About the Ansonia “Regal” Clock
Title: Ansonia “Regal” Clock Model: A Collector’s Guide
The Ansonia “Regal” clock model, produced by the renowned Ansonia Clock Company, is a striking mantel clock that continues to captivate antique clock collectors worldwide. This exquisite timepiece graced the market during the late Victorian era, specifically between 1890 and 1920.
The Regal’s case is crafted primarily from walnut or mahogany, two premium hardwoods that not only lend a rich aesthetic but also stand the test of time. The design exhibits an intricate level of detail, with elaborate carvings and ornate brass trim accentuating the clock’s overall elegance. The dial is typically white enamel, framed by a bezel embellished with rosettes and other decorative motifs.
What sets the Ansonia “Regal” apart in the realm of collectible clocks are several factors. Firstly, its exceptional craftsmanship is evident in every detail, reflecting the high standards of the Ansonia Clock Company. Secondly, the Regal’s striking design, with its intricate carvings and ornate details, makes it a standout piece in any collection. Lastly, the use of premium hardwoods such as walnut and mahogany enhances the clock’s value over time due to their durability and rarity.
Notable features of the Ansonia “Regal” include its eight-day time and strike movement, chiming Westminster or Whittington quarter hours, and a pendulum with a polished brass bob suspended from a finely engraved brass disk. Additionally, the clock’s quality brass-bound wooden mantel stand adds stability and contributes to its overall
Auction Records and Price History
The following 7 auction record(s) show actual sale prices for the Ansonia “Regal” model clock. Prices vary based on condition, originality, and current market demand. Search for more records on AntiqueClocksPriceGuide.com.
Ansonia Clock Co. near the top of the line for crystal regulators, the “Regal”, ca 1905.
This metal and glass clock is exceptionally heavy and is comprised of a multitude of cast metal pieces. It originally came out with a rich gold finish, now it is aged and has attracted some household pollutants that need to be cleaned off. I would estimate at least three fourths of the original finish is still present. The case is all original and complete. We see no breaks or repairs. The four beveled glasses are perfect excepting for some grime around the edges. A good cleaning would improve the case immensely. The clock is 18″ high, and if you were to remove all the cast ornaments you would get down to a plain crystal regulator, four glasses and the brass rectangular case. The pendulum is large and perfect. The movement is 8 day, rack count, gong strike and is a strong runner. I have turned it every which way inspecting the glasses and case parts, and the pendulum just kept on swinging. Two piece porcelain dial is signed, has some faint hairlines, and has the original hands and open escapement. Ly-Ansonia, pages 109-110. We have seen this model sell all over the board, depending on the type auction, from $5500 to $6720 at a northeast auction just a few years ago. In those cases it is the unsuspecting internet bidders that pay the high dollar.
Sold: $3,006 | Date: 7/31/2010 | Source: Horton’s Antique Clocks
Ansonia Clock Co., Ansonia, Conn., “Regal”, 8 days, time and strike, brass movement crystal regulator mantel clock, c1905 This clock listed from the factory a $96.00.
This heavy very ornate rococo style case is in nice condition with a fair amount of it’s gold finish remaining. There is more wear to the gold finish on the top behind the decorative mountings. Original porcelain dial is perfect and hands are original. Original decorative pendulum. The beveled panel in the rear door has a very tiny chip on a couple of the corners. The other glass panels are fine. Ht 18.5″
Sold: $3,200 | Date: April 27, 2014 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
C.1905, Ansonia Clock Co., “REGAL” , Gilt bronze crystal regulator, 8-day time and strike with exposed escapement.
Condition: overall excellent original condition, about as nice as you will find. Porcelain dial is perfect, gilding is good with minor wear and gilt pendulum is original. This is the self-same clock pictured on the cover of Tran Duy Ly’s book titled “Ansonia Clocks and Watches”. See the Ansonia book, page 109 for additional details. We sold the last one in 2003 for 6000+720= $6720; that price is shown in the 2004 price update. Height 18.5 inches
Sold: $3,700 | Date: April, 2008 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
Ansonia Clock Co. crystal regulator, “Regal”, ca 1905.
Mr. Ly featured this clock on the front of his “Ansonia Clocks & Watches” book in 1998. At that time many of the country’s best known collectors valued the clock at 4000 dollars. Since then we have seen them sell at auctions and on Ebay for many hundreds more as Ansonia prices have been on the rise. The large gold gilt and brass case is 18.5 inches high and 10.5 inches wide. The case was professionally refinished with new gold gilt, brass polished, and like the preceding clocks, it is clean and shining. The rare and impossible to replace pendulum, is like everything else on this clock, perfect. The movement, 2 piece porcelain dial with open escapement, is like the other crystal regulators. Some say this is Ansonia’s finest. Bob Schmitt’s October 2003 auction sold a Regal for 6000 dollars plus 12% premium. Ly-Ansonia, pages 109-110.
Sold: $0 unsold | Date: June, 2004 | Source: Horton’s Antique Clocks
Ornate Ansonia “Regal” Crystal Regulator Clock
signed; fabulous finish, patina and pendulum; open escapement; top quality! 18 1/2″
Sold: $3,100 | Date: October 1, 2011 | Source: Tom Harris Auctions
C.1905, Ansonia REGAL crystal regulator in excellent original condition.
The Regal was Ansonia’s most elegant crystal regulator, and is pictured on the front of the Ansonia book by Tran Duy Ly. This clock retains original fancy pendulum which is impossible to find when missing. Note this clock retains its original yellow gilding, which is so often gone or restored. For additional information, see Ly’s Ansonia book, page 109, fig 283. Height 18.5 inches
Sold: $6,000 | Date: October 18, 2003 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
Ansonia Clock Co., New York, “Regal”, 8 day, time and strike, spring driven brass movement crystal regulator mantel clock with visible escapement.
Rich gold case in nice condition for its age has most of the original gilding intact with some wear on the high spots. There is more wear to the gilding on the door bezel. Original porcelain dial has hairline cracks at the winding arbors and one at the number eleven. Original hands and pendulum. All the beveled glass panels are fine. Movement is signed.
Sold: $1300 | Date: October 27, 2018 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts