THE PIECE: An antique Ansonia clock in a mahogany case with Asian-theme glass, circa 1880s. View full sizeThis 1880s clock, owned by Julius Hambacher of Marrero, was made by the Ansonia Clock Co. in ...

When readers seek information about their antique collectibles, Carolyn Patten finds expert advice about their value and history. Find the answers to mysteries about old and rare items. Courtesy of ...

Q-Where can we find information on Ansonia clocks and their values? We recently inherited a beautiful porcelain example decorated with what appears to be hand-painted flowers and leaves. A-A terrific ...

DEAR HELAINE AND JOE: Please find photo enclosed of a clock that belonged to my grandmother. It is ceramic and it is marked "Ansonia Clock Co. New York" and it has an "A" inside a square inside a ...

Question: My daughter inherited the Ansonia clock shown in my photos from her grandparents. I have searched through 1,200 pictures in Ansonia catalogs and cannot see anything like it. The clock is ...

Q: I would be interested in your evaluation of this Ansonia “Triumph” model shelf clock. I know it has been in the family since 1900. On the back it states “Prize Medal Awarded, Paris Exposition, 1878 ...