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Howard Miller Circa 630-212 Mantel Clock

Partially verified

This Howard Miller mantel clock, model 630-212, is a key-wound mechanical timepiece incorporating a German Kieninger movement. The case is constructed with wood featuring a warm finish, complemented by fluted columns with gold-tone Corinthian capitals, decorative mounts, and sculpted feet. It includes side ring handles for a traditional appearance. The circular dial features Roman numerals, ornate black hands, and a brass-tone hinged glass bezel. The clock is designed with a mechanical Westminster chime that plays on the quarter hour and includes an hour strike feature. A silent/chime selector is integrated into the dial. The dimensions are approximately 15¼ inches wide, 10¼ inches high, and 5¾ inches deep. The clock is described as being in pristine vintage condition and in working order.

Front view of the Howard Miller 630-212 mantel clock showing the dial, Roman numerals, and decorative columns.
Front view of the Howard Miller 630-212 mantel clock showing the dial, Roman numerals, and decorative columns. — Just A Clock Collector. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
justaclockcollector.com
Category
Clock · Mantel clock
Maker / attribution
Howard Miller
Reference
630-212
Catalogue / lot identifier
Source URL identifies the listing
Source-reported date
vintage
Source-reported place
United States

Source-reported attribution and specifications are not independent authentication. A listing does not establish present ownership, current display, availability or permission to reproduce.

Object description

Case and Design

The Howard Miller model 630-212 mantel clock features a wooden case with a warm-toned finish. The structural design incorporates pairs of fluted columns located on either side of the central dial. These columns are accented with gold-tone Corinthian-style capitals and base mounts. The clock rests upon decorative sculpted feet and includes functional side ring handles.

Access to the dial is provided via a brass-tone hinged glass bezel. The overall dimensions are specified as 15¼ inches in width, 10¼ inches in height, and 5¾ inches in depth.

Evidence for this section
  • “the elegant case is framed by pairs of fluted columns with ornate gold-tone Corinthian capitals, decorative mounts, and sculpted feet. Matching side ring handles complete its distinguished appearance.”
  • “Approximate manufacturer's dimensions: 15¼″ wide × 10¼″ high × 5¾″ deep”

Movement and Dial

The clock functions using a key-wound mechanical movement manufactured by Kieninger. This movement powers a Westminster chime sequence that sounds at quarter-hour intervals, accompanied by an hour strike. The dial includes three winding arbors and a manually operated silent/chime selector lever situated at the edge of the dial face.

The dial features Roman numerals and ornate black hands set against an antique-style background. The entire assembly is framed by the brass-tone bezel, which allows for access to the dial surface.

Evidence for this section
  • “powered by a quality German Kieninger movement”
  • “Its traditional Westminster chime plays at the quarter hours, with an hour strike.”
  • “conveniently placed Silent / Chime selector lets you choose whether the chime sounds.”

Condition

The auction description reports that the clock is in pristine vintage condition and is in excellent working order. The seller notes that the dial maintains a warm, aged appearance that aligns with the exterior case finish.

According to the information provided, the clock has been tested by the owner and currently runs and chimes as intended. As a pre-owned item, the clock is sold on an as-is basis.

Evidence for this section
  • “Pristine vintage condition and excellent working order.”
  • “as tested by its owner, runs and chimes excellently.”
  • “As a vintage/pre-owned timepiece, this clock is offered as-is and is not eligible for returns.”

Open research questions

  • What is the specific production date range for the Howard Miller 630-212 model?
  • Are there internal serial numbers on the Kieninger movement that permit a more precise dating of the mechanism?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Howard Miller Circa 630-212 Mantel Clock
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
MakerHoward Miller“Vendor: Howard Miller”
Model630-212“Model: Circa 630-212”
MovementKieninger“powered by a quality German Kieninger movement”
Dimensions15¼″ wide × 10¼″ high × 5¾″ deep“Approximate manufacturer's dimensions: 15¼″ wide × 10¼″ high × 5¾″ deep”
ChimesWestminster“Its traditional Westminster chime plays at the quarter hours, with an hour strike.”
Chime ControlSilent/Chime selector“conveniently placed Silent / Chime selector lets you choose whether the chime sounds.”
ConditionPristine vintage“Pristine vintage condition and excellent working order.”

Visible details

  • Hinged brass-tone glass bezel at the dial
  • Three winding arbors on the dial face
  • Silent/chime selector lever located on the dial
  • Fluted column decorative elements with capitals

Research qualifications

  • Exact date of manufacture is not specified beyond 'vintage'
  • Current operational status is based on owner testing reported by the seller

Photograph identity and source facts were screened before import; rights clearance remains pending.

Consulted source

Vintage Howard Miller Circa 630-212 Mantel Clock – Kieninger Westminster Chime

Reviewed 2026-11-02 · Record 2b41043380

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