Question 1

What is the difference between a grandmother and granddaughter clock?

Accepted Answer

Grandmother clocks are between 5ft. and 6ft. tall, had a solid wood case such as mahogany and was widely produced between the 1920s and 1930s. Granddaughter clocks are shorter, between 2ft. and 5ft. tall, and mostly created in the 1930s for those who wanted a much smaller model of the grandfather clocks. Cases of granddaughter clocks were usually veneered on plywood instead of solid timber, making them more affordable.

Question 2

How much is a grandmother clock worth?

Accepted Answer

Just like other antiques, the value of grandmother clocks differs. These antiques could sell between $250 and $5,000. You will find that some markets would price them for $2,500, while in other markets, you could get them for $100. To ensure you get authentic items at the best prices, get them from a reputable antique dealer’s site that provides information on their antiques.

Question 3

How does a grandmother clock actually work?

Accepted Answer

The grandmother clock, as a pendulum clock, functions just like the grandfather clock. As long as its pendulum swings, which is once per second, the clock will continue to tell time. The swinging movement of the weight attached at the bottom of the string is what powers the gears of the clock. Visit the Love Antiques site to find more information on this timepiece and other antiques.

Question 4

What is considered a grandmother clock?

Accepted Answer

Antique timepieces can be classed into different categories. To be considered a grandmother clock, the timepiece has to stand on the floor, between 5 and 6 feet tall and is cased in wood. Created for homes that wanted a grandfather clock but didn’t have space nor the budget for it, the petite version that is the grandmother clock retains the decorative style - even the chimes - that these antique pendulum clocks are known for.

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