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60 Minute Large Bobbin Hourglass

RC026-1

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Quick Overview

  • Made from recycled industrial artifacts from the World War II era
  • Measures 60 minutes of time
  • Made in the United Kingdom
  • Hand-blown glass

This bobbin sand timer is a historic piece of art. The timer is composed of antique wood spools found in abandoned textile mills in England. The spindles and wooden base were used from 1939-1945 during World War II in a factory in Barrowford Mill, Nelson. These particular spools held tire cord for the Morris and Austin Car Groups. The spindles were pewter shielded to protect the edges of the spool.

Each timer has a cotton sticker placed on its base. These stickers were made in New York in 1917 and found in cupboard in an abandoned sewing thread factory in Leek, Derbyshire.

As with all antique and hand-made items, the colors and decorations vary slightly. We consider this to be a special part of their history and character.

Hourglass Sand Timer Engraving Available   Engraving available - see ideas - request quote 

Specifications

  •  7"D x 14-15.5"H (approx)
  • Natural or White sand
  • Item Weight: 3 lbs
  • Assembled when ordered, usually ships within 2 days

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Jeffery A.
Beautiful piece

This piece was delivered promptly and lived up to it's website description and my expectations.

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Lynn K.
Large Bobbin Hourglass

The hourglass is a stunning piece. My husband loved the history associated with it also. Just Hourglasses was so accommodating with my last minute requests and I would recommend them to anyone looking for a unique gift.

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kathy a.
60th Anniversary

I purchased the 60 minute bobbin hourglass for my parents 60th wedding anniversary. 60 minutes for 60 years of love and memories. They love it! Dad, as a veteran, loves WWII memorabilia and mom collects antique sewing notions so it fits perfectly! It arrived quickly. The glass was a little loose when it arrived but customer service was very quick and helpful and offered an immediate fix! It is very unique and beautiful and I know my mom and dad will cherish it for years to come.

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Joanie W.
SPINDLE HOURGLASS

Very helpful in choosing an hour glass, just disappointed no historic sticker
on glass and hour glass is beautiful, well made, thanks, Joanie

Thank you for shopping with us! I suspect the sticker on your hourglass came off during customs inspection as it was on the hourglass when shipped :-(.

Justhourglasses Team


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