April 17, 2024
Hourglass - Sand Timer - 30 Minutes - Brass NEW0376
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Brass 30 Minute Hourglass - Sandglass - Wall-Mounted Ship's time was divided into half hours. The helmsman would keep a thirty minute hourglass at hand, to keep track of the eight half hours of each watch. One half-hour on board ship's was actually called a "Glass". On board the helmsman would sound the Ship's bell a consecutive number of times for each half hour passed of the current watch. This is a exact replica of an 18th century French maritime hour-glass issued by the French Admiralty Board for use on an Admiralâe(tm)s vessel. Included is a wall hanger which allows the display of itâe(tm)s interesting gimbaled construction. Hanging from its own wallhook, it can be flipped over to restart it. Desk-bound, it makes a handsome accessory. · Solid brass housing · Hanger & hook for suspension from a wall · 30 minute sand timer Dimensions: Height 5âe x Diameter 2-7/8âe Terms & Conditions Look At Our Other Auctions Drag Racing Alarm Clock Talking Picture Frame Weather Station Replogle Globes ®
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