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I have recently purchased a clock that has been inset into an early First World War Propeller and I was wondering if anyone here can help me identify it? The markings stamped on both sides are DE HAVILLAND 10 (suggesting it may have been for an Airco D.H.10 Amiens Twin engined bomber?) and the serial numbers G.1425 N53. I have no interest in the monetary value as I purchased it simply because I liked it and have a big interest in these early aircraft. I would just like to be able to confirm it's identity and history/originality if possible? It certainly appears to be a very genuine item and has clearly been trimmed in thickness so it's not too big for a mantlepiece? It also has a couple of supporting legs fitted. I have seen another propeller with a "N" number but have no idea what this refers to? Any information would be very much appreciated Many thanks in anticipation! Regards, Derek
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I think you are correct in believing this to be from a D.H. 10 aircraft. G1425 is a contract, or “batch” number and N53 is the serial number within the batch.
Sometimes a batch number can be traced to a specific date and manufacturer . I do not have that information but there may well be others on this forum who do.
It is very likely that the missing part of your hub was stamped with a drawing number and engine type.
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