American Black Slate Mantel Clock with Brass Accents
A late 19th century substantial American black slate/marble mantel clock, architectural form with brass highlights, the chapter ring with Arabic numerals. the key wind movement striking on a gong. 18.90 in. x 6.69 in. x 18.11 in.
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- Movement - The technical name for the workings of a clock or watch, and does not include the dial or case.
- Chapter Ring - A separate metal plate on the face of a clock, on which the numerals for the hours and sometimes parts of the hours, are displayed, usually wheel shaped and sitting on top of the dial plate. The chapter ring is often a feature of the clock and can be silvered or enamelled to stand as a contrast to its background. The hours are usually shown in Roman numerals, although in the late 19th and earlt 20th century, Arabic numerals became fashionable.
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