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The Encyclopedia of Horology

Derby, United Kingdom

Smith of Derby

Partially verified

Turret clocks

History

Long-lived public clock maker and maintainer.

Major innovations

    Known markings

      Serial numbers

      This archive holds no verified serial-number table for this maker. Do not date a piece from its serial number alone; use case hallmarks, movement design and documented comparison examples.

      Collecting significance

      Originality of dial, hands, case and movement is the main consideration. Check that the movement belongs to the case and that the dial has not been refinished.

      Sources & references

      1. Kathleen H. Pritchard, Swiss Timepiece Makers 1775–1975
      2. Brian Loomes, Watchmakers and Clockmakers of the World
      3. Mikrolisk trademark and maker index

      Where sources disagree, the disagreement is stated rather than resolved silently.