Crystal clocks are glass bodies into which canned clocks are placed. Canned clocks are a modern invention that puts all the moving parts in an enclosed space behind the clock face. Therefore the glass form needs only a hole the right size into which to slide the canned clock. The clock can small or large, and the glass body small or large. Between the size of the clock, the size, shape, color and ornamentation of the crystal, the possibilities are endless.
Crystal clocks are beautiful glass collectibles. The crystal body can be of any form: an upright slab, a cube, a sphere, etc. Or it may be an animal like a horse or sea creature. Or the glass may be shaped like an Greek temple, airplane or automobile, or any other man-made object. For the sports enthusiast, the glass can be shaped like a ball: a golf ball, baseball, basketball, soccer ball, football. Frequently the glass part of the clock is provided with an appropriately themed stand on which an engraved plate is placed.
Crystal clocks are common in the corporate world as awards for successful projects or for longevity in the workplace. The glass may be suitably engraved, or a brass plate attached with the sentiments of the occasion.
The crystal form itself may be smooth or faceted. Because the block of glass is usually thick, it can cut to provide many miniature rainbows produced as the light comes through the crystal body. The mass of the crystal is countered by the clarity of the glass and its transparency. Usually the glass is clear, but it could also be any color in which glass can be made, or opaque or matte.
The best makers of lead crystal items include crystal clocks in their product line, like Waterford, Orrefors and Baccarat. Lesser names may use regular glass instead of lead crystal, but that does not mean the clock is any less beautiful. A crystal clock provides all the pleasure of any glass product with the additional advantage of keeping time. On a desk, mantle or shelf, a crystal clock is a nice decorative item, and can be as expensive or inexpensive as the buyer wishes. On your next gift-giving occasion, consider a crystal clock.
* * * For information about other kinds of clocks, please go to this site: Wall Clocks. * * *
* * * You might also consider a large novelty clock. * * *
* * * Buying wall clocks online requires knowledge. Check this site for information. * * *
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