BIRGE, GILBERT & CO.EMPIRE MANTLE CLOCK. This clock has a good early 10"dial and blued spade hands with a nice original reverse painted lower glass tablet. This tablet has imperfections but is still quite acceptable. This clock has a very early and unusual oval top skeletonized brass time and strike movement which strikes on a coiled anvil. Two period weights and original label. The escutcheon in the lower door is missing. The case has imperfections but is in overall good condition. 20"W x 36"H x 7"D. Estimated Value $800 - 1,200.