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A Smiths Astral Ships Wall Clock
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A Smiths Astral Ships Wall Clock

1940 - 1960
Sold 1 November 2025 · Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd
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Description

A Smiths Astral ships bulkhead clock. Bevelled glass to the opening front bezel A good quality brass case. A 6” dial with a subsidiary seconds dial.. An 8-day timepiece mechanism. Circa 1950.

Height/Width 7" / 18 cms Depth 3 1/2 " / 9 cms.

From Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd you can expect a genuine antique clock with a written 12 month guarantee which has been serviced to a high standard. We are members of The British Watchmakers and Clockmakers Guild. Please phone us on 01179565281 to place an order, we can also Whatsapp a detailed video to your mobile.

Physical Dimensions
Height
18cm (7.09")
Width
18cm (7.09")
Depth
9cm (3.54")
Declaration

Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd has dated this Smiths Astral Ship Clock to the 1950s.

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SA1157898
Description
A Smiths Astral ships bulkhead clock. Bevelled glass to the opening front bezel A good quality brass case. A 6” dial with a subsidiary seconds dial.. An 8-day timepiece mechanism. Circa 1950.

Height/Width 7" / 18 cms Depth 3 1/2 " / 9 cms.

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From Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd you can expect a genuine antique clock with a written 12 month guarantee which has been serviced to a high standard.
Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd

We are members of The British Watchmakers and Clockmakers Guild. Please phone us on 01179565281 to place an order, we can also Whatsapp a detailed video to your mobile.

Height
18cm (7.09")
Width
18cm (7.09")
Depth
9cm (3.54")
Date of Manufacture

Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd has dated this Smiths Astral Ship Clock to the 1950s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1157898
Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd
Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2009
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A circular Smiths Astral ship clock featuring a brass case, white dial with black Roman numerals, and a subsidiary seconds sub-dial. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A circular Smiths Astral ship clock featuring a brass case, white dial with black Roman numerals, and a subsidiary seconds sub-dial. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

A Smiths Astral Ships Wall Clock

Archive II A circular Smiths Astral ship clock featuring a brass case, white dial with black Roman numerals, and a subsidiary seconds sub-dial. View II
Archive III A circular Smiths Astral ship clock featuring a brass case, white dial with black Roman numerals, and a subsidiary seconds sub-dial. View III
Archive IV A circular Smiths Astral ship clock featuring a brass case, white dial with black Roman numerals, and a subsidiary seconds sub-dial. View IV
Archive V A circular Smiths Astral ship clock featuring a brass case, white dial with black Roman numerals, and a subsidiary seconds sub-dial. View V
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Telephone 0117 956 5281
Location
Bristol
United Kingdom
Verified Since Aug 2009
Items For Sale 135
Items Sold 4,301
Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd
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A circular Smiths Astral ship clock featuring a brass case, white dial with black Roman numerals, and a subsidiary seconds sub-dial.
A Smiths Astral Ships Wall Clock
Ref: SA1157898
A circular Smiths Astral ship clock featuring a brass case, white dial with black Roman numerals, and a subsidiary seconds sub-dial.
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  • ObjectWall Clocks
  • Period1940 - 1960
  • StyleMid-Century Modern
  • MaterialBrass, Glass
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsRoman numerals, Subsidiary seconds dial, Hinged brass bezel, Mounting flange
  • SizeH 18 cm (7 in) x W 18 cm (7 in) x D 9 cm (4 in)

Smiths Astral clocks were produced by S. Smith & Sons in Great Britain, renowned for manufacturing high-precision marine chronometers, bulkhead clocks, and navigational timepieces for commercial and naval vessels during the 20th century.

These maritime clocks typically feature heavy forged or cast brass cases, thick bevelled glass lenses, silvered or white enamel dials, and robust mechanical movements designed to withstand marine environments.

Authentic pieces feature maker signatures such as Smiths Astral on the dial, serial numbers on the movement plate, solid brass housing with mounting lugs, and traditional mechanical escapements rather than modern quartz movements.

A brass bulkhead clock can be mounted on a panelled library wall, above a mantelpiece, or integrated into a gallery wall to introduce metallic warmth and industrial character to modern spaces.

Maintain the polished brass casing using a non-abrasive metal cleaner while avoiding contact with the dial, and ensure the mechanical movement is professionally serviced every few years to preserve functionality.
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