My grandfather and dad put it together a very long time ago, and it was inherited to me when my dad died. I am unsure of if it still works because I am unsure of how it works. Looks to be in good shape. On a scale of 1-10, and 10 being excellent, I would say it's a 6. It has a very small crack on the bottom part of the glass. My dad worked on clocks, so I am sure he kept it working. It's just too big and too hard to move.
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Hi Darla, Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry. Mid/late 20th Century clocks are, unfortunately, among the softest areas of the antiques and collectibles market. Too few collectors who are buying to furnish houses are looking for such tall pieces so there is considerably less demand than supply, which keeps the values modest at best. The last half-dozen of these clocks that sold at auction all sold for less than $100, not least because shipping can be quite expensive. If you'd like for your appraisal to include dimensions, which is customary, please forward in the comments section - at your convenience - the height, width, depth, diameter and I'll update this ASAP. Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is: A vintage Hermle for Emperor "Tempus Fugit" tall case clock 20th Century 8-day clock. With broken swan's neck pediment centering a turned finial, the bonnet with free-standing pilasters flanking a door with tombstone panel glass opening to an engraved and cast brass and steel dial with Roman numeral chapter rings and "Tempus Fugit" panel and applied cast brass spandrels, the waisted case with glazed door, on a box base with inset panels, all on bracket feet. [dimensions] CONDITION: With some minor wear commensurate to age and use. Not currently in working condition. PROVENANCE: Inherited $ 75-125* *represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary. Please let us know if you have additional items to appraise, or questions/concerns, and thank you again for using Mearto. ~ Delia
