Banjo Clocks
Banjo clocks were originally manufactured by the Willard Brothers in Grafton, Massachusetts in the early 1800's. Originally designed as a wall clock, the banjo clock became so popular that mantel versions begin being produced.
How did the banjo clock get it's name? The clock has a round head that sits on top of a long arm. It has the appearance of the musical instrument called a banjo. Thus, the name has stuck with the clock since the early days.
Banjo clocks typically have a white round face with black roman numerals to indicate the hour. They are very often made with an arm of mahogany wood sitting on a glass enclosed casing at the bottom. They tend to be trimmed with brass.
Check out the clocks shown below.
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