Rare Special Coronation two train lantern clock designed by ...

Hammer

£580

Rare Special Coronation two train lantern clock designed by Davall & Sons in 1936 for the coronation of Edward VIII, signed Davall, London 1937 in an oval on the back door, the 5.75" brass chapter ring enclosing royal Coats of Arms and inscribed GR VI Crowned 12th May 1937, surmounted by a strapwork beaded crown and finial 13.75" high (key)

**The dial on this clock was originally designed for Edward VIII but then he abdicated so his title was replaced on the dial to George VI

See Rita Shenton - The Price Guide to Collectable Clocks 1840-1940, page 152