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What do the bells on a ship’s clock mean?
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Historically, a bell was rung to denote each half hour of the four-hour long “watch” periods on a ship. The bell was rung manually and time was often kept by a sandglass rather than a clock. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of ship’s bells and nautical clocks.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Shop for Ships Bell Clock on 1stDibs
A Twin Fusee Ships Striking Bulkhead Clock
Located in Amersham, GB
A fine ship’s bell bulkhead clock striking the ‘Dog Watches’ Sequence. This eight day twin fusee
Category
Antique 1850s English Industrial Wall Clocks
Materials
Silver, Brass, Bronze, Steel
