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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
20th Century Mahogany Wood & Brass Chelsea Ship-Strike Bell Clock
By Chelsea Clock
Located in Tarry Town, NY
This late 20th-century Chelsea Ship-Strike Bell Clock is a finely crafted maritime timepiece, made
Category
Late 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Brass
