*Photography taken by Steve Newfield, a volunteer for the Cultural Resources Division.
Description:
Wag-on-the-wall clock, 12'' high, face 8 1/4'' in diameter.
Wag-on-the-wall clock, 12'' high, face 8 1/4'' in diameter.
The small wall clock, is also known as chamber or a lantern clock. Roman numerals are in dark brown on white. There are red circles enclose the numerals. The bell is brass. Note its working condition. The hands are missing, and a simulated hour hand. The original weight is also missing. The simulated weight is attached to the end of a manila cord.
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The History of the Wall Clock:
http://www.wallclockscenter.com/evolution-wall-clocks-other-timepieces/
http://www.wallclockscenter.com/evolution-wall-clocks-other-timepieces/
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