Auto-Lite Neon Illuminated Clock Sign

Round internally illuminated clock has reverse screen-printed internal clock face with convex glass face in metal cabinet, typical of Lackner production clock design.

Object Number : 2016.0022.0001

Type : signs/displays

Sub Types : Array

Decade : 1950 - 1959

Object Height : 18 in. (diameter)

Object Depth : 3-7/8 in.

Object Weight : 11 lbs.

Object History :

Circa 1955 neon clock for Auto-Lite. Clock was from donor’s personal clock and purchased from Ashland Electric Shop in Ashland, KY–a distributor of electrical auto components owned by J&N Auto Electric in Sharonvill,e OH.

City of Origin : Ashland

State of Origin : Kentucky

Status : Storage

Location : Offsite

Donor Name : Herbert E. Howell

Signature : Lackner - Cin., O.

Signature Location : Decal on reverse side of clock cabinet

Condition :

Good: Some lifting of white background paints on face; minor wear on metal cabinet.

Current Value : $400.00 - appraisal by Dave Greene on 5/31/2016

First Contact Date : 11/20/2015

First Contact Description : Donor visited museum

Follow Up Date : 3/16/2016

Follow Up Description : Phone call to arrange pick-up of clock

Deed of Gift Form Received : 5/18/2016

Object Received Date : 3/16/2016

Object Cataloged Date : 5/27/2016

Fair Market Value : 500