Bidspirit auction | Seth Thomas Clock Co. Catalog

Seth Thomas Clock Co. Catalog No. 675, 1909 - A vintage trade catalog for the Seth Thomas Clock Co., identified as Catalog No. 675 and dated September 1, 1909. The publication originates from the company's New York office at 15 Maiden Lane, with additional locations noted in Chicago and London. The title page indicates the company was established in 1813. The volume features a softcover binding with green paper covers and a dark green cloth-reinforced spine. The front cover is finished with the embossed title SETH THOMAS CLOCKS. The interior contains comprehensive black-and-white illustrations of the company's horological offerings, organized into specific sections including Wood Case Black Adamantine Finish, One Day Novelties, and Thirty Day Clocks. Pictured models include the Domino, Tyro, Wanda, Harrison, Petite, Sylvia, and various wall-mounted Office models. Tipped into the front of the book is a printed supplemental letter addressed TO THE TRADE and dated October 1, 1909, providing an overview of new lines such as Sonora chime clocks and watch movements. Height: 12 inches Width: Approximately 9.25 inches. The paper covers show significant sunning and toning, particularly around the perimeters, with a lighter rectangular area in the center of the front cover. There is rubbing and minor chipping along the edges and at the corners. The embossed lettering on the front cover displays white paper loss or residue within the characters. The interior pages show uniform age-toning but are clean and intact. The tipped-in supplemental letter shows discoloration at the top where it is affixed.