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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.
A separate torsion clock invention was patented by Anton Harder in Germany
around 1880 to 1890, which is effectively where the idea started to take
off in a serious way. The idea of using this torsion energy to keep
a clock powered was first engendered in Anton Harder's mind by observing
the continuing turning motion of a suspended chandelier after a servant
had rotated it to light its candles. From this "light" of inspiration,
he proceeded to conceive a clock which would run for a whole year between
windings, a factor which would later inspire the name of Anniversary Clock. Anton Harder formed a company known as Jahresuhrenfabrik, which means
"Factory of the Year Clock", but back in those days his clocks were far
less accurate than today's modern timepieces. The patent was sold
by Jahresuhrenfabrik in 1884 to another company, F.A.L. deGruyter of Amsterdam,
who subsequently in 1887 let the patent expire, allowing other enterprises
to begin serious production of torsion clocks. The actual name of Anniversary Clocks was first applied to torsion clocks
in 1901 by the Bowler and Burdick Company of Cleveland, Ohio in America.
They gave the timepieces this appellation due to their ability to run for
40 days between windings. As such, the clocks effectively could be wound
once a year on a special day like a wedding anniversary. Bowler and
Burdick were actually able to obtain a patent on the term Anniversary Clock
at that time. The clocks increased in popularity, particularly as
wedding gifts to be first rewound on a 1st anniversary, and also
as actual 1st anniversary gift ideas. After the Second World War and the associated scarcities of everything
from food to materials of all kinds, these clocks were one of the first
types to return to production. Soldiers returning from the the ravages
of the battlefield were able to bring them back from distant european lands
as a particularly special gift for their loved ones, thus enhancing their
romance even further. By 1953 around 13 companies made their own individual design of anniversary
clocks but this declined to around 5 by 1965. Due to their finely
made compenents, the clocks broke down easily and replacement parts were
expensive and difficult to find. Modern technology was about to come
to the rescue however, with an additional bonus too. As well as their
delicacy, since their 1st invention, the one other main drawback with torsion
clocks was their lack of accuracy. With the advent of battery powered
movements and quartz technology, the modern anniversary clock has taken
a quantum leap forward in accuracy and reliability. Now, rather than
give a winding each year, each anniversary can be celebrated by invigorating
the clock with a fresh supply of batteries, ensuring its energy continues
until the earth rotates around our sun once more and the next anniversary
can be enjoyed by a happy couple. |
 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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 Geneva Anniversary Mantel ClockSmall Parcel:Ships inside one to three days This beautiful anniversary clock is six-sided with a glass mirrored panel back. Its brass case impresses with delicately screened flowers on the two side glass panels. A rack and pinion direct the pendulum drive system, assuring many years of enjoyment. Features: *Decorative polished brass finial graces the top *Quartz battery movement with levelers (battery included) *Dimensions: 10 inches high x 8.25 inches wide x 5.75 inches deep Weight: 3.75 pounds.
Sale price $238.00
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Bulova Amesbury Anniversary ClockFree Shipping! Authorized Bulova Dealer. Splendid piece with a revolving pendulum to mark the most special occasions. The Bulova Amesbury Anniversary Clock has a goldtone case with clear sides and back. Westminster melody on the hour features a revolving pendulum ...
$52.00
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Leicester Anniversary ClockThis Leicester anniversary clock features a solid brass case and a revolving moonphase indicator. The dual-chime German movement plays Westminster or Ave Maria chimes on the quarter hour, and counts the hour as well. The three-position chime switch offers choice of full chime, silent or lowered volume at night. authentic Swarovski® crystal revolving pendulum. It requires 2 AA batteries, which are not included.
Sale price $299.50
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Hermle Americana Anniversary ClockFree Shipping! Authorized Hermle Dealer. Make your anniversary special with this Americana clock, featuring a carousel pendulum. The Hermle Americana Anniversary Clock is battery operated and runs for four hundred days. Originally this clock was to be wound once a year on the couple s anniversary. This piece is made of German porcelain and features American presidents, a moving carousell and the American eagle. The anniversary clocks are produced with a brass plated metal base with a stabilizing plastic insert and a glass dome ...
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Waltham WAC6054 Anniversary ClockThis gorgeous Anniversary Clock from Waltham features solid wood and Westminster chimes for a lovely,beautifuland accurate home accent! The base is solid wood with a rich walnut finish. Westminster chimes play on the hour followed by strikes marking the hour Automatically shuts off at night (chime only) Precision quartz movement and revolving pendulum Glass front and side panels Roman numerals on face Hour, minute and second hands Uses two AA batteries (not included) ideal for you or for a gift! Measures 7 3/4 x 4 1/4 x 9 1/2h
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Amesbury II Anniversary ClockThis Amesbury II anniversary clock features a silvertone case with clear sides and back. It plays the Westminster melody on the hour. It has a crystal revolving pendulum. A two inches x 1" oval engraving plate is included. It requires four AA batteries, which are not included.
Sale price $66.00
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Waltham WAC6054 Anniversary ClockWaltham WAC6054 Anniversary Clock
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Seth Thomas Cherry Anniversary ClockCherry anniversary clock.
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Festivity Anniversary ClockThis Festivity anniversary clock features a solid brass case. It has a decorative screened glass front and side panels and a revolving pendulum. It requires one AA battery, which is not included.
Sale price $225.00
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Crystal Anniversary ClockCelebrate a love thathas stood the test of time with this exquisite 24% lead CrystalAnniversary Clock 1/2 a gift which will have a special place on the mantle and be cherished for years to come.Crystal Anniversary Clock Features:We engrave their na
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Sternreiter Skeleton Anniversary ClockFree Shipping! Authorized Sternreiter Dealer. This anniversary clock has a unique bell-strike chime. The Sternreiter Skeleton Anniversary Clock has a fourteen-day movement that strikes the small brass bell once every hour. The Skeleton features a cow s-tail pendulum escapement and unique thick, crystal glass dome. This clock is made from solid brass ...
$326.00
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