Western Clock Co. Alarm Clock, 1918-1931
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Artifact Overview
By the late 19th century, spring-driven, key-wound alarm clocks helped Americans wake up and arrive on time for work, school and appointments. Manufacturers sometimes gave these inexpensive clocks imaginative names to help sell their products. Westclox -- a registered trademark of the Western Clock Company -- named this clock "Big Ben," linking the company's product with the famous bell and clock tower in London.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Alarm clock
Date Made
1918-1931
Creators
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
88.0.9.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Brass (Alloy)
Steel (Alloy)
Nickel (Metal)
Color
Black (Color)
White (Color)
Silver (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 5.125 in
Depth: 2.875 in
Diameter: 5.125 in
Inscriptions
Below hands arbor is printed: WESTCLOX / BIG BEN
Lower edge of dial reads: MADE BY WESTERN CLOCK CO., LA SALLE, ILL., U.S.A.
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