Chess set - Tower Clock Schaak Timer

Opens 31 March
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Justus Heutink
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Description from the seller

Vintage Tower Clock Chess Clock – Mechanical – 60s/70s – Green Marble Look
Rare Tower Clock Chess Timer – Analog – German Design – Working
Description:
Beautiful vintage mechanical chess clock from the well-known brand Tower Clock.
Are you a chess enthusiast or a collector of vintage timepieces? This classic analog chess clock is a stylish addition to any chess game. This specific model stands out for its unique dark green housing with a granite- or marble-like texture.
Features:
Brand: Tower Clock (Germany).
Type: Mechanical (wind-up), no batteries needed.
Period: Circa 1950 - 1970.
Design: Characteristic red flags and a robust green housing.
Condition: In very nice optical condition (see photos). The dials are clear and the logo with the chess rook is still perfectly visible.
Operation:
The clock has two independent timekeeping mechanisms. By operating the knobs on the top, the turn alternates between players. The red flags accurately indicate when a player's time has expired.
Will be shipped by registered insured mail.

Vintage Tower Clock Chess Clock – Mechanical – 60s/70s – Green Marble Look
Rare Tower Clock Chess Timer – Analog – German Design – Working
Description:
Beautiful vintage mechanical chess clock from the well-known brand Tower Clock.
Are you a chess enthusiast or a collector of vintage timepieces? This classic analog chess clock is a stylish addition to any chess game. This specific model stands out for its unique dark green housing with a granite- or marble-like texture.
Features:
Brand: Tower Clock (Germany).
Type: Mechanical (wind-up), no batteries needed.
Period: Circa 1950 - 1970.
Design: Characteristic red flags and a robust green housing.
Condition: In very nice optical condition (see photos). The dials are clear and the logo with the chess rook is still perfectly visible.
Operation:
The clock has two independent timekeeping mechanisms. By operating the knobs on the top, the turn alternates between players. The red flags accurately indicate when a player's time has expired.
Will be shipped by registered insured mail.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Model/name
Tower Clock Schaak Timer
Country of origin
Germany
Condition
Good
Height
12 cm
Width
23 cm
Estimated period
1950-1960
Sold by
The NetherlandsVerified
299
Objects sold
94.74%
Private

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