About the Ansonia “Marquis” Clock
Title: The Ansonia “Marquis” Clock Model: A Collector’s Guide
The Ansonia “Marquis” clock model, produced by the renowned Ansonia Clock Company between 1895 and 1902, is a masterpiece of American horology that graces many antique clock collections. This exquisite timepiece belongs to the mantel category, making it an ideal decorative piece for any room due to its compact yet imposing design.
The “Marquis” boasts a distinctive case constructed primarily from brass and mahogany, showcasing intricate craftsmanship that highlights the Victorian Era’s ornate aesthetics. The clock’s elaborate case features floral scrollwork and raised panels, reflecting the attention to detail characteristic of Ansonia’s production during this period.
What sets the “Marquis” apart as a collectible item is its combination of artistic beauty and technical precision. This clock showcases Ansonia’s innovative use of a three-train movement, allowing for features such as a striking mechanism that chimes Westminster or Whittington quarter hours, along with a repeating strike function for hours, quarters, and minutes upon demand. Additionally, the “Marquis” boasts a pendulum visible through a glass door in the case’s base, adding to its visual appeal.
Notable features of the Ansonia “Marquis” clock model include adjustable strike and chime on/off switches, a night shutoff mechanism, and a dial with Arabic numerals and Roman hour markers. The clock’s dial is available in two variations: one featuring a white background and black numerals or a reverse scheme with a black background and white numerals. These details make the Ansonia “Marquis” a highly sought-after collector’s item, offering
Auction Records and Price History
The following 18 auction record(s) show actual sale prices for the Ansonia “Marquis” model clock. Prices vary based on condition, originality, and current market demand. Search for more records on AntiqueClocksPriceGuide.com.
Ansonia Clock Co., New York, 4-glass Crystal Regulator, the “MARQUIS”, with open escapement on porcelain dial, and French style trimmings on case, c.1904
this clock has stood in a moist climate and the brass has oxidized to brown; the maid polishing has left Brasso residue in the crevices. Mov’t is complete and sound, ticks and strikes. 2-vial pendulum is intact. Ht 15.5″
Sold: $230 | Date: 5/15/2010 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
Ansonia Clock Co., New York, NY, “Marquis”, 8 day, time and strike spring driven movement crystal regulator mantel clock.
Brass and cast ornaments case has general loss to the original gilding. Original porcelain dial has a hairline crack in the center area. Original hands and pendulum. The right beveled glass panel has a small chip on the lower corner. The other glass panels are fine. Movement is signed. The top finial has a small dent on the base.
Sold: $225 | Date: April 29, 2017 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
Ansonia Marquis crystal regulator:
open escapement; beveled glass; nice original surfaces & patina. (Tiny flaked area to lower back door; minor porcelain dial cracks.) Running at the time of listing, not guaranteed to continue. 15 1/2″ T x 7 1/2″ W
Sold: $550 (12 Bids) | Date: Feb 17th, 2007 | Source: Tom Harris Auctions
Ansonia Clock Co. crystal regulator, “Marquis”, ca 1904.
One of the best crystal regulators I have ever had. It is not perfect, but the rich gold ornaments still have most of the gold intact. The brass box is also good but a light polishing would help. It stands 15 1/2 inches high and is all original. The movement is 8 day, half hour gong strike, 2 piece porcelain dial with open escapement, 4 beveled plate glasses with nary a corner chip. Most unusual. This is a keeper. Ly-Ansonia No.334.
Sold: $0 unsold | Date: January, 2002 | Source: Horton’s Antique Clocks
Ansonia Clock Co. crystal regulator, “Marquis”, ca 1904.
This nice clock is 8 day and would normally strike on a standing gong, however the movement has no strike side wheels except the main spring barrel The clock is an excellent runner so for those who don’t like the noise this one could be what you want The polished brass case has rich gold ornaments All parts are there and it has four perfect beveled glasses It has a two piece porcelain dial, which is excellent, and the always sought after feature, the visible escapement Ly-Ansonia No.334
Sold: $444 | Date: January, 2002 | Source: Horton’s Antique Clocks
Ansonia Clock Co. crystal regulator, “Marquis”, ca 1904.
This oneis a notch above the average crystal regulator because of the Jeweled Sashand Jeweled Pendulum. Believe me the jewels make a difference. They are like diamonds in that they pick up and reflect light which draws your attention to them and away from the dirty brass case and the used to be “Rich Gold Ornaments”.Over half of the rich gold has disappeared and the brass needs to be polishedagain. The 8 day movement is ticking away as I type, strikes half hours andhours on the standing gong. The case is 15.5″ high, with 4 beveled glasses.Front glass and one side glass has corner chips. 2 piece porcelain dial hasa hairline on the inner dial, east to west, dirt is what makes you noticeit. As I say repeatedly, would disappear with a cleaning. All jewels intactand retain their bright color. Ly-Ansonia No. 334.
Sold: $865 | Date: July, 2003 | Source: Horton’s Antique Clocks
Ansonia Clock C., crystal regulator, “Marquis”, C. 1904.
Nice original case of polished brass and rich gold ornaments attached top and base. It has lost only a small amount of the original shine. 8 day movement is running strong, strikes the half hours on a standing gong, with an imitation mercury pendulum. Dial is a little different than we normally see on the crystal regulators. It is brass with recessed numerals painted black, open escapement, original hands, and all good. Four good beveled glasses on this 15.5″ case. This is a dandy, clean clock. Ly-Ansonia #334.
Sold: $661 | Date: July, 2004 | Source: Horton’s Antique Clocks
Ansonia Clock Co., crystal regulator, “Marquis”, C. 1904.
Almost a perfect crystal regulator, rich gold ornaments still has most of the original gilt; brass case body is sound, not polished in a long time but still satisfactory. The case is 15.5″ high, all original including the 2 piece porcelain dial with only an inkling of a hairline around one arbor, good open escapement, original hands and imitation 2 jar mercury pendulum. 4 beveled glasses, all perfect. 8 day movement was just serviced, is running very good, and strikes half hours on a standing cathedral gong. This one should be in someone’s collection. Ly-Ansonia #334.
Sold: $625 | Date: July, 2004 | Source: Horton’s Antique Clocks
Ansonia Clock Co. crystal regulator, “Marquis”, C. 1904.
The case body which is polished brass, and the case ornaments, has been refinished in a gold that closely resembles the polished brass. The clock was completely redone by Bruce Baziluk. It is clean and polished inside and out including the imitation mercury pendulum, 2 piece porcelain dial, the rings, the open escapement mechanism, and even the original hands. The clock stands 15.5″ high, has 4 beveled glasses, all but one with teeny tiny corner nicks. I sure wouldn’t spend $100 to replace them. 8 day round movement is signed, has a rack and snail strike count, and strikes half hours and hours on the ornate standing gong. Ly-Ansonia #334.
Sold: $0 unsold | Date: July, 2004 | Source: Horton’s Antique Clocks
Ansonia Clock Co., New York, NY, “Marquis”. 8 days, time and strike spring brass movement crystal regulator.
Cast brass case that has lost its original gilding and is now polished brass. The applied ornaments look to be gold painted. Original porcelain dial is perfect and the hands are original. Movement is signed. The faux mercury pendulum is from a Waterbury clock, but looks OK. All the beveled glass panels are fine.
Sold: $300 | Date: May 15, 2016 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
Ansonia “Marquis” Crystal Regulator Clock
signed; ornate paste brilliant pendulum; porcelain dial; open escapement. (Hairlines in the chapter ring.) 15 1/2″
Sold: $700 | Date: October 1, 2011 | Source: Tom Harris Auctions
Ansonia Clock Co., New York, “Marquis”, 8 day, time and strike, spring brass movement crystal regulator mantel clock.
Brass and cast metal case has some original gilding and later applied gold paint on parts of the case. Original porcelain dial and three beveled glass panels are fine. Right glass panel has a corner chip. Nicely made pendulum is a replacement. Movement is signed.
Sold: $250 | Date: October 21, 2017 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
Ansonia Clock Co., New York, NY, “Marquis” crystal regulator with a visible escapement and an 8 days, hour and half hour strike, spring driven, movement, c1904.
The basic brass portion of the clock shows oxidation and has lost its luster. All gilt embellishments are present, but show some wear. The porcelain dial is in excellent condition with one minor hairline crack at the strike side winding hole. The hands are original and the movement is signed. Ht 15 1/2″.
Sold: $350 | Date: October 25, 2015 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
Ansonia Clock Co., New York, “Marquis” brass and beveled glass 8 day time and strike visible escapement crystal regulator with rhinestone highlights on dial and pendulum, c1905
this ornate clock has been beautifully restored to its highly polished original appearance, with all brilliants present. All the thick glass panels are fine, as is the white porcelain dial. The pallets now have one garnet and steel pin Ht 15.5″
Sold: $575 | Date: October 26, 2013 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
Ansonia Clock Co., New York, NY, “Marquis”, 8 day, time and strike crystal regulator mantel clock, c1904
Polished brass and gold ornaments case in good condition with some scraps on the brass top. The top finial is damaged with a crack in the base. An unusual gilt dial has some wear to some of the numbers. Hands are original. The knob on the front door is missing and one of the fastening knobs on the pendulum is missing. Beveled glass panels are fine. Movement is signed. Ht 15.5″
Sold: $300 | Date: October 28, 2012 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
Ansonia Clock Co., New York, NY, “Marquis”, 8 day, time and strike, brass and glass crystal regulator mantel clock with visible escapement, c1904
the lacquered brass and polished gold mostly are restored to original brightness. The beveled glasses and simulated mercury pendulum are fine. There is one crack across the inner porcelain dial; the pallets are red jewels. Ht 15″
Sold: $300 | Date: October 28, 2012 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
Ansonia Clock Co., New York, NY, “Marquis” model crystal regulator, eight day time and strike movement, open escapement, simulated mercury pendulum, white enamel Arabic numeral dial, blued steel hands, gilt brass case with gilt spelter ornament, beveled glass panels c1900
Movement would benefit from cleaning, runs and strikes, gilding on pendulum with wear, white enamel dial very good, hands replaced, case has been professionally regilded, ornament at upper right on case front repaired, urn at top of case detached (just needs a nut), beveled glasses very good, Ht 15 1/2″
Sold: $700 | Date: October 28, 2012 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
Ansonia Clock Co., New York, “Marquis” crystal regulator, 8 day, time and strike, spring driven movement with open escapement in brass case with rhinestone highlights on dial and pendulum, c1905
the top urn is complete and original but needs to be reattached (needs nut). The original gilding is worn. Ht 15″
Sold: $270 | Date: October 29, 2011 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts