label the second bell 1. is a San Francisco–based financial technology company that partners with regional banks to provide certain fee-free mobile banking services. I just bought a Seth Thomas Sonora clock that is missing the Sonora Chime movement. The company issued vertical-cut discs from May 1910, and also made record players for both Jan 11, 2021 · I have a Sonora (not Set Thomas) 8-bell Chime Clock that has stopped chiming. On December 4, 1813, Seth Thomas sold out his share of the company to Hoadley for $2,000, and went into business on his own in Plymouth Hollow on land he purchased from a Sonora Chime Company at 5 Cedar St. Hello , I need some help l have a Seth Thomas Sonora chime clock. The Mahogany case has never been refinished and has a very nice rich patina. RARE! Regina Clock Co. Label the third bell 2. A modest beginning for what would be a very big manufacturer of a full line of talking machines. The mainspring in the chime unit is larger than in the single chime. Oct 4, 2021 · J. Mar 18, 2015 · change a few bell around. Circa 1915. Opens in a new window or tab. 8-day time and strike #104A movement with quarter hour striking on eight Sonora bells in either Whittington or Westm Mar 2, 2014 · Please not the sound of the bells might sound a little off thanks to the internal microphone of my camera. go Apr 20, 2009 · I recently aquired a 4 bell sonora chime and it is out of sequence when chiming. ANTIQUE Seth Thomas DANA MANTEL CLOCK WORKS. I removed, dismantled and cleaned the 89M movement. 7 with 4 Bell Sonora Chime adamantine case with silvered dial, 8-day time and strike movement, 90D Sonora chime movement playing Westminster chimes on 4 bells in 15 minute incriments. we went back up today to get it. A Sonora Arts & Crafts chime, oak and brass, early 20th century, table model in oak case with two faux tenons and fitted with four lever-actuated chim [more detail available via subscription] p4A Item E8952621 An early 20th century Seth Thomas "No. and on the dial just under the 12 it says on the first line NEGE and some more letters that I cannot make out and on the second line below that it says BALTIMORE Maryland and the third line it says SONORA CHIME and at the very bottom under the 6 it This is a Sonora Chime clock by Seth Thomas. Manage money 24/7 with the #1 most loved banking app 1. Enter the dollar amount and a quick note. A beautifully inlaid beehive case which is incredible in size and condition. It is for a Rod Strike Westminster Chime Clock. the second movement that rings the 5 bells seems to be ok. matteov772012 (10,114) 100%. As time marched on, Sonora did its best to stay relevant, and began producing record players as the Sonora Phonograph Company in 1913. These are not really 'Sonora' clocks because they don't use the Sonora bells, they use Mayland rod gongs. Email address. com. Nov 18, 2018 · On a side note, New Haven produced a large bracket clock case that both the Willcock chime mechanism and early pre-ST 10 bell Sonora clocks utilized. Around 1900, the Sonora Chime Company had begun making chiming clocks in New York City. Sonora Phonograph Corp. Aug 25, 2017 · Sonora also made a portable phonograph. FREE shipping. Vintage small 8 day Seth Thomas Maple wind-up clock 6 by 8 inches. It is listed in LY's Seth Thomas Clocks Third Edition, Vol I on page 159. e commerce player sound files are attached at the beginning of this listing to assist you in reviewing the. Check on Amazon. Armiger died in a house fire in 1896. Jul 25, 2018. 99. Sold. 119. Starting from the back of the movement, label the. Company started around 1900 as the Sonora Chime Company, making chiming clocks in New York City. 90A. NICE 8 DAY GERMAN WESTMINSTER CHIME TAMBOR MAHOGANY MANTEL CLOCK PROJECT! Pre-Owned · Westminster. Now remove the first three bells and put them. Seth Thomas aquired the patent rights in 1908. NAWCC Member. A. New Haven Stephen Willcock Chime #3 - I really like these clocks - the resonance chamber in the bottom of the clock acts like a speaker for the otherwise very small cathedral gongs. William Hoschke of New York, New York applied for his patent on this design on April 16, 1907, and the patent was Jan 27, 2024 · I found this Seth Thomas Sonora Chime clock in Keene, New Hampshire 10 days ago. 18" tall x 12" wide x 9" deep, Inlaid case. 00. Search titles only By: the seth thomas sonora chime clock number 11 - 1911 is listed in noted authority tran duy lyâe(tm)s âeoeseth thomas clocks and movementsâe third edition, volume 1, page 165. in order from the back to front 1, 2, 3 and 4. for your collection, or for ones own pleasure. From what I see, there is a cam on the chime barrel gear. , New York, USA," dial signed "Sonora" 19 x 13 x 8 1/2 inches Mar 24, 2021 · Today we made a video to disassemble 1908 Seth Thomas Sonora Chime Clock with 4 Bells. Later it became the Sonora Phonograph Company in 1913, guess what they made In 1924 they started making radios, and limped along doing so for the next 33 years until 1957 when they fell into bankruptcy and went out of business. Check the mail. If the original rivet / hole is loose the chances of tightening it are slim to none. 75 inches wide, and 10. Whether it was for a child’s birthday party, a picnic, or a trip to the mountains, the Sonora Portable was easy to take along for the ride. $325. Sep 20, 2007 · The Seth Thomas sonora chime clocks do not have a self correcting feature. Oct 3, 2017 · This is the sequel to an earlier video that showed the chime movement and bell assembly only. Not working. " (James R. 266" model 8-bell Sonora chime mantel clock. Mar 25, 2010 · Search first posts only. The Sonora Chime Company A rare Seth Thomas 1900 Sonora Chime Mantle Clock in a brass coated lancet-shaped case with a silver dial inscribed with Seth Thomas Sonora Chime and raised Arab numeric number indicators, 8-day time, strike and Sonora quarter-chime on alarm bells. Contact seller. Deposit checks from anywhere 3. Buy It Now Mar 31, 2009 · I understand from reading here and there that Seth Thomas first purchased the Sonora chime movement from the "Sonora Chime Clock" company, a small outfit that made a chime clock similar to what the ST offered later. At the top of the cam (kind of like a hill and valley), the pin on the barrel drops over the edge fine and the next song is played. How do I get this corrected? Also the dial is silver with Seth Thomas in a red rectangle and no mention of sonora chime. At the end of the fourth phase of 16 notes, the Sonora movement starts the 89 movement strike train using the lever extending from the back of the 89 movement at the upper left. Movement and dial signed Very collectable. Mainspring is fully wound and movement has power. 1914. 16, circa 1913. Sonora Chimes Mahogany Bracket Clock circa 1910-11 the mahogany case with inlay and gilt brass mounts, brass 8-day time and strike movement with separate 10 bell music box at the bottom playing 12 tunes, movement signed "Sonora Chime Co. Oct 4, 2021. Sonora Phonograph Company. Both Chime members and non-members can get their money instantly! Non-members have up to 14 days to claim funds by entering a valid debit card. Fill out the info. The only difference in a model 2002 and 2003 is the inlay on the 2003 model. Works. The older Seth Thomas chime clocks with dual movements did not arrange the rods in sequential order. Antique Seth Thomas Sonora Chime Mantle Clock with Pendulum and Key. The sonora chime by Seth Thomas that has dual chimes (whittington. , New York, NY. Very unconventional setup, similar to the Sonora line by ST. Search titles only By: Seth Thomas 5 Bell Sonora Chime Clock. Rates are very different in different shops. Sonora Chime Clock: 8 bell Sonora chime clock from Regina Clock Co. 50 shipping. I found that the pendulum bob had somehow been knocked off and lodged behind the 1st bell. This one is the #5 chime clocks and plays Westminister chimes on a nest of 4 bells with 5 hammers. VERY RARE. It is striking the hour on the half hour. Seth Thomas Sonora Chime Clock Movement No. Weighing only fifteen pounds, it measured 10. The very last production runs of "Sonora" chime clocks utilized the Mayland gong rods before Seth Thomas switched over to the 113 and 124 three train chime movements. Members of the Sonora Manual Chimes Antique collectible manual chimes, wall mount or table free-standing chimes Known mostly for its chime bells for installation in clocks, this item for sale is Sonora's lesser know Feb 1, 2024 · Antique Seth Thomas 4 bell Sonora chime clock #00. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Clocks\Antique (Pre-1930)\Shelf, Mantel”. I do not personally consider clocks with the Mayland rods to be The item “RESTORED & RARE SETH THOMAS ANTIQUE 8 BELL SONORA CHIME CLOCK NO. Dec 21, 2006 · I'm looking for some information on the Sonora Chime Clock. 7h 33m. The winding arbor for the chime is in the 3 o’clock position. I have not been able to find a movement that will be able to be mounted with the pictured screw arrangement. 113 movement. The rivet on the barrel has to be replaced and, I might add, remounted on the other side of the barrel. Both clock movements have been overhauled and serviced recently and the clock runs and strikes fine. The one I just picked up is missing some levers. Mirror and roses. Due to the size of William Hoschke's resonator box and mechanism, a larger case was needed. It was located at 78 Reade St. timwk5h10. This clock was the first Westminster chiming clock, and still one of the best sounding chimes ever. The chimes can be silenced, leaving the hour only striking, or allowed to play Westminster chimes every 15 minutes. $23. The seller is “justify55″ and is located in Huntsburg, Ohio. #1. 3. 0" X . These were licensed by a better-known company and built into Seth Thomas clocks. if the player does not appear then copy this link. Metric equivalent: 25. May 21, 2008 · It is a bronze Seth Thomas Sonora, beautiful clock. This clock is in excellent working order. , established in 1910. : Predecessor: Sonora Chime Company started making two-movement chime clocks around 1900. There have been six models identified from catalogs differing mostly in case design. Jul 15, 2012 · Yes, the Sonora Chime clock is sought after for it's lovely sound. Baltimore, MD 1892-1936 Founded by James R. New Haven also produced the T&S movement to run with the 10 bell Sonora clock. 2. 8 bell sonora chime clock number 255 - 1912. 14"h x 10 1/4" x 7 1/4"w. You will find the base is signed "MAYLAND NY". Jan 5, 2007. $104. account is a few clicks away. 75 inches long, 10. first bell 3. Hoschke expertise was in music box engineering, he utilized background in designing of the "Sonora" configuration. $5. Oct 17, 2018 · Oct 17, 2018. Shown here is the bell and resonator assembly, and . the sonora 11 is a delight to view, with a highest grade satin dull rubbed ribbon mahogany patina and a clean and stylish cabinet design that really attracts attention. May 9, 2006 · However, when on alternate, which changes the chime from Westminster to Whittington after the top of the hour, the chime train locks up. Apr 17, 2006 · You do indeed have a "Sonora Chime" clock by Seth Thomas Clock Co. Seth Thomas Beehive, Sonora Chime 5 Bells. The Sonora Chime Company was reincorporated in February of 1913 as the Sonora Phonograph Company by its founder, George Brightson. the seth thomas sonora chime clock number 4 1909 is listed in noted authority tran duy lys seth thomas clocks and movements third edition, volume 1, page 151. Round brass feet, bowed and beveled glass in the brass sash. Sonora began as the Sonora Chime Company back in the early 1900s, they made chimes for clocks. IMHO, Sonora chime springs are heavy. , New York, this clock precedes the Seth Thomas Sonora chime clocks. The clock is made of wood, has a 4. Choose “Pay. Pre-Owned · Seth Thomas. Antique Seth Thomas 5 bell Very Rare Sonora Chime #58 in Museum condition ! Local pickup or free delivery And Setup Within 75 Miles. Mar 14, 2024 · Initially patented by William Hoschke owner of the Sonora Chime Company in the early 20th century and in approximately 1912 the patent rights to the bell chime mechanism and resonator were acquired Vintage Seth Thomas Westminster Chime Mantel Clock. silvered dial with Arabic numerals and marked Seth Chime; Arts & Crafts, Sonora, Oak & Brass, 4 Chimes, Table Model. The cost of the spring is minor. #5. May 4, 2013 · Lot 0146A Details. Feb 4, 2018 · The name originally came from the Sonora Chime Company. Get paid up to two days early 2 with direct deposit. 98. (49) $300. (519) $60. No minimum balance requirement or monthly service fees. The company then went on to sell phonographs and reincorporated as the Sonora Phonograph Company in 1913. Your online checking. 89N and the Sonora chime movement is a No. This Sonora Chime clock was acquired at an estate auction on Nov. This new design gave a particularly pleasant sound in a compact package. Sonora was a large phonograph manufacturer. Sonora moved westward in 1923, when it merged with a furniture company Aug 27, 2019 · Aug 27, 2019. 022" X 136" Seth Thomas Sonora Chime Hole End Mainspring. The clock portion of that process Sonora (6) More images. tlvejfhrtdpymgoponzo