Vintage mantel clocks are available in lots of different designs from the French spelter clock to the small anniversary or carriage clock, so you will be able to find a mantel clock which fits your house. One of the more fashionable designs right now is the Art Deco style mantel clock which can be suited to many modern homes. Because of this you may pay a premium price for a fine art deco style mantel clock. Mantle clocks can be made in a variety of metals such as spelter, bronze, copper, silverplate, silver and gold the last two will cost the most because of what they are made from. You can also have mantel clocks made from stone such as marble or slate these are really heavy and will need to be placed on a very substantial surface. Mantle clocks can also be made from wood such as oak, b... [Read More]

The arrival of the industrial revolution and mass production techniques resulted in the mantel clock being produced in great quantities. This helped most families to have a mantel clock and many of these types of clocks have lasted. This has made it possible to get a good vintage or antique clock for a fair price and from a lot of different places. You will find all sorts of vintage or antique clocks available on the market today and the only thing which will restrict the price of the clock you pick will be your budget. Mantle clocks with a wooden case from the 20th century tend to be the least expensive but you could pay many thousands for top quality antique clocks made from sterling silver or even gold or dating back to the 18th and 19th century. Mantel clocks from the Art Deco era ar... [Read More]