Castle Clock

WW 801 677 00 - 6" x 9" x 4"

In 1640 the "Waaguhr" was the first mechanical clock that was affordable by the new middle class in Europe. Its simple design allowed for only one hand indicating the hours. The average person of the Seventeenth Century measured time with only three times of day:sunrise, high noon, and sunset.

This mechanism is a more modern and accurate version of the style of clock which was available in 1640. It includes a pendulum escapement (developed in 1659) and a solid brass mechanism. There are two hands (one for hours and one for minutes) and it runs eight days on a single winding

The Cast Brass Castle Clock is from Sternreiter and is made in Germany.

If you are interested in this clock please Email us at: clocks@NorthCoastImports.net - please be sure to include your zip code so we can direct you to a dealer in your area.