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Jauch Regulator Pendulum Wall Clock

Partially verified

This regulator pendulum wall clock is a timepiece of Western German manufacture from the 1950s or 1960s. Produced by the Jauch Clock Company, which operated in the Black Forest region, the clock features a wood-cased wall-mount design. The off-white dial displays black Roman numerals and includes three winding holes, indicating a chime mechanism. The clock is marked "Regulator" on the front glass and "P.L. 78 cm / Jauch / Western Germany" on the internal movement. The timepiece is functional, possessing a Westminster chime capability that sounds on the hour. It stands 49 1/2 inches in height, 17 3/4 inches in width, and 6 1/8 inches in depth, with a total weight of 24 pounds and 6 ounces.

Front view of the Jauch regulator wall clock, showing the circular dial and the pendulum behind the lower glass door.
Front view of the Jauch regulator wall clock, showing the circular dial and the pendulum behind the lower glass door. — North American Auction Company (via Invaluable). Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
www.invaluable.com
Category
Clock · Regulator wall clock
Maker / attribution
Jauch Clock Company
Reference
Not recorded
Catalogue / lot identifier
669
Source-reported date
1950-1960s
Source-reported place
Western Germany
Source-reported serial
P.L. 78 cm

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 Dial

The clock is configured as a wall-mounted regulator style timepiece with a wooden case. The upper portion features a circular dial housing, while the lower section contains a rectangular glazed door revealing the pendulum. The front glass is inscribed with the word "Regulator" in lettering situated above the swing path of the pendulum.

The dial is colored in an off-white tone and is populated with black Roman numerals. It incorporates three winding apertures, which suggests the presence of a three-train movement powering timekeeping and the Westminster chime sequence. The hands are black, complementing the numeral aesthetic.

Evidence for this section
  • “marked on the front glass reading, "Regulator”
  • “clock face shows an off-white color with black roman numerals and three holes for winding.”

Movement and Functionality

The movement is located within the case and carries specific markings related to its production and technical parameters. It is identified by the stamp "P.L. 78 cm / Jauch / Western Germany". This mechanical movement is designed to chime on the hour.

The auction description reports that the movement remains in working order and retains the capability to be wound. The winding interface is positioned at the bottom of the clock casing. The chime function is identified as a Westminster sequence.

Evidence for this section
  • “movement is marked reading, "P.L. 78 cm / Jauch / Western Germany”
  • “The movement appears to work and can be wound. It chimes on the hour with a Westminster Chime.”

Condition

The overall state of the clock is reported as good. Documentation indicates that there is some minor wear present on the piece, which is attributed to its age and historical use. No significant structural damage or major faults are noted in the source material.

The clock has been measured at 49 1/2 inches by 17 3/4 inches by 6 1/8 inches and has a weight of approximately 24 pounds and 6 ounces, which provides a physical reference for its scale and construction.

Evidence for this section
  • “shows good condition overall with slight wear present from its age and use over the years, but no major signs of damage is noted.”

Open research questions

  • What is the specific meaning or significance of the 'P.L. 78 cm' marking on the movement?
  • Are there additional records that differentiate between the specific Jauch models produced during the 1950s and 1960s?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Jauch Regulator Pendulum Wall Clock
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
ManufacturerJauch Clock Company“manufactured by the German Jauch Clock Company”
OriginBlack Forest, Germany“Black Forest region”
Movement MarkingsP.L. 78 cm / Jauch / Western Germany“marked reading, "P.L. 78 cm / Jauch / Western Germany”
Chime TypeWestminster“chimes on the hour with a Westminster Chime”
Case Dimensions49 1/2" L x 17 3/4" W x 6 1/8" D“49 1/2" L x 17 3/4" W x 6 1/8" D”
Weight24 pounds and 6 ounces“24 pounds and 6 ounces”

Visible details

  • Off-white dial with black Roman numerals
  • Three winding holes on the dial face
  • "REGULATOR" inscription on the front glass door
  • Visible pendulum bob behind the glass

Research qualifications

  • The exact year of manufacture within the 1950s-1960s range is not specified
  • The mechanical status is reported as functional but not verified by independent inspection

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

Consulted source

Jauch Regulator Pendulum Wall Clock 1950-60s

Reviewed 2026-10-26 · Record 4fb62df4ec

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