About the Ansonia “Rosalind” Clock
Title: Ansonia Rosalind Clock Model – A Collector’s Delight
The Ansonia “Rosalind” clock model, produced by the renowned Ansonia Clock Company between 1895 and 1900, is a captivating mantel clock that continues to enthrall antique clock enthusiasts. This exquisite timepiece showcases the Company’s commitment to craftsmanship and innovation during the late Victorian era.
The Rosalind model is distinguished by its ornate case design, primarily made of walnut or mahogany, with intricate carvings that add an air of elegance and sophistication. The clock features a female figure, symbolizing “Rosalind,” standing atop the case, her hands extended as if playing a lyre. The dial is adorned with fleur-de-lis accents, further emphasizing the Victorian aesthetic.
What makes the Ansonia Rosalind clock collectible is its rarity, along with its captivating design and excellent mechanical quality. As one of the more intricate novelty clocks produced by Ansonia, it’s a sought-after piece among serious collectors. The clock’s musical movement plays a beautiful lullaby every hour on the hour, adding an auditory charm to this visually stunning timepiece.
Notable features include the high-quality brass movement, with a duration of 8 days, and the striking and silent Westminster chime option. Additionally, the Rosalind model is renowned for its excellent condition retention due to Ansonia’s meticulous craftsmanship. When restoring an Ansonia Rosalind clock, collectors can expect to preserve a piece of American horological history while adding a unique and enchanting focal point to their collection.
Auction Records and Price History
The following 19 auction record(s) show actual sale prices for the Ansonia “Rosalind” model clock. Prices vary based on condition, originality, and current market demand. Search for more records on AntiqueClocksPriceGuide.com.
C.1880, Ansonia Clock Co. ROSALIND, model enameled iron clock, 8-day time and strike with open escapement on the dial.
Condition: other than the rear dust cover has been replaced, this clock is in outstanding original condition. Has earlier Ansonia mov’t with embossed rear plate. Ly 2004 price guide = $700. Height 12.2 inches
Sold: $575 | Date: 11-08-2008 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
C.1904, Ansonia Clock Co., Rosalind, 8-day time/strike enameled iron mantel clock.
This clock has been carefully restored. The enameled case has been cleaned and polished, and the gold accents re-newed. The side figures and other metal ornaments were originally gilt or bronze finish and are now just base metal. The paper dial is a replacement. The movement is properly signed; seems to run OK, but would benefit from cleaning. A desirable model. Height 12.25Ó $200-$250
Sold: $280 | Date: 11/3/2002 | Source: R.O. Schmitt Fine Arts
Ansonia Clock Co., Ansonia, Conn., “Rosalind” 8 days, time and strike, enameled iron case mantel clock, c1904
Black enameled iron case in nice condition with a very small loss on the right side edge of the base and a small spot on the left side. Silvered side figures have worn areas down to the copper base. Original gold tone dial is pretty nice for its age. Hands are original. Movement is signed. Ht 12.25″
Sold: $250 | Date: April 27, 2014 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
Ansonia Clock Co., New York, “Rosalind” 8 days, time and strike, enameled iron mantel clock, c1904
the enameled case retains its original glossy surface with some chips and corrosion and the incised gold patterns are still bright. The fancy side figures are complete, with a nice patina, and the fancy pierced dial, with paper behind, is very good. The movement is signed; the back access door is absent. Ht 12″
Sold: $275 | Date: April 27, 2014 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
Ansonia Rosalind iron case mantle clock:
attic condition for restoration; appears virtually untouched; partial rear label; side pieces look good; dial is pretty nice. (Some finish issues; works need to be cleaned; screws missing.) Not running. 11 1/2″ T x 15″ W
Sold: $300 (12 Bids) | Date: Feb 17th, 2007 | Source: Tom Harris Auctions
This Is An Ansonia Cast Iron Mantel Clock “Rosalind”. Circa 1900-1910.
The Case Has Been Restored. The Dial Is Paper With Fancy Arabic Numbers And A Brass Cutout Overlaid Dial Mask. The Clock Has An 8-Day Spring Wound Movement With A Hour And 1/2 Hour Gong Strike. Height 12″ X Width 15 3/4″ X Depth 5 1/2″.
Date: February 23, 2005 | Source: Clocksmith
Ansonia Clock Co. iron cased clock, “Rosalind”, ca 1904.
There is a band of metal ornaments around the case, near the top, and a big band of cast ornaments near the base, both of which has lost the gilt from the metal, leaving a copper base. Excellent gold filled etchings, French sash, beveled glass, one piece porcelain dial, all very good. 8 day movement strikeshalf hours on a gong. It will run, but is out of beat. The pendulum and backdoor are correct. The enameled iron case is almost perfect, stands12inches high, 15 inches wide. Unfortunately the clock is missing the end ornaments.Ly-Ansonia No. 975.
Sold: $201 | Date: July, 2003 | Source: Horton’s Antique Clocks
Ansonia Clock Co. enameled iron case, “Rosalind”, ca 1880 or earlier I suspect.
A large iron case some-times seen with a statue sitting on top, which is always optional. To me the ladies adorning each end of the case is enough. This is another case where the man repainted the iron, put new gold in the etchings, an adequate gold job but not factory; cleaned the ornaments but didn’t gilt them. He was probably holding them until he found the right person to do all his metal clocks. The case is 12.25 inches high, 15.25 inches wide. Access to the pendulum is underneath; you remove the back iron plate to access the movement. The movement is 8 day, half hour bell strike, running. There is a full paper label on the back plate; it states this is a “One Day Strike”. Not true, the movement is definitely 8 day. The two piece porcelain dial is near perfect with a good beveled glass to protect it. If the restoration had been complete, and well done, we could expect to get about 600 dollars for this clock. Ly-Ansonia #975.
Sold: $375 | Date: June, 2004 | Source: Horton’s Antique Clocks
Ansonia Clock Co. enameled iron case “Rosalind”, ca 1904.
Iron has been repainted and looks great. Gold etchings were repainted, not as good as when original, but satisfactory. This gentleman did great movement work and for the most part refinished the cases pretty well but he would clean the old finish off the ornaments and stop there. He did not regilt or do anything to give it a proper finish. The ornaments are clean but are down to the copper base. Movement is 8 day, half hour gong strike, running real well. Case is 15.25 inches wide, 12.25 inches high. 2 piece porcelain dial is not perfect but a tiny hairline should not hurt anyone. There is a metal back door, original pendulum and key. The old 1999 price guide values this model at 550 dollars. Since then the Ansonia clocks have skyrocketed in price. Ly-Ansonia #975.
Sold: $457 | Date: June, 2004 | Source: Horton’s Antique Clocks
Ansonia Clock Co., New York, NY, “Rosalind” shelf clock with a spring driven 8 day, time and half hour strike movement in an enameled iron case.
The black enameled iron case has inlays painted gold. The ornamental pieces have also been repainted gold, The clock now has a new paper dial. The hands are original. The case back cover has been replaced,
Sold: $225 | Date: May 15, 2016 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
Ansonia Clock Co., New York, NY, “Rosalind” enameled iron 8 day time and strike mantel clock, visible escapement, c1904
the heavy cast metal case is in very good original condition with some minor wear and scratches on the painted surfaces, and a nice old patina on the bronzed figures and accents. The gold around the numbers on the signed black hard rubber dial also shows some wear. The beveled glass is fine. The movement ticks and strikes but was not tested long term.
Sold: $275 | Date: May 15, 2016 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
C.1904 Ansonia Clock Co., “Rosalind”, 8-day time/strike enameled iron case mantel clock.
Condition: Case has been cleaned and repainted and the mountings gold painted. There is some paint loss on the top edge. Dial is very clean and the hands are original. Movement is signed. Height 12 inches
Sold: $300 | Date: May 7, 2005 | Source: R.O. Schmitt Fine Arts
Ansonia “Rosalind” Iron Black Mantel Clock
Ansonia “Rosalind” Iron Black Mantel Clock: 8 day; half hour gong strike; finished in black; open escapement; black dial with pendulum. 12 1/4″
Sold: $200 | Date: May 7th, 2011 | Source: Tom Harris Auctions
Ansonia Clock Co., New York, NY, “Rosalind” enameled iron case mantel clock with a spring driven, 8 days, time and hour/half-hour strike movement with a visible escapement, c1904.
The iron case has had its gilt incised decoration redone in gold paint. The porcelain dial is in excellent condition with no hairline cracks, The hands are period and probably original. The movement is signed and has a decorated back plate Ht 12 1/4″.
Sold: $450 | Date: October 25, 2015 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
Ansonia Clock Co., New York, “Rosalind” black enameled iron 8 days, time and strike, mantel clock with visible escapement, c1904
the painted metal surface has some wear and chips, but no losses, and there is an old patina on the fancy side ornaments and moldings. The beveled glass and porcelain dial are fine, the movement ticks and strikes. Ht 12 1/4″
Sold: $300 | Date: October 26, 2014 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
Ansonia Clock Co., New York, “Rosalind” 8 day, time and spring brass movement cast iron black mantel clock with visible escapement. A plaque on the case reads: “Presented by Mr. & Mrs. B. Uberwasser”, Sept. 15th, 1906 “.
Black enameled cast iron case has scattered wear and repairs on the case edges and some loss to the silvered ornaments. Original porcelain dial has a hairline at 10 o’clock. Original hands. Movement is signed.
Sold: $200 | Date: October 27, 2018 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
Ansonia Clock Co., New York, “Rosalind” enameled iron 8 day time and strike mantel clock, c1904
the black enamel has seriously degraded and there are some rusty spots, but this ornate clock, with no losses and most of its rear paper label intact, deserves restoration. The white porcelain dial, with its visible escapement, has some hairlines. The large beveled glass is fine. The movement’s mainsprings are in open barrels, but it is missing the crutch and pendulum so will need professional attention. Ht. 12.5″
Sold: $140 | Date: October 29, 2011 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
Ansonia Clock Co., New York, “Rosalind” black enameled iron 8-day time and strike mantel clock, C.1904.
Brightly restored heavy case with very shiny finish and gilt. Original paper dial shows a few scuffs, newer hands. Movement clean and running. Ht.13″.
Sold: $260 | Date: October 30, 2010 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
C.1890, Ansonia Clock Co., ÓRosalindÒ, black enameled iron clock, 8-day time and strike.
Condition: this clock is in overall good original condition; paper dial is good with Ansonia trademark visible, and the movement ticks and strikes. Height 12 inches
Sold: $275 | Date: October 31, 2004 | Source: R.O. Schmitt Fine Arts