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Timepieces
Any item that is either worn or displayed to tell the time.
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digital display
Timepieces; Watches
Indicates the time with changing numbers. Sometimes called a "numerical time display."
cylinder escapement
Timepieces; Watches
Mechanism that transmits power to the balance, in order to make it oscillate. The teeth of the escape-wheel mesh direct¬ly with the balance staff, which is in the form of a hollow ...
dial
Timepieces; Watches
The dial displays a range of information; principally hours, minutes and seconds. The information is indicated by numbers, divisions or markers of different designs. Dials vary in ...
crystal seal
Timepieces; Watches
Synthetic material that ensures water-resistance around the crystal.
crown
Timepieces; Watches
A small rotating button that it is found on the side of the case. In a mechanical watch it is used for windin the mechanism. In all watches (mechanical, automatic or quartz) it is ...
counter
Timepieces; Watches
A small dial (square, round or rectangular) that is stamped on, or set into, the dial of a watch, indicating specific information. In a chronograph, counters display the hours, ...
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- Alarm clocks (574)
- Clocks (207)
- Watches (1616)