Antique American Brass Clock Key Ansonia Clock Co. 19thC Wind-Up Key Kiseru & Tabakobon Its presence on a sword

Its presence on a sword guard symbolized courage

Height: approximately 4 inches each

Made of Kiri wood (paulownia) on the face and exterior case

Utagawa Kuniyoshi (歌川国芳

The carving is intricately carved in Chinese yumu (a type of elm) wood

Antique American Brass Clock Key Ansonia Clock Co. 19thC Wind-Up Key Kiseru & Tabakobon Its presence on a swordAuthentic antique brass clock key stamped ANSONIA CLOCK CO., made for American mantel and wall clocks in the late 1800s. This original key features a double loop bow and square winding shaft, used for mechanical Ansonia clocks and compatible models of the same era. A collectible piece of American horological history and a functional tool for restoration or display. Maker: Ansonia Clock Company (New York, USA) Material: Solid brass Era: Late 19thearly