A clock that looks a little like the one in the above photo has been on display at the London Science Museum since the 1920s.
It was originally built to celebrate the birth of Queen Victoria, and is now part of the museum’s collection.
We got in touch with the London Museum of Modern Art about the giant clock, which looks out of place on a museum wall, and whether or not it’s worth the price.
What is it?
It’s an oversized wall-clock clock made from wood, aluminium and bronze.
The clock weighs over 6kg (14.6lb), and measures roughly 15.5cm (6 inches) across.
How big is it and how much does it cost?
The clock measures 15.2cm (5 inches) long by 15.4cm (4.5 inches)-wide by 13cm (3 inches) tall, with an overall weight of 6.9kg (15lbs).
The clock also weighs 9.5kg (22lbs).
How did it get there?
The British government originally funded the clock, along with other similar clocks, to commemorate the birth and death of the queen.
The Royal Mint originally planned to make the clock to commemorate Victoria’s birthday, but the clock fell through.
The British National Museum of Victoria (now the National Maritime Museum) donated the clock for display at its new exhibition, The Age of Wonder.
When did it come to the museum?
The original clock was originally commissioned by the Queen in 1920, and went on display in the Royal Mint’s Royal Clockroom until the late 1940s.
After the war, it was moved to the Royal Naval Observatory, and finally put on display with the clock in the National Museum.
The clocks were restored to display their original glory, but are now only in the museum.
Is it free to buy?
Yes, the clock is free to purchase, and you can see it in the display case.
How do I get it?
There’s no way to actually buy it, but you can check out the clock at the museum here.
If you can’t find it online, the museum also has a small replica version on display.
What else can I do with it?
The clocks are a good way to mark the anniversary of the coronation of the Queen, which is always a good idea.
They’re also a good time to hang out at the National Library, as they can be a great way to look up and see the clock when you’re away.
The National Maritime Observatory says the clock will be on display until the end of 2019, so you’ll have plenty of time to check it out before then.
What do you think of this?
Would you buy it?
If you’ve got a wall clock, you’ll want to check out this article for tips on how to use it.
Have you ever heard of a giant wall clock?
Are there any other clocks in the collection that are larger than this?
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