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German Regulator Wall Clock - $70 (Bellevue)
condition:
good
make / manufacturer:
Junghans
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My father collected this clock probably in the 1980s, probably purchasing it in Norway where it was serviced. The clock mechanism does not currently work.
🕰️ Key characteristics
Style: Vienna‑style regulator, factory‑made rather than handmade Austrian.
Case: Solid walnut or mahogany veneer with turned columns and finials, typical of Junghans’ production between about 1890 and 1915.
Dial: Porcelain or enamel with Roman numerals and ornate black hands; the small star emblem below the center is Junghans’ trademark.
Movement: Spring‑driven, time‑and‑strike mechanism with a brass pendulum and adjustable rating nut visible through the glass door.
Hardware: The winding key and beat scale at the bottom are original features.
🔍 Historical context
Junghans was one of Europe’s largest clockmakers by 1900, known for precision engineering and decorative yet affordable designs. These regulators were sold widely across Europe and exported to Scandinavia and North America. Many carry service labels from local watchmakers — for example, Norwegian or German repair tags — documenting their maintenance history.
💰 Collectibility
A complete, unrestored example like yours (with pendulum, key, and intact glass) typically sells for $350–$450 USD in good working order. (The clock does not currently work.) If serviced and running accurately, it can reach higher values among collectors of German regulators.