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What is the glass cover of a clock called?

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What is the glass cover of a clock called?
The glass cover of a clock is often called the clock face. You may also see it referred to as the dome, crystal or lens. Don't confuse it with the dial, the part of the clock that displays the hour marker. Shop a wide variety of vintage and antique clocks on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Antique English 19th Century 8 Day Fusee Skeleton Cathedral Glass Dome Clock
Located in Dayton, OH
Fusee movement and protected from dust by a glass dome.  
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Antique Mid-19th Century Victorian Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Glass, Hardwood

Glass Dome Bronze / Wood Base Porcelain Face Mantel Clock
By Ansonia Clock Company
Located in Tarry Town, NY
touch of vintage charm. Nestled within a glass dome, this clock becomes a captivating centerpiece that
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Antique 1880s American Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Glass Dome Bronze / Porcelain Face Ansonian Crystal Palace Mantel Clock
By Ansonia Clock Company
Located in Tarry Town, NY
touch of vintage charm. Nestled within a glass dome, this clock becomes a captivating centerpiece that
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Antique 1880s American Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Bronze

French Bulle Electric Clock Swedish Cut Crystal Glass Dome
Located in Vienna, AT
with the inscription Bulle Patent, blackened wooden base with plaque underneath. Glass cup with cut
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Mantel Clock with a Glass Dome, circa 1930s
Located in Opole, PL
A clock with a glass shade, circa 1930, on a wooden base. The striking, metal casing of the clock
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Vintage 1930s French Mantel Clocks

Materials

Metal

Glass Dome Bronze / Wood Base Porcelain Face Mantel Clock
Located in Tarry Town, NY
touch of vintage charm. Nestled within a glass dome, this clock becomes a captivating centerpiece that
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Antique Late 19th Century Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze

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