How do I identify a Black Forest cuckoo clock?

If you have an authentic Black Forest cuckoo clock, you should also find a sticker on the inside of your cuckoo clock in black, white, and gold with the letters ‘VDS’. Here at Cuckooclocks.com, all our clocks come with certification, along with a five-year product warranty.

What is the most expensive cuckoo clock in the world?

Duc D’Orleans Breguet Sympathique
The Duc D’Orleans Breguet Sympathique was created in 1795 and has a detachable pocket watch. This clock was sold in 1835 for $6.8 million, becoming the most expensive clock in the world. Image from bornrich.com.

Are cuckoo clocks out of style?

Over the centuries since it first emerged from the Black Forest, the cuckoo clock has remained largely unchanged. Traditional clocks can still be bought and are a popular souvenir.

Where are cuckoo clocks made in Germany?

Hönes Clocks. The Cuckoo Clocks on this website are made by Hönes in the town of Titisee-Neustadt in the heart of the High Black Forest / Germany. The Company Hönes Clocks is member of VDS (Black Forest Clock Association).

What is a Black Forest cuckoo clock?

There are many types of cuckoo clocks, but only mechanical movement clocks handmade in the southwestern region of Germany known as Black Forest, or Schwarzwald, can be considered authentic Black Forest cuckoo clocks.

What is a Cuckoo Clock Seal?

The seal indicates the cuckoo clock originated from a clockmaker in Black Forest Germany who is registered with the association, and the certificate is a guarantee of origin, authenticity, quality and integrity. In 2006, the seal, designed by Black Forest artist Benno Gasch, was awarded protection by the German trademark office.

Who won the cuckoo clock of the year 2014?

Anton Schneider, a clockmaker in Schonach, won the cuckoo clock of the year award in 2014.