Bracket Clock (Shelf) | |
British term for a shelf or table clock. Originally referred early clocks that had to be set high on a bracket (shelf), giving its long weights ample roomto drop. |
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Calendar Clock (Shelf, Wall, Longcase) | |
A clock that shows the date. May show day, month and year or any combination thereof. Double-dial calendar clocks are ususally wall clocks with a round calendar dial which is placed seperately under the time dial. |
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Carriage Clock (Shelf) | |
An 18th century precurser to our modern-day "travel alarm" clock, the spring driven carriage clock was originally designed to be carried easily for use when traveling. The small, upright rectangular case typically has a brass frame with four glass sides and top and a carrying handle. Many have alarms and/or striking work. Usually 4-5 inches high. France was especially known for the production of these clocks in the mid to late 19th century. |
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