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How does a Congreve clock work?
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The Congreve clock is a stroke of genius. A brass ball zig-zags down a platform in a time span of 15 seconds. Once the ball reaches the end, it hits a lever and a spring pushes the platform up, which tilts the brass ball back down the zig-zag path. The hands of the clock also advance by 15 seconds. You can shop a selection of Congreve clocks on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Miniature English William Congreve Rolling Ball Clock
Located in Danville, CA
Here is a beautiful miniature Congreve rolling ball clock. This one comes with a solid marble display base and protective dome.
Category
Late 20th Century Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Brass
Rare Mystery Fusee Chain English Congreve Rolling Ball Clock with BELL STRIKING
Located in Danville, CA
Mystery 8 DAY Fusee Chain English Congreve Rolling Ball Clock with BELL STRIKING
--with Second Indicator & Angle Scale--
Here is a beautiful mystery Congreve rolling ball clock.
Category
Late 20th Century British Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Brass
24K Gold Plated Miniature 8 Day English William Congreve Rolling Ball Clock
Located in Danville, CA
24K Mini English William Congreve Rolling Ball Clock with Front Door & Storage
Here is a beautiful miniature Congreve rolling ball clock.
Category
Late 20th Century Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Brass
Large Mystery 8 DAY Fusee Chain English Congreve Rolling Ball Clock
Located in Danville, CA
Mystery 8 DAY Fusee Chain English Congreve Rolling Ball Clock
Here is a beautiful mystery Congreve rolling ball clock.
Category
Late 20th Century Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Brass
