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Simon Willard Lighthouse Clock | ||
| Collection No. | 57.1.15 | |
| Description | Lighthouse clock with patent alarm timepiece movement by Simon Willard. Mahogany square shaped case with wide molding at bottom. Weight powered movement mounted on mahogany block and covered by a cone shaped brass bell which rests on a brass plate engraved: "Made by Simon Willard in 1833, in his 80th year". Eight-day. brass movement with alarm mechanism. Deadbeat escapement. Mahogany case and glass bell jar are a modern reproductions. | |
| Probable Date | 1833 | |
| Dimensions | Ht: 28 1/2" | |
| History | repaired 6/8/71 | |
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