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Antique and Exotic Timekeeping Marvels
Explore a crossword featuring rare and extraordinary timekeeping devices from history and around the world.
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- 1. Extremely precise maritime timekeeper
- 5. Drum based water timing apparatus
- 7. Device telling time using the sun’s shadow
- 10. Historical instrument for astronomical measurements and time
- 11. Clock-like device for telling time at night by stars
- 13. Ancient water clock measuring time by flow
- 15. Measuring time by regulated burning of oil in a lamp
- 16. Rotational force powering mechanical timepieces
- 18. Hypothetical clock using stars for night-time hours
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- 2. Unique time device dividing day inspired by ancient Japan
- 3. Intricate gears driving unusual clocks or watches
- 4. Time measuring device using water level changes
- 6. Asian timekeeper burning fragrant sticks to mark hours
- 8. Device marking time with sound or bells
- 9. Another name for an hourglass with flowing sand
- 12. Primitive timekeeper using burning torch to measure intervals
- 14. Calendar based on moon and sun cycles
- 17. Time measurement using sand in two connected bulbs
- 19. Study influencing some ancient timekeeping instruments
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