Subject: Clocks and watches

This 1921 catalogue from A. Cohen Jeweler in Allentown, Pennsylvania showcases a selection of diamonds, watches, jewelry, and silverware. Established in 1906, the store was located at 393 Hamilton Street, opposite the Lehigh Valley Railroad Depot. The catalogue includes a detailed price list and descriptions of the merchandise. One item, #4.55, notably includes a clock advertisement from A. Cohen's store.

An alarm clock manufactured by W.M. Gilbert with the inscription "A. Cohen Jeweler York, PA" on the face. The clock has two peg legs and is marked with a patent date of 1898 on the back. The clock is part of the Judaica Americana Collection at the University of Pennsylvania.

Three-dimensional zinc shop sign advertising J. Warshawsky's clocks, watches, and jewelry business. The sign is cast in the shape of a pocket watch with Roman numerals, and the time is set to the approximate time of Lincoln's death. It is painted and gilded. The sign was acquired at auction in New York, New York circa 1875.

Nickel-plated advertising piece featuring Hebrew numerals and the inscription "The time to sell to R. Lowenthal." This object was likely used as a pawnbroker's token, given to customers when they pawned their watches. It was exhibited at the Library of Congress in Cincinnati (AJA) from February to May 2005, and at the AJHS 350th anniversary exhibition in New York City from May to September 2005. Date: circa 1905

Pocket watch key from S. J. Cohn, a watchmaker and optician located at 121 Granville Street in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Circa 1890.

This is a 12-page pamphlet, likely an advertisement, produced by the Waterbury Clock Company. Distributed by A. Horowitz of Hudson, New York, it features a graphic of a sun with rays emanating outward, along with four clocks showing different times for St. Petersburg, Calcutta, Hong Kong, and Melbourne. The overall purpose is to highlight the Waterbury clock's accuracy and global applicability. Published in 1887.

This is a catalog from S. F. Myers & Co., a New York City jewelry store, published on March 15, 1887. The catalog features illustrations and lists watches and cases with their respective sizes and prices. The back cover shows a lithograph of the store located at 50 Maiden Lane and 33 Liberty Street, New York City.

Trade card advertising Hoffman & Brinckerhoff, importers and dealers in watch materials, tools, and glasses. Located at 36 Maiden Lane. The card dates from circa 1860.

This trade card advertises I. Bedichimer, a retailer of clocks, watches, jewelry, and house furnishings, located at 160 North Second Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a detailed drawing of the store front. The image shows architectural details suggesting a late 19th-century commercial building. The business name and address are clearly visible. The back of the card is blank. There is a note on the card record that indicates that there are other trade cards by the same business.

This trade card advertises Jas. A. Haas & Co., jewelers and watchmakers located at the Southeast corner of Second and Fairmont Avenues in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an elegant design, likely showcasing the store's refined products. The style of the design and typography suggests a late 19th-century aesthetic. The text clearly indicates the business name and address. The back of the card is blank. Additional information on the card mentions E. Zothe as the designer and engraver.

This trade card advertises M. S. Rosen, a practical watchmaker and jeweler. The front of the card features the business's name prominently displayed at the top: "PRACTICAL WATCH MAKER AND JEWELER." Below the name, the address is clearly indicated: 50 Colden Street. The design is simple and straightforward, focusing on conveying the necessary information. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Silverthau & Son, purveyors of silver-plated ware. The front of the card features a woman's hand delicately holding a red rose and blue and red forget-me-nots. The inclusion of flowers suggests elegance and possibly alludes to the craftsmanship of the silver-plated goods. Below the floral arrangement, the text includes the business address (268 Chapel Street) and the establishment date: "Established 1846." The back of the card is blank.