About the Ansonia “Crystal Palace No. 1 Extra” Clock
Title: Ansonia Crystal Palace No. 1 Extra: A Grandeur of Antique Clock Craftsmanship
The Ansonia Crystal Palace No. 1 Extra is an iconic mantel clock model that embodies the epitome of American clock-making artistry during the late 19th century. This exquisite timepiece, produced between 1876 and 1895, represents the pinnacle of Ansonia Clock Company’s production during the Victorian era.
The Crystal Palace No. 1 Extra boasts a remarkable case design crafted primarily from cast brass, adorned with intricate floral motifs and filigree details. The clock stands at an impressive height of approximately 27 inches, making it a grand addition to any mantel or sideboard. Its glass dome cover, supported by four elegantly sculpted feet, offers a clear view of the precision-engineered movement within.
What sets the Crystal Palace No. 1 Extra apart from other antique clocks is its combination of grandeur and intricate detailing. This clock model features an enamel dial with Roman numerals and a finely crafted brocade-style decoration around the perimeter. The pendulum, visible through the glass dome, adds a touch of scientific charm to this ornate timepiece.
Notable features include the Ansonia’s signature Westminster chime mechanism, which plays the full melody every hour on the hour, and its precise movement that ensures accurate timekeeping for over a century. The Crystal Palace No. 1 Extra is not only a testament to the skill of American clock makers but also a symbol of the opulence and elegance of the Victorian era. For collectors seeking an exceptional example of antique clock craftsmanship, the Anson
Auction Records and Price History
The following 32 auction record(s) show actual sale prices for the Ansonia “Crystal Palace No. 1 Extra” model clock. Prices vary based on condition, originality, and current market demand. Search for more records on AntiqueClocksPriceGuide.com.
Ansonia Crystal Palace No. 1 Extra Clock,
8-day time and strike, spring-driven, brass movement. Printed paper dial, Roman numerals and cast brass bezel. Glass dome with mahogany oval base. Bronzed figure of soldier with rifle on right and sailor with net on left. Mirrored back below movement and between figures, ca 1880, as show in Tran Duy Ly’s Ansonia Clocks, pg 95, Fig. 240. 13.5″ wide x 6.5″ deep x 19″ high.Ex Paul A. Heffner Collection.Dome is period replacement, bezel reattached to dial; else VG. We do not guarantee Working order of clocks and watches.
Sold: $325 (2 Bids) | Date: Jun 26th, 2004 | Source: Cowan’s Auctions
Antique Ansonia Crystal Palace No. 1 Extra Clock
Jul 2021 – #166 Antique American Clocks Ansonia Clock Co. “Crystal Palace No. 1 Extra”, ca. 1880. Ansonia made an early and a later version of this model; this is the later version, where the figures differ from those on the early model (see page 95 of Ly’s book Clocks & Watches) The clock stands 19 inches tall with the dome (note that the dome is cracked in back); without the dome it is 17 inches tall. The Extra had a fancier bezel than the No. 1; note the turquoise coloring in the indentations of the bezel, also seen on the Ansonia Monarch. The dial is old paper with some yellowing, but is correct, as is the two-barrel pendulum and both statues, which may have been repainted but show wear. The mahogany base is missing one rondel on the right next to the bell; the mirror is original. This example does not have a label. The 8-day time-and-strike movement is running and striking a nickel bell with a nice sound on the hours and half-hours. This model is popular and relatively common, currently selling for $250 to $400.
Retail: $200 | Date: 07/01/2021 | Source: AntiqueAmericanClocks.com
Antique Ansonia Crystal Palace No. 1 Extra Clock
Jul 2021 – #167 Antique American Clocks Ansonia Clock Co. “Crystal Palace No. 1 Extra”, ca. 1880. A second No. 1 Extra, this one with different figures and possibly the original dome. The cast brass dial lacks the turquoise inpainting on the dial surround. The dial itself is paper in good condition, signed and with the Ansonia logo. The mirror is likely original and the clock is mounted on a walnut or mahogany base, with an Ansonia label on the back. The 8-day, time-and-strike movement is signed and running, striking on a nickel bell, with an Ansonia pendulum. Nothing not to like here.
Retail: $261 | Date: 07/01/2021 | Source: AntiqueAmericanClocks.com
Ansonia Crystal Palace no. 1 Extra mantel Clock, Circa 1880
This clock is an Ansonia ” Crystal Palace no. 1 Extra “. It is in excellent condition. The clock is under a large glass dome. It has an 8 day bell strike movement. The cast speltor figure depicts a sailor and a maiden. The clock is in great original condition and only shows very minor wear , much less than expected on a 120 year old clock. The movement has been recently serviced and runs very well. The dimensions of this clock are 19.5 ” x 14 ” x 7 “. Running duration 8 Days
Retail: $950 | Date: 10/30/2000 | Source: Mark of Time
C.1880, Ansonia “Crystal Palace No. 1 Extra” Crystal Regulator
in very good condition, with replacement dome that fits well. This clock has the same rifleman and fisher with net statues illustrated in Ly’s 2nd Ansonia book on page 95. Retains original dial, hands, pendulum and statues, and is in running order. The original dial is outstanding with only minor wear. Minor scrapes to base. Height 17″ $700-900
Sold: $700 | Date: 11/1/2000 | Source: R.O. Schmitt Fine Arts
C.1880, Ansonia, “Crystal Palace No. 1 Extra”, less dome.
This is a clean clock, nicely restored, the walnut base and back splat refinished, rosettes replaced, mov’t cleaned and the dial re-papered. Retains old finish on statues of Hunter and Fisherwoman. Pendulum is original. We see domes advertised in several places, including Ben Bowen and Sal Cabibbo. Ly priced this at $600 (1998) without dome. Height 17Ó $400-$600
Sold: $0 unsold | Date: 11/3/2002 | Source: R.O. Schmitt Fine Arts
C.1880, Ansonia Clock Co., “Crystal Palace No. 1 Extra”, 8-day time and bell strike mantel clock, less dome.
Condition: Walnut base in nice condition with an original finish that has some damage to the finish on the back of the upright. Original paper dial has age darkened, and with some losses, but is still remarkable for its age. Hands and pendulum are original. Original figures show only traces of the original bright finish. Lacking dome. For a full discourse on the Crystal Palace development, see Tran Ly’s book on Ansonia, 2nd edition, pages 91-104. Height 16.75 inches [42.54 cm]
Sold: $250 | Date: 4/22/2007 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
C.1880, Ansonia Clock Co., “Crystal Palace No. 1 Extra”, 8-day time/strike mantel clock, in excellent original condition
with original Dome (not a new dome, and we left it in a box to avoid damage) Steve acquired this clock from Tran Duy Ly in 1984. The original dial has darkened a little and has some stains and a little wear near the winding holes. The hands are original. The movement is properly signed. The walnut base has its original finish. The upright supporting the movement had a wash coat of shellac a long time ago to freshen the original finish (a little glossier). The statues are original. There is a brass reinforcement strip in the rear, where the upright meets the base to help strengthen it. Height 17.5 inches
Sold: $1,400 | Date: 4/26/2003 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
Ansonia Clock Co., New York, “Crystal Palace No. 1 Extra”, spring driven 8 days, time and hour/half-hour strike, c1880.
Very nice example of this model. The period dome fits the clock, however the dome base is slightly wider than the wooden clock base. The paper dial is in excellent condition. The statues retain a small amount of the gilding and paint. Ht17″.
Sold: $400 | Date: April 27, 2014 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
C.1880, Ansonia Clock Co., “Crystal Palace No. 1 Extra” 8-day time and strike walnut mantel clock in very good restored condition.
The movement, bezel, statutes, pendulum and hands have been cleaned and polished. The original gears for the geneva stop that mount on the winding arbors have been lost. The movement is signed Ansonia. The original dial is very clean with only a small stain at the 4 o’clock position; original pendulum. This clock has one of the better reproduction domes in good condition. Main foto is taken without dome. Height 14 1/2″
Sold: $600 | Date: April, 2002 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
C.1878, Ansonia Clock Co., “Crystal Palace No. 1 Extra”, 8-day time and bell strike, with walnut base, under a glass shade.
Condition: the imported dome is new (and with fish-eyes and blemishes). The movement is an earlier one with rectangular plates. Note the top portion of the Geneva stop is lacking, a common situation when repairman don’t have the patience to set it up. This version has statues of the Oarsman and the Spear Fisher. The oar is intact, but now loose in his hand, as is the spear in the ladies hand; figures are excellent.. Paper dial has darkened some with age, but overall good condition. Generally a very good example of this model. Fro reference, see Ly’s book titled Ansonia Clicks, (1998) pages 91-102, and with information of the inventor, H. J. Davies. Height 18 inches
Sold: $550 | Date: April, 2008 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
C.1875, Ansonia Clock Co., “Crystal Palace No. 1 Extra”, 8-day time and strike mantel clock, under dome, with restorations.
Condition: Walnut bottom base has been refinished, while the mirrored back/upright has its original finish. Metal dial surround and figures have been repainted. Original paper dial has turned dark. Hands and pendulum are proper replacements. Movement is signed Ansonia, and is clean and running briskly. All of Davies’ crystal palace models proved popular because folks could “see” the action of the movement. Replacement dome was purchased from Sal Cabibbo around 25 years ago. See also lot 217. Ht. 16.5″
Sold: $300 | Date: April, 2008 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
Ansonia Crystal Palace No. 1 Extra Clock
With an 8 day T&S movement; a signed paper dial; the hunter and fisher statues and the pendulum. On an oak base with normal backboard brace. The clock is running and striking at this time. Clock – 17″ Tall; Clock w/Dome – 18 1/2″ Tall
Sold: $250 | Date: Feb 01, 2014 | Source: Tom Harris
Ansonia Crystal Palace No. 1 Extra Clock
With an 8 day T&S movement; an unmarked paper dial; male and female statues and the pendulum. The clock is running and striking at this time. (The dial has been replaced.) Clock – 16 5/8″ Tall; With dome – 18 1/2″ Tall
Sold: $375 | Date: Feb 01, 2014 | Source: Tom Harris
Ansonia Crystal Palace No. 1 Extra Clock
With an 8 day T&S movement; an unmarked paper dial; statues of a man with an oar and a woman with a spear; and the pendulum. The back is labeled “Davies Sole Mfg. The Crystal Gem Clock” “Patented March 23, 1875”. The clock is running and striking at this time. Clock – 17″ Tall; Clock w/Dome – 19″ Tall
Sold: $450 | Date: Feb 01, 2014 | Source: Tom Harris
Ansonia Clock Co. “Crystal Palace No. 1 Extra”, ca 1880.
8 day, spring movement, strikes a nickel bell on the half hours. The movement is signed Ansonia. Rests on a walnut base, 14 1/2 inches by 7 1/2 inches, total height is 16 1/2 inches without the dome. The statues have lost about all of their original gilt, now a pewter color. Some green in the grooves that matches the sash surrounding the dial. The clock case is very clean, movement is running. Old dome with “cats eyes” and bubbles. Ly-Ansonia No.240-243. Looks identical to this clock.
Sold: $785 | Date: January, 2002 | Source: Horton’s Antique Clocks
Ansonia Clock Co. “Crystal Palace No. 1 Extra”; ca. 1880.
17.5 inches high oak back and base, original finish. Good original dome with band on base, old mirror. Figures still retain some of the green and gold which matches the bezel. The paper dial is an old replacement; 2 jar brass and nickel pendulum. 8- day movement strikes on bell. Running but dirty. Ly-Ansonia page 95.
Sold: $0 unsold | Date: January, 2005 | Source: Horton’s Antique Clocks
Ansonia Clock Company, “Crystal Palace No. 1 Extra”, ca 1880.
Original dial, pendulum, statues, and dome. Statues have been repainted. Dark oak base, mirrored back, 17.5 inches high. 8 day, striking on a nickel bell, correct pendulum, running strong. Proper glass dome, spider web on top does not detract. Dome should last another 100 years if you don’t bang it too hard. Ly-Ansonia, page 95.
Sold: $601 | Date: January, 2005 | Source: Horton’s Antique Clocks
Ansonia Clock Co., “Crystal Palace No. 1 Extra”, ca 1875.
8 day signed Ansonia movement, bell strike, Geneva stopworks. Statues came either gold or silver, this old set is silver. Other accessories like oar, harpoon, bell, bezel, and pendulum, are brass. New paper dial. This model was made by H. J. Davies and was first shown in the Waterbury Trade Catalog of 1875 and in the Ansonia catalog of 1880. Pendulum is the correct one for this clock. The case is 18 1/2 inches with the heavy, probably replaced, glass dome. See Ly-Ansonia, pages 91 thru 94 for pictures and discussion of these clocks.
Sold: $1,201 | Date: July, 2002 | Source: Horton’s Antique Clocks
Ansonia Clock Co. “Crystal Palace No. 1 Extra”, ca 1880.
H. J. DaviessÕ advertised his clocks as “Black Walnut Clocks” and “Visible Pendulum, with Glass Shade” (Crystal Palace) clocks. Well this one isnÕt walnut, but oak. Beautifully restored (or original) condition. I donÕt think thegreen could have been restored on the dial surround and statue bases. Thewhole clock looks like it has been in a sealed container since 1880. Another of the MillerÕs almost perfect clocks. It is 8 day, bell strike, 17-1/2 incheshigh with the glass dome. I wonÕt bore you with any more sales pitch exceptto say I have never seen or had better. Ly-Ansonia, pages 91-95.
Sold: $1,399 | Date: July, 2003 | Source: Horton’s Antique Clocks
Ansonia Clock Co. “Crystal Palace No. 1 Extra”, C. 1880.
Oak base and back, 17.5″ high, original glass dome with a band on the base. The figures, fancy bezel, movement, all clean as a pin. 8 day movement strikes a nickel bell on the half hours. It has the 2 jar, Davies Patent pendulum, and the clock is running great. No label on the back, figures have some green in the grooves like the green on the bezel. Paper dial is not signed or soiled, would take it to be a replacement. As usual with the Crystal Palaces, you can always find some things that don’t look exactly like the pictures in the catalogs. The figures for one example, the gun is resting a little more to the left, the oak base isn’t rounded quite like the catalog pictures. All I can say for sure is, it is awfully nice. Ly-Ansonia, page 95.
Sold: $727 | Date: July, 2004 | Source: Horton’s Antique Clocks
Ansonia Clock Co. “Crystal Palace No. 1 Extra”, C. 1880.
Very nice walnut base and back, correct feet, correct lower mirror, (top mirror added), Hunter and Fisher statues. Ly-Ansonia, page 95.
Sold: $180 | Date: July, 2004 | Source: Horton’s Antique Clocks
Ansonia Clock Company “Crystal Palace No. 1 Extra”, C. 1880.
Clean top to bottom, everything original under the glass, dial, pendulum, statues, 2 piece paper dial. The glass dome is a contemporary replacement, several tried until one fit just right. 18″ high, including the dome. The mirror is showing a little age, but that is good, at least we know it is original. The walnut base is clean and shining, all the metal is clean and bright. 8 day time and strike movement is running very strong, strikes on a nickel bell. Stands 16.5″ plus the dome. Ly-Ansonia, page 240.
Sold: $659 | Date: July, 2004 | Source: Horton’s Antique Clocks
Ansonia Clock Co. “Crystal Palace No. 1 Extra”, ca 1880.
This model is using an Ansonia 8 day time and strike movement, running exceptionally well, and is striking a nickel bell below the movement. The movement is signed by the maker. This clock with these statues, back brace, movement, pendulum, etc. is pictured on page 95 of Ly-Ansonia. The case is oak, but stained to resemble walnut, and it has been refinished, statues repainted, and a new paper dial installed. The mirror, bezel, pendulum, etc. are original. The dome has bubbles in the glass, fits the base perfectly, and stands 18 inches high. If you want this model with a dirty dial, statues with little original paint, this clock is not for you. It is ready to put in the best room in your house.
Sold: $865 | Date: June, 2004 | Source: Horton’s Antique Clocks
Ansonia Crystal Palace “No. 1 Extra” Dome Clock
With a T&S movement; a paper dial marked “A”; fisherman and hunter statues; the pendulum and key. (The clock is not running at this time.) (Although the clock is not running, it does strike.) Clock – 16 1/2″ Tall; Clock & Dome – 19″ Tall
Sold: $275 | Date: May 03, 2014 | Source: Tom Harris
C.1880 Ansonia Clock Co, “Crystal Palace No. 1 Extra”, 8-day time/strike mantel clock with glass dome.
Condition: Dial bezel and both statues have been brushed with gold paint. Wooden parts are refinished. Center section of the dial is missing. Original paper dial has darkened. Movement is signed. Ticks and strikes, but could stand cleaning.. Ht. 17.5″
Sold: $270 | Date: May 8, 2009 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
C.1880, Ansonia, “Crystal Palace No. 1 Extra”, less dome.
This is a clean clock, nicely restored, the walnut base and back splat refinished, rosettes replaced, mov’t cleaned and the dial re-papered. Retains old finish on statues of Hunter and Fisherwoman. Barrel pendulum is old. We see domes advertised in several places, including Ben Bowen and Sal Cabibbo. Ly priced this at $600 (1998) without dome. Height 17 inches
Sold: $575 | Date: October 18, 2003 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
Ansonia Clock Co., New York, NY, “Crystal Palace No. 1 Extra”, 8 days, time and strike, spring brass movement shelf clock, c1880
Refinished walnut case. The two cast statues are now gold painted. The mirror that should be in the frame has been replaced with a print behind glass (easily changed). The two buttons just above the frame have been replaced with metal versions. Original paper dial has age darkened with some abrasion at the mounting screws. Original hands. Pendulum is a replacement. There is no dome. Ht 17″
Sold: $275 | Date: October 25, 2015 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
Ansonia Clock Co., New York, “Crystal Palace No. 1 Extra” shelf clock with spring driven 8 days, time and strike, (hour & half hour on bell) movement on a walnut base and under a period dome, c1880.
The walnut base has been refinished to a low luster The mirror frame has been secured with two small nails. The paper dial is a newer replacement. The hands are replacements. The pendulum bob is the Davies patent bob which is correct as Henry J. Davies designed these Crystal Palace models. The two cast statues have been repainted. The dome, while old, does not fit the base of this clock. Ht 19″.
Sold: $225 | Date: October 26, 2014 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
Ansonia Clock Co., New York, “Crystal Palace No. 1 Extra” 8 days,spring driven time and strike, (hour & half hour on bell) mantel clock on a walnut base with a period dome, c1880.
The walnut base and mirror frame have original finish. The paper dial is nicely aged but has a couple of faint water spots. The hands are original. The dial bezel is in nice original condition. The pendulum bob is the Davies patent bob. The dome is old and fits the clock nicely. Ht 17 1/2″
Sold: $250 | Date: October 26, 2014 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
Ansonia Clock Co., New York, NY, “Crystal Palace No. 1 Extra”, walnut base and back mounted with silvered figures of a fisherman and a hunter, flanking a central mirror, paper Roman numeral dial with blued steel hands, surrounded by a fancy lacquered cast brass bezel, eight day time and strike movement with Davies patent style pendulum, under a glass dome, c. 1880
Wooden parts of case with an old finish, base cleaned and with one minor ding at front right, figures retain their silvered finishes under gold over paint paper dial with foxing, hands oxidized, bezel dirty and with some gold over paint it appears that the original surface may survive beneath, mirror with spotting, pendulum with spotting and losses to plating on cylinders, dome may be original Ht 17 3/4″
Sold: $650 | Date: October 28, 2012 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
C.1880, Ansonia Clock Co., ÒCrystal Palace No. 1 ExtraÓ 8-day time/strike crystal palace, with glass dome.
Condition: Walnut case with original finish . Original figures ( Rifleman and Fisher with net) have lost most of their original bronze finish. Original dial has some wear and darkened a little with age; Ansonia logo prominent. The movement is signed Ansonia. Height 17.5 inches
Sold: $850 | Date: October 31, 2004 | Source: R.O. Schmitt Fine Arts