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Curious Quirks of Antique Horology
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  • 1. Style of pocket watch meant to be worn on a chain
  • 2. Power source spring in mechanical timepieces
  • 3. Obsolete term related to clock component lubrication
  • 10. Protective inner cover used in pocket watches
  • 12. Parts that release energy in a timed manner inside clocks
  • 13. Three-paneled casing sometimes found on elaborate clock faces
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  • 4. Sound produced by bells to mark hours or quarters
  • 5. Decorative garland motif often found on antique clock cases
  • 6. Part adjusted to modify clock’s timing accuracy
  • 7. Oscillating component controlling precision in mechanical clocks
  • 8. Conical pulley used to even out torque in old watches
  • 9. Part that measures minutes on a clock dial
  • 11. French term for a decorative antique mantel clock
  • 14. Twisting force exerted by the mainspring on gears
  • 15. Early escapement mechanism that regulates timepiece movement

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