Expert: William J Perkins - 7/19/2010

Question
Good day
I have been given the task of selling a clock for an Aunt who is moving to a retirement home. I have been told is a "grandmother" clock but I have no idea the age or maker of the clock. My aunt seems to think it is early 1900's. Could you please advise the difference between a grandfather and grandmother clock and also the best way for me to go about selling this clock.  I have taken a photograph and can send it to you if required.  I believe the clock is presently no working as one of the pendulums is loose.
I would appreciate your guidance.  Thanks Dianne

Answer
I fear I'm not going to be of much help.  To fulfill your request for information, I would need to personal inspect the clock.  Anyone that would proport doing such would also require an on site examination.  I suggest you discus this with a local jeweler.  He might be able to provide you with some guidelines, and maybe even buy the clock from you.  Although I cannot otherwise assist you I can, however, give you the guidelines defining various tall clocks.  
If the clock is 6' 6" and over it is a grandfather clock,
If the clock is 5' 6" to 6' 6" it is a grandmother clock,
If The clock is 3' 6" to 5' 6" it is a granddaughter clock.
I do wish you well in selling the clock.  Regards WJP