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Creator: Simplex
Mid Century Simplex Round Electric Wall Clock
By Simplex
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, a Simplex round wall clock. Made in the USA. Mid Century period. Electric work. Tested and currently working. Very quiet.
Clean streamline design in aluminum ...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Simplex Clocks
Materials
Aluminum
1960s Simplex Electric School Wall Clock
By Simplex
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s Simplex Wall Clock
12.75 h x 12.75 x 3 d
Original vintage. Patina present on aluminum frame. Minor scratch on glass.
Tested and working super quiet
Refer to images listed
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Simplex Clocks
Materials
Aluminum
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Simplex clocks for sale on 1stDibs.
Simplex clocks are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Simplex clocks, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original clocks by Simplex were created in the mid-century modern style in united states during the 1960s. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider clocks by Howard Miller, George Nelson, and Arthur Umanoff. Prices for Simplex clocks can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $325 and can go as high as $325, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $325.