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JEFFERSON ELECTRIC COMPANY, Bellwood, Illinois / USA (1950)
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115 VAC / 60 Hz gold plated ; with fluorescent Radium Hands & Figures
This "ArtDeco" clock, is a " M Y S T E R Y ", because no driving
force can be seen. To unveil its "SECRET", look behind ...
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... A GLASS IN A GEAR-RING ( hidden in the golden ring ) is revolved
( 1 turn per hour ) by a SYNCHRONE MOTOR in the base. Attached to the
glass is the MINUTE HAND ON FRONT. On the BACK SIDE of the central axle
is a GEAR ( with a WEIGHT ) what drives the HOUR HAND.
R E M A R K : N I G H T - L I G H T C L O C K
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... Placed a "DoubleColor"-LED on the back side over the cable, wired
in serial to the motor, creates a beautiful NIGHT-LIGHT CLOCK !!!