How much should I pay for a grandfather clock?

Expect that your grandfather clock could be worth anywhere from $200 to $20,000 depending on the features and the condition of the clock.

Is a grandfather clock a good investment?

Grandfather clocks can have a high investment value as long as they are maintained and restored carefully. A high quality, working antique grandfather clock rarely costs less than $3000. The rarest grandfather clocks, such as those made during the aforementioned Golden Age, can be worth as much as $100,000.

Are grandfather clocks outdated?

“Grandfather clocks are classic items – not a fad,” said Kerstin Chelius, president of Sandmark House on Beach Boulevard. “They’ve been around for hundreds of years and will continue to be around for hundreds more.”

Where is the best place to put a grandfather clock?

“They do best in a room that’s comfortable for everyday living, not too hot or cold, and not too damp or dry. These clocks are susceptible to extreme fluctuations in humidity and temperature. And just like other fine pieces of furniture, the fluctuations can cause the wood to swell and shrink.”

What should I look for when buying a grandfather clock?

Selection should be based on:

  • Style the “look” that fits best in your home.
  • Size always measure the “footprint” where you wish to place the new clock.
  • Features choose chiming melodies and night-time shutoff options.
  • Price Our finest clocks cost less than 80.00/year over their lifetime.

Why are grandfather clocks so expensive?

Craftsmanship. A big reason why the clocks are so expensive, and also why they’re so coveted, is because of the talent and craftsmanship that goes into them. A lot of skilled labour goes into making a masterpiece like a grandfather clock.

Whats the difference between a grandfather clock and a grandmother clock?

What is the difference between a grandmother and a grandfather clock? Both grandmother and grandfather clocks are long case pendulum clocks, but grandfather clocks are generally taller than grandmother clocks, measuring in between 6 and 7 feet, while grandmother clocks typically measure between 5 and 6 feet.

How can you tell if a grandfather clock is real?

You can tell the early grandfather clock designs apart by their cabinetry. A long, rounded waist and pot-belly cabinet marks the antique Comtoise designs, and the clock face has a convex, round enameled dial.

What should I look for in a grandfather clock?

Can I move a grandfather clock myself?

Grandfather Clocks weigh anywhere from 100 to 200 pounds and require special attention when moving them from one place to another. While it’s possible to move a Grandfather Clock by yourself, we recommend having at least one partner nearby to help out with the heavy lifting.

Why are grandfather clocks 6 feet tall?

It was originally known as a tall-case clock, but about 1875 the song “My Grandfather’s Clock” became popular, and soon the tall clocks were given a new nickname. The clocks were 6 feet to 9 feet high because the case had to have room for the long, swinging pendulum and the weights.