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Anniversary clocks are the modern 1st anniversary gifts. In addition to being great ideas for first wedding anniversaries they are equally perfect to celebrate any number of years together, whether married, engaged or simply to celebrate your love. Buy your special clock from the wonderful selection below and wish someone a truly Happy Anniversary. They're an excellent choice as a decoratively useful general gift too.
Anniversary clocks are a special type of timepiece whose movement is controlled
by what is known as a torsion pendulum. Rather than the back and
forth tick-tock style, a torsion pendulum is a weighted wheel with metallic
balls which are usually ornately decorated. This wheel rotates whilst
suspended on a thin wire or cord which is referred to as the torsion spring.
As the wheel rotares, the energy is effectively stored in the twisting
spring, to a point where the spring eventually has enought energy to slow
down, then reverse the direction of the rotating pendulum. The process
then begins again, with the spring first releasing its energy until the
twist has gone, then, as the rotating pendulum continues to rotate by its
own momentum, storing the energy in the reverse-direction twist. The idea of the torsion pendulum itself was first patented by the inventor
Robert Leslie in 1793, but the 1st actual torsion pendulum clock was invented
and patented by Aaron Crane in New Jersey, USA, almost 50 years later in
1841. The Anniversary clock started ticking here - or umm, rotating.
The torsion pendulum design allowed these timepieces to run far longer
between 1st winding and the next wind, as a result of the fact that the
slow rotation of the pendulum uses a very small amount of energy. In 1852 Silas B Terry from Plymouth in Connecticut, USA obtained a patent
for the idea of a torsion pendulum marine clock. Silas was the son
of Eli Terry who was famous for being considered as the first person to
mass produce clocks in the USA. Silas formed the Terryville Manufacturing
Company and built a new factory at Pequabuck, Connecticut, where
he became the manager. Although the torsion pendulum marine clock's
were successfully produced, only few were sold. Silas remained manager
at Terryville until selling his interest in the company in Autumn 1854,
when he returned to his own shop. Sadly, Silas went bankrupt in 1859,
causing his shop and assets to be disposed of. Undefeated and undaunted,
Silas became manager of W.L. Gilbert & Company's clock movement department
in Winsted, Connecticut for around 2 years, after which he moved to Waterbury
in Connecticut where he was similarly employed. With his superlative skills as a designer and clockmaker, it appears
that working for someone else was not what Silas was truly intersted in,
and in 1867 he created a new concern named the Terry Clock Company with
his 4 sons at Waterbury. Although the company was able to obtain
patents for a number of ideas, it suffered from a severe lack of capital,
and after Silas' death in 1876 ,his sons were only able to keep the business
running until May 1880 when the dread hand of bankruptcy struck once again.
Three of the sons were taken on by an investment group from Pittsfield
who took over the bankrupt business, keeping the name of the Terry Clock
Company, but the business went under and was taken over in 1888 by creditors
who renamed it Russell & Jones Clock Company, and ran the business
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 Magnet Group 6455 Orleans Wood Clockan attractive anniversary clock cased in clear glass panes and mahogany stained hardwood.
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 Anniversary ClocksThe mechanical anniversary clock, also known as the 400-day clock or torsion pendulum clock, is one of the most popular clocks ever invented...
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Anniversary ClocksThe mechanical anniversary clock, also known as the 400-day clock or torsion pendulum clock, is one of the most popular clocks ever invented. Anniversary clocks are recognizable by the decorative balls Under the dial that rotate one way and then the other. To house the attractive mechanism, every style of clock case has been used although possibly the most endearing is the glass dome. The dials, hands and ornamentation have also varied steadily over the last century. Called the anniversary clock because it required winding only once a year, it has carried on into the days of no winding at all.
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Bulova Anniversary Clocks - Bulova - Amesbury I Mantel Clock model B8910Bulova Anniversary Clocks - Bulova - Amesbury I Mantel Clock model B8910 This modern Bulova anniversary clock features a gold tone case with clear sides and back. Westminster melody plays on the hour and counts the hour. Revolving pendulum. Specifications: AMESBURY Model Gold tone Case with Clear Sides and Back Counts the Hour Revolving Pendulum Dimensions: H: 8.25" W: 7" D: 4.25"
Sale price $74.00
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Elvis Presley 75th Anniversary Commemorative ClockBorn 75 years ago in a two-room Mississippi house, Elvis® grew up to rock the globe with a sound and performing style that made him world famous. Now, a collectible masterpiece Elvis Presley® commemorative clock that measures nearly 2 feet in diameter brings golden memories of Elvis to life. Acclaimed artist Nate Giorgio's dynamic portrait of Elvis at his landmark "Aloha from Hawaii" concert is the centerpiece of this exquisite clock designed to look like a giant platinum record.Celebrate the 75th anniversary of Elvis Presley's birth with this awe-inspiring commemorative clock, only from The Bradford Exchange. This precision time piece with accurate quartz movement boasts classic Roman numerals, hour and minute hands and a second hand. Clock is richly presented with a black beveled wood frame and includes Elvis's replica autograph in raised golden script and the Elvis 75th Anniversary logo. Heavy demand is expected for this limited-edition 75th anniversary clock. Don't miss out - order now!
$125.00
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Gender/Body/Knowledgepurchase and sell [Gender/Body/Knowledge] at great prices.
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Amore LaVita Sterling Silver 3-D Enameled Gold-plated Anniversary Clock w/Lobster Clasp for Charm BAmore LaVita? Sterling Silver 3-D Enameled Gold-plated Anniversary Clock w/Lobster Clasp for Charm Bracelet crafted in 925 Sterling Silver
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Bulova Amesbury I Anniversary Clock - Gold-Tone Case - Revolving PendulumGold-tone case with clear panels Revolving Pendulum Westminster chime with hourly counts Nighttime switchoff Free batteries included as your gift with buy - Requires 4 AA Batteries Approximate Weight: 2.6 pounds 8.25 High x 7" Wide x 4.25" Deep
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Motorcycle Themed Anniversary Clock: Ride Hard, Live FreeHop on a chopper, fly across an American highway and you're certain to feel exhilarated! Now, enjoy a first-ever collectible motorcycle themed clock to unite rotating sculptures of motorcycles with symbols of American pride. The clock's design is influenced by anniversary style clocks American GIs brought back as World War II souvenirs.Live free and hard with this limited-edition motorcycle themed clock, only from The Bradford Exchange. The clock face is decorated with renowned artist Marc Lacourciere's portrait of a classic chopper and Old Glory. Three chopper sculptures rotate around the clock's porcelain base, an eagle sculpture adorns the top and the clock is encased inside a glass dome. A unique keepsake or makes an perfect gift for bikers. This hand-crafted time piece is expected to generate strong demand. Don't miss out - order now!
$79.95
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LC Gold Finish Anniversary Clock.Gold finish with crystal effect pendulum. Rotating pendulum. General information: Size H24.5, W19.5, D10cm. Batteries needed 2 x AA (not included). By LC.
$24.99
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Elvis Presley 35th Anniversary ClockThe King of Rock 'n' Roll® rocked the stage and the hearts of a billion fans during his magical "Aloha from Hawaii" TV concert on January 14, 1973. Now you can celebrate the groundbreaking moment with this first-ever Elvis Presley® clock commemorating the 35th anniversary of his unforgettable performance, a limited edition exclusively from The Bradford Exchange.elegantly hand-crafted in porcelain, this striking Elvis collectible clock features a record-shaped clock face with full-color art of Elvis by acclaimed artist Nate Giorgio and Elvis's TCB™ emblem glistening with simulated gems. Below the clock is a pair of revolving hand painted Elvis figures and two golden guitars to recall his incredible moves. Plus, this glorious scene is encased inside a glass dome and rests on top of an ivory porcelain base. Strong demand is expected. Order now!
$79.95
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Bulova Amesbury II Anniversary Clock - Silver-Tone - Revolving Pendulumsilvertoned Case Revolving crystal pendulum Westminster melody on the hour Oval engraving plate included for personalization Free batteries included as your gift with buy - Requires 4 AA Batteries Approximate Weight: 2.6 pounds 8.25 High x 7" Wide x 4.25" Deep
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Bulova Anniversary Mantel Clocks - AMESBURY II Anniversary Clock model B8915Bulova Anniversary Mantel Clocks - AMESBURY II Anniversary Clock model B8915 Silver-finish case with clear sides and back. Westminster melody plays on each hour. This anniversary mantel clock includes a unique crystal revolving pendulum. Specifications: two inches x 1" oval engraving plate included (note: we can't engrave) Silver-finish Case with Clear Sides and Back Westminster Melody on the Hour Crystal Revolving Pendulum. two inches x 1" Dimensions: H: 8.25" W: 7" D: 4.25"
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Amesbury Anniversary ClockClassic anniversary clock features goldtone case with clear sides and back. Westminster melody on the hour. Counts the hour. Revolving pendulum adds beauty.
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