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Nautical Ship Clock

Seiko Ship's Nautical Analog Clock, 1980s
Seiko Ship's Nautical Analog Clock, 1980s

Seiko Ship's Nautical Analog Clock, 1980s

Located in Nantucket, MA

From a decommissioned Japanese ship, black Seiko analog clocks with brushed nickel faces. Battery mechanism updated and an easy opening on the back side. Black metal surround and gla...

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Late 20th Century Japanese Industrial Nautical Objects

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Metal

Rare Chelsea Carved Dolphin Nautical Maritime Ship Mantel Clock & Barometer 25"
Rare Chelsea Carved Dolphin Nautical Maritime Ship Mantel Clock & Barometer 25"

Rare Chelsea Carved Dolphin Nautical Maritime Ship Mantel Clock & Barometer 25"

Located in Dayton, OH

Rare mid century nautical maritime theme Chelsea Ship's Clock and Barometer set featuring a carved mahogany case with dolphins / delphins flanking brass cased gauges accented with sh...

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Nautical Objects

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Brass

Mid Century French Degon Rouen Brass Nautical Maritime Ship Bulkhead Clock 7"
Mid Century French Degon Rouen Brass Nautical Maritime Ship Bulkhead Clock 7"

Mid Century French Degon Rouen Brass Nautical Maritime Ship Bulkhead Clock 7"

Located in Dayton, OH

Mid Century French Degon Rouen ship's clock. Wall mounted brass case with painted face, Roman numerals, copper hands, fronted with thick glass. Works numbered 6 56 005042. Made in F...

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Vintage 1950s Wall Clocks

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Brass

Nautical pocket watch holder stand, sailing ship, carved, folk art, 1880 Germany
Nautical pocket watch holder stand, sailing ship, carved, folk art, 1880 Germany

Nautical pocket watch holder stand, sailing ship, carved, folk art, 1880 Germany

Located in Wien, AT

Particularly decorative pocket watch holder, made of hand-carved oak wood, manufactured around 1880 in Germany, probably in the Black Forest region. An exceptionally charming watch ...

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Antique 1880s German Folk Art Carriage Clocks and Travel Clocks

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Oak

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Nautical Chelsea Ship's Bell Clock
Nautical Chelsea Ship's Bell Clock

Nautical Chelsea Ship's Bell Clock

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H 22.5 in W 17.5 in D 9.25 in

Nautical Chelsea Ship's Bell Clock

By Chelsea Clock

Located in Chicago, IL

This is a fabulous piece! The clock is in the shape of a yacht's wheel and is mounted into a wooden parquetry holder, the design is also mimicking the elements of a ships wheel.

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Vintage 1940s American Mantel Clocks

Rare Seth Thomas No. 6 Ships Nautical Wardroom Clock Ca 1920
Rare Seth Thomas No. 6 Ships Nautical Wardroom Clock Ca 1920

Rare Seth Thomas No. 6 Ships Nautical Wardroom Clock Ca 1920

By Seth Thomas Clock Company

Located in Palm City, FL

Stand included, a $75.00 value! A classic ship's Wardroom clock which keeps excellent time, and is in outstanding condition all around! Presented is a Seth Thomas ship's clock ...

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Early 20th Century American Clocks

Vintage Chelsea Nautical Base & Ball Ships Bell Clock  Rose Case
Vintage Chelsea Nautical Base & Ball Ships Bell Clock  Rose Case

Vintage Chelsea Nautical Base & Ball Ships Bell Clock Rose Case

Located in Palm City, FL

Later named - Commodore -.A perfect example of a Chelsea Clock Co., marine ship's bell clock in a stylish forged pink bronze case. This design dates back to Chelsea's beginning, and ...

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Vintage 1970s American Clocks

Unique Seth Thomas Side Wind Lever Ships Chronometer
Unique Seth Thomas Side Wind Lever Ships Chronometer

Unique Seth Thomas Side Wind Lever Ships Chronometer

By Seth Thomas Clock Company

Located in Palm City, FL

Their Nautical clocks first appeared in the 1860's and were the official US Navy Ships' clock for almost 100 years.

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Antique 19th Century American Nautical Objects

Nautical Brass Ship's Clock, circa 1960s
Nautical Brass Ship's Clock, circa 1960s

Nautical Brass Ship's Clock, circa 1960s

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H 10.5 in W 10.5 in D 4 in

Nautical Brass Ship's Clock, circa 1960s

Located in Nantucket, MA

A handsome ship's clock in a brass casing with nickel face and roman numerals. Signed Viking. This is a spring mechanism clock which you wind every 8 days. In excellent working order...

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Mid-20th Century German Wall Clocks

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Brass, Nickel

Teak and Brass Ship's Nautical Clock, 1970s
Teak and Brass Ship's Nautical Clock, 1970s

Teak and Brass Ship's Nautical Clock, 1970s

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H 1.75 in Dm 7.5 in L 1.75 in

Teak and Brass Ship's Nautical Clock, 1970s

Located in Nantucket, MA

From a decommissioned ship, teak and brass ship's clocks used throughout the ship, from the late 1970s. In working order with replaced battery components on the back. Simple and eleg...

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Mid-20th Century Nautical Objects

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Teak

Ship's Brass Vintage Nautical Clock by Bargo, Germany
Ship's Brass Vintage Nautical Clock by Bargo, Germany

Ship's Brass Vintage Nautical Clock by Bargo, Germany

Located in Nantucket, MA

A brass ship's clock with Roman numeral dial. In working order, with replaced battery mechanism. Signed Bargo, Made in Germany. Lid is hinged and latches with a clear glass face, Lat...

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Mid-20th Century German Industrial Nautical Objects

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Brass

Smith London Nautical Maritime Ships Wheel Brass Porthole Wall Clock 25"
Smith London Nautical Maritime Ships Wheel Brass Porthole Wall Clock 25"

Smith London Nautical Maritime Ships Wheel Brass Porthole Wall Clock 25"

Located in Dayton, OH

Late 20th century nautical wall clock in the shape of a wooden ship's wheel / helm, with the face framed in a brass porthole.

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Late 20th Century Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass

Vintage Salem Ships Bell Nautical 8 Day Desk Clock Brass Wheel Porthole Working
Vintage Salem Ships Bell Nautical 8 Day Desk Clock Brass Wheel Porthole Working

Vintage Salem Ships Bell Nautical 8 Day Desk Clock Brass Wheel Porthole Working

Located in Dayton, OH

Late 20th century Salem Ships Bell desk / table clock. Brass case in the shape of a porthole surrounded by a ship's wheel / helm, set on a rectangular wood base. Champagne gilt face ...

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Late 20th Century Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Brass

Vintage Ship's Master Clock In Wood Case by Mercer
Vintage Ship's Master Clock In Wood Case by Mercer

Vintage Ship's Master Clock In Wood Case by Mercer

Located in Astoria, NY

A ship's master clock trio by Mercer of St. Albans, England. The piece has three dials mounted in glass on a wood case. The piece is being sold for display purposes only; the clocks ...

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20th Century English Nautical Objects

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Metal

Chrome Wempe Analog Clock from Ship's Radio Room, German, 1970s
Chrome Wempe Analog Clock from Ship's Radio Room, German, 1970s

Chrome Wempe Analog Clock from Ship's Radio Room, German, 1970s

Located in Nantucket, MA

A ship's chrome analog clock used in the radio room, hence the colorful face. The minutes in these zones were meant for silence in the radio room in order to listen for SOS alerts a ...

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Mid-20th Century German Industrial Nautical Objects

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Chrome, Nickel

Vintage Schatz Brass Nautical Ship's Clock & Schatz Royal Mariner Barometer Set
Vintage Schatz Brass Nautical Ship's Clock & Schatz Royal Mariner Barometer Set

Vintage Schatz Brass Nautical Ship's Clock & Schatz Royal Mariner Barometer Set

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This pairing of a brass ship's clock and marine barometer were made by the highly renowned Schatz Clock Company of Germany in approximately 1981 for their 100 year anniversary in the...

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Late 20th Century German Late Victorian Nautical Objects

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Metal, Brass

Antique Nautical Brass Ship's Clock, Barometer & Bell Grouping
Antique Nautical Brass Ship's Clock, Barometer & Bell Grouping

Antique Nautical Brass Ship's Clock, Barometer & Bell Grouping

By Chelsea Clock

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This antique nautical brass ship's clock and barometer were made by the Chelsea Clock Company of the United States and date to approximately 1920 and done in the period style.

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Nautical Objects

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Brass

Round Brass Nautical Ship's Bell Clock Winding Key Stockburger West Germany
Round Brass Nautical Ship's Bell Clock Winding Key Stockburger West Germany

Round Brass Nautical Ship's Bell Clock Winding Key Stockburger West Germany

By Seth Thomas Clock Company

Located in Chula Vista, CA

Marine Clock 1960s by Stockburger maritime round brass nautical ship's bell clock West Germany Mechanical with winding key 7.5 diameter x 3.75 d Preowned vintage unrestored cond...

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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Brass

Double-Sided Ship's Nautical Hallway Clock by Citizen
Double-Sided Ship's Nautical Hallway Clock by Citizen

Double-Sided Ship's Nautical Hallway Clock by Citizen

Located in Nantucket, MA

From a decommissioned ship, a passageway or hallway clock that is double sided so that you see the time from either direction. Metal casing with its original green paint with chrome ...

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Late 20th Century British Industrial Nautical Objects

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Stainless Steel, Chrome

Seiko Ship's Nautical Clock in Green Metal Case, 1970s
Seiko Ship's Nautical Clock in Green Metal Case, 1970s

Seiko Ship's Nautical Clock in Green Metal Case, 1970s

Located in Nantucket, MA

From decommissioned ships, Seiko clocks with glass fronts in a green metal case with rubber sealed edging. Battery operated and mechanism has been updated from a hard-wired slave clo...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Industrial Nautical Objects

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Metal

Rare Nautical Omega Clock Royal Navy Submarine, Ship, 8 Days
Rare Nautical Omega Clock Royal Navy Submarine, Ship, 8 Days

Rare Nautical Omega Clock Royal Navy Submarine, Ship, 8 Days

By Omega

Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos

Second World War Royal Navy Submarine, Ship, 8 Days Omega clock. A model created in 1936 and specially developed for the British navy.

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Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass

Vintage Nautical Brass and Mahogany Ship Wheel Mantel Clock
Vintage Nautical Brass and Mahogany Ship Wheel Mantel Clock

Vintage Nautical Brass and Mahogany Ship Wheel Mantel Clock

By O.B. McClintock Co.

Located in San Jose, CA

Mid Century Modern mantel clock manufactured by O.B. McClintock Clock Company circa 1950's. This piece features beautifully patinated brass and restored solid mahogany wood. The perf...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Mantel Clocks

Materials

Brass

Yacht Wheel with Mounted Ships Clock
Yacht Wheel with Mounted Ships Clock

Yacht Wheel with Mounted Ships Clock

Located in Norwell, MA

Eight spoke mahogany ships wheel with extensive Hollywood inlay and striking ships clock in brass case. Weight is 12 pounds.

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Vintage 1960s Nautical Objects

Materials

Wood, Mahogany

Seth Thomas Rudder Ship Wheel Electric Alarm Clock Vintage 1951
Seth Thomas Rudder Ship Wheel Electric Alarm Clock Vintage 1951

Seth Thomas Rudder Ship Wheel Electric Alarm Clock Vintage 1951

By Seth Thomas Clock Company

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration: Seth Thomas nautical ship wheel rudder alarm clock, vintage electric, Mid-Century Modern nautical marine theme designed with metal, plastic and cork trim, USA...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern More Clocks

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Metal

Vintage German Brass Ships Porthole Nautical Boat Wall Clock Mechanical Movement
Vintage German Brass Ships Porthole Nautical Boat Wall Clock Mechanical Movement

Vintage German Brass Ships Porthole Nautical Boat Wall Clock Mechanical Movement

Located in Dayton, OH

Mid 20th century key wound port hole clock. Features a brass frame with metal dial and glass window. Hangs via 3 screw holes at the base. Marked along the face EW A porthole, som...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Brass

Vintage Brass Navigar Necesse Martime Nautical Ships Chronometer Box Clock
Vintage Brass Navigar Necesse Martime Nautical Ships Chronometer Box Clock

Vintage Brass Navigar Necesse Martime Nautical Ships Chronometer Box Clock

Located in Dayton, OH

Navigare Necesse Est Authentic Models desktop clock, (Amsterdam London Paris), fashioned after an original by the famous London instrument maker, John Poole. The inlaid case is solid...

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Late 20th Century British Colonial Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Brass

Two Sided Clock from Ship's Passageway, 1970's
Two Sided Clock from Ship's Passageway, 1970's

Two Sided Clock from Ship's Passageway, 1970's

Located in Nantucket, MA

A dual-faced clock once used along the passageway of a large ship. Analog face and runs on battery. These normally were connected to a master clock as there would have been more than...

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Mid-20th Century European Industrial Nautical Objects

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Metal

Seiko Ship's Clock in Green Metal Case, 1970s
Seiko Ship's Clock in Green Metal Case, 1970s

Seiko Ship's Clock in Green Metal Case, 1970s

Located in Nantucket, MA

From decommissioned ships, Seiko clocks with glass fronts in a green metal case with rubber sealed edging. Battery operated and mechanism has been updated, circa 1970s. Some have a f...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Industrial Nautical Objects

Ship's Chrome Wall Clock by Viking, 1970s, Denmark
Ship's Chrome Wall Clock by Viking, 1970s, Denmark

Ship's Chrome Wall Clock by Viking, 1970s, Denmark

Located in Nantucket, MA

A ship's chrome, battery operated wall clock by Viking. Signed Weilbach & Co., Copenhagen. Battery mechanism replaced putting it in good working order; and piece has been polished up...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Industrial Nautical Objects

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Chrome

Double-Faced Seiko Wall Clock from Decommissioned Ship, Mid-Century Modern
Double-Faced Seiko Wall Clock from Decommissioned Ship, Mid-Century Modern

Double-Faced Seiko Wall Clock from Decommissioned Ship, Mid-Century Modern

Located in Nantucket, MA

Double sided Seiko metal wall clock from a decommissioned ship. Mid-Century Modern. Originally hard-wired on the ship, but has been converted to battery power. Great graphics. In wor...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Nautical Objects

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Metal

Nautical Ships Clock Rare U.S. Coast Guard  Pre WW II Mint
Nautical Ships Clock Rare U.S. Coast Guard  Pre WW II Mint

Nautical Ships Clock Rare U.S. Coast Guard Pre WW II Mint

Located in Palm City, FL

Presented is a collector quality Seth Thomas U.S.Coast Guard Mil-Spec clock that was typically mounted on a bulkhead on a ship's bridge, quarter deck, or in a wardroom. It has a 6 in...

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Vintage 1930s American Clocks

Materials

Silk

Antique Nautical Ships Double Wind Bridge Clock Dated 1878
Antique Nautical Ships Double Wind Bridge Clock Dated 1878

Antique Nautical Ships Double Wind Bridge Clock Dated 1878

Located in Palm City, FL

Seth Thomas, America's oldest clock maker started operations in 1813. Their Nautical clocks first appeared in the 1860's and were the official US Navy Ships' clock for almost 100 yea...

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Antique 19th Century American Clocks

Rare Chelsea Nautical Desk Top  Ship's Clock & Barometer Set
Rare Chelsea Nautical Desk Top  Ship's Clock & Barometer Set

Rare Chelsea Nautical Desk Top Ship's Clock & Barometer Set

Located in Palm City, FL

Here is a near perfect example of a Chelsea ship's bell clock and a companion holosteric barometer with special Fahrenheit thermometer that was first introduced in 1928 as the Columb...

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Vintage 1970s American Clocks

Seth Thomas Ship's Bell Nautical 8 Day Clock Ca 1921
Seth Thomas Ship's Bell Nautical 8 Day Clock Ca 1921

Seth Thomas Ship's Bell Nautical 8 Day Clock Ca 1921

Located in Palm City, FL

Presented is a very rare, vintage, eight day, 7 Jewel movement, striking bell clock whose design dates to 1921. Its No. 115 movement closely resembles, and is the equal of Chelsea's ...

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Early 20th Century American Clocks

Late Victorian English Bulkhead Clock with Dog’s Watch Ship's Strike.
Late Victorian English Bulkhead Clock with Dog’s Watch Ship's Strike.

Late Victorian English Bulkhead Clock with Dog’s Watch Ship's Strike.

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Greenlawn, NY

Makers: J.C. Jennens, London. Retailed by Tiffany & Co, New York. Description: A late-19th century bronze bulkhead clock with ship’s striking including the dog’s watch originally...

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Antique 1880s English Other Nautical Objects

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Brass

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Located in Leicester, Leicestershire

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By Industrial Design

Located in Leicester, Leicestershire

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By Industrial Production

Located in Leicester, Leicestershire

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1970 Seiko Blue and Tobacco Retro Vintage Industrial Antique Steel Quartz Clock
1970 Seiko Blue and Tobacco Retro Vintage Industrial Antique Steel Quartz Clock

1970 Seiko Blue and Tobacco Retro Vintage Industrial Antique Steel Quartz Clock

By Seiko

Located in Leicester, Leicestershire

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By Seiko

Located in Vienna, AT

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Nautical Ship Clock For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the nautical ship clock you’re looking for. Frequently made of metal, brass and chrome, every nautical ship clock was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect nautical ship clock — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. When you’re browsing for the right nautical ship clock, those designed in Industrial, Art Deco and Victorian styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made nautical ship clock over the years, but those crafted by Omega are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Nautical Ship Clock?

Prices for a nautical ship clock start at $295 and top out at $4,800 with the average selling for $505.

Finding the Right Clocks for You

A sophisticated clock design, whether it’s a desk clock, mantel clock or large wall clock for your living room, is a decorative object to be admired in your home as much as it is a necessary functional element. This is part of the reason clocks make such superb collectibles. Given the versatility of these treasured fixtures — they’ve long been made in a range of shapes, sizes and styles — a clock can prove integral to your own particular interior decor.

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Questions About Nautical Ship Clock
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A nautical clock, also known as a marine chronometer, is a timepiece found on ships. The clock dictates a ship’s position by celestial navigation and keeps the current time in comparison to GMT. Browse a wide range of nautical memorabilia, including clocks, on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A ship's clock is also called a ship’s bell because it indicates the hour by sounding a bell. As a collectible, a ship's bell will complement any home’s nautical-themed décor. Shop a collection of antique and vintage ship’s clocks from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.