Alarm clock - Réveil mécanique / Pendulette de bureau Gold Starry – Forme octogonale – France – Années 1970 - Metal - 1960-1970
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Mechanical alarm clock / desk pendulum by Gold Starry, octagonal brushed metal case from France, circa 1960s–1970s, blue‑purple dial with arabic numerals at 12, 3, 6 and 9 and baton indices, manual wind mechanical movement with 1‑day power reserve, no striking sound, in working order, dimensions about 7.5 × 3.5 × 6.5 cm, weight 400 g, not supplied with a winding key.
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Mechanical alarm clock / Gold Starry Office Mantel Clock – Octagonal shape – France – 1970s
Elegant vintage desk clock or mechanical alarm clock from the Gold Starry brand, dating approximately to the 1970s.
This piece stands out with its octagonal case, featuring geometric and faceted lines characteristic of modernist design from that period. Its silhouette particularly evokes the shape of a nut, giving it an original and notably decorative aesthetic.
The case has a brushed metal finish. The dial, in a midnight blue hue with violet undertones, is adorned with stylized Arabic numerals at the 12, 3, 6, and 9 positions, as well as baton hour markers. The signature “Gold Starry” is visible on the dial.
Specifications
* Brand: Gold Starry
* Type: mechanical alarm clock / mantel clock
* Era: circa 1970
* Origin: France
* Movement: manual-wind mechanical
* Case: brushed metal finish
* Dial: midnight blue with violet hues
* Protection: glass
* Shape: octagonal
* Dimensions: about 7.4 × 3.5 cm, with a total height of about 6.5 cm
* Weight: about 322 g
Condition and operation
The alarm clock has been tested prior to sale.
* Operation: the mechanical movement runs correctly and the alarm function has been tested.
* Aesthetic condition: very good overall for its age, with some minor signs of use and time marks.
* Dial and glass: well preserved and with good readability.
The photographs are an integral part of the description and allow you to assess precisely the clock’s aesthetic condition.
Mechanical alarm clock / Gold Starry Office Mantel Clock – Octagonal shape – France – 1970s
Elegant vintage desk clock or mechanical alarm clock from the Gold Starry brand, dating approximately to the 1970s.
This piece stands out with its octagonal case, featuring geometric and faceted lines characteristic of modernist design from that period. Its silhouette particularly evokes the shape of a nut, giving it an original and notably decorative aesthetic.
The case has a brushed metal finish. The dial, in a midnight blue hue with violet undertones, is adorned with stylized Arabic numerals at the 12, 3, 6, and 9 positions, as well as baton hour markers. The signature “Gold Starry” is visible on the dial.
Specifications
* Brand: Gold Starry
* Type: mechanical alarm clock / mantel clock
* Era: circa 1970
* Origin: France
* Movement: manual-wind mechanical
* Case: brushed metal finish
* Dial: midnight blue with violet hues
* Protection: glass
* Shape: octagonal
* Dimensions: about 7.4 × 3.5 cm, with a total height of about 6.5 cm
* Weight: about 322 g
Condition and operation
The alarm clock has been tested prior to sale.
* Operation: the mechanical movement runs correctly and the alarm function has been tested.
* Aesthetic condition: very good overall for its age, with some minor signs of use and time marks.
* Dial and glass: well preserved and with good readability.
The photographs are an integral part of the description and allow you to assess precisely the clock’s aesthetic condition.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Manufacturer/brand
Réveil mécanique / Pendulette de bureau Gold Starry – Forme octogonale – France – Années 1970
Number of objects
1
Clock type
Alarm clock
Material
Metal
Clock mechanism
Mechanical
Power reserve
1 day movement
Striking
Not striking
Country of origin
France
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
In working order
Yes
Height
6.5 cm
Width
7.5 cm
Depth
3.5 cm
Estimated period
1960-1970
Weight
400 g
Winding key
No
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