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The Copernicus – Orrery Table Clock under Glass Dome
Gold
$3,290.00
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The Copernicus – Orrery Table Clock under Glass Dome
The Sun, the Earth and the Moon turning above a skeleton dial.
Orrerydisplay
Glassdome
Craftedby expert clockmakers
Under a glass dome, a skeleton clock with a filigree dial carries a small orrery: the Sun, the Earth and the Moon on their arms, a tribute to the astronomical clocks of the past. Available in a gold finish on a dark wood base, or silver on a black base.
$3,290.00
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Description & details
The Sun, the Earth and the Moon turning above the dial: an astronomical clock under glass.
At the top of the Copernicus sits an astrolabe, driven by a quartz-controlled skeleton movement. Alongside the hours and minutes, the movement sets the Sun, the Earth and the Moon in motion through the visible gear train above the dial, reproducing their real cycles: the Earth turns once on its own axis every 24 hours and completes one orbit around the Sun in a year, while the Moon circles the Earth every 29½ days, so that its phases can be followed just as they are seen from Earth.
On the flat, cylindrical scale of the upper display, the Earth travels through the twelve signs of the zodiac, the months and the days, shown on a decorative pictorial ring. The timing of every cycle is faithful to reality; only the relative sizes and distances of the bodies are scaled down.
- Style: Astronomical skeleton clock under glass dome
- Case: Glass dome on a round base
- Dial: Filigree skeleton dial with Roman numerals
- Movement: Quartz-controlled skeleton movement driving an astrolabe of the Sun, Earth and Moon
- Displays: hours, minutes, zodiac signs, months, days and Moon phases
- Finishes: Gold, Silver
Dimensions: H 30 cm × W 23 cm × D 15 cm
A timeless piece, made to be admired every day and handed down.
How to use it
Place the clock on a level wall, shelf or floor, away from direct sunlight and heat sources.
To set the time, gently move the minute hand clockwise only. On pendulum models, start the pendulum with a light push and wind the movement regularly with the key provided.
How it works
The movement drives the hands and, on pendulum models, the steady swing of the pendulum regulates the timekeeping. If the clock runs fast or slow, a small adjustment of the pendulum bob corrects it: lower to slow it down, higher to speed it up.
Each clock comes with simple setup instructions, and our team is available by email if you need help.
Delivery
Home delivery is free on every order during our Black Friday offer. Each clock is carefully packed to protect its case, glass and movement.
As soon as your order ships you receive a confirmation email with your tracking number.
How the mechanism works
A precise, low-maintenance quartz movement hidden behind a classic dial.
1Quartz precision
A tiny quartz crystal vibrates at a perfectly stable frequency, which the movement converts into one precise step of the second hand at a time.
2No winding
The movement runs on a battery: no winding and no regulating, just accurate time every day.
3Easy care
Set the time with the knob at the back, and replace the battery when you notice the clock slowing down.
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Inside the movement
The beating heart of every clock
Behind each dial lies a mechanism of brass and steel, made of hundreds of parts working in perfect harmony. Here is how it works, and who brings it to life.
Three-train chiming movementHow a mechanical clock works
A mechanical clock turns a simple force, gravity, into perfectly measured time. Four elements work together, second after second.
- 01The energyBrass weights, raised when you wind the clock, slowly descend on their chains or cables. Their pull is the only power the clock needs: no batteries, no electricity.
- 02The gear trainBetween two solid brass plates, a train of precisely cut wheels and pinions transmits that energy and turns the hands at exactly the right speed.
- 03The escapement & pendulumThe pendulum swings at a constant rhythm. With every swing, the escapement releases the gears by a single tooth: the steady tick-tock that keeps the time.
- 04The chimeA pinned barrel lifts a row of hammers in sequence. They strike tuned rods or tubes to play the melody each quarter hour, then count the hours.
Precision brass movementBuilt to be handed down
A good movement is not made to last a few years, but generations. The brass plates are thick and finely finished, the wheels are cut with precision, and every pivot turns smoothly to keep wear to a minimum.
With a little care, regular winding and occasional servicing, a mechanical clock keeps running, ticking and chiming for decades, and becomes part of the family story.
Solid brass platesPrecision-cut gearsHand-regulatedChecked before dispatch
The people behind our clocks
The craftsmen we work with
Since 1945, clockmaking has been a family affair. Today we work hand in hand with experienced professionals who share the same standards.
Movement makers
Specialists in mechanical movements who cut the wheels, assemble the brass plates and fit the escapement and chime, part by part.
Cabinetmakers
Woodworkers who shape, assemble and finish each case: carved hoods, turned columns, fine veneers and inlays, polished by hand.
Our clockmakers
They regulate each pendulum, check the timekeeping and the chime, then prepare the clock for a safe journey to your home.
1656Christiaan Huygens builds the first pendulum clock
c. 1670The anchor escapement gives birth to the longcase clock
1876The song "My Grandfather's Clock" gives it its name
1945Clockmaking becomes our family's story
Chronicle Horlogerie
Since 1945
Our story
A craft handed down from generation to generation
Clockmaking has been part of our family since 1945. Long before Chronicle had a name, it lived in our workshops and living rooms: in the patient gestures of those who wound, repaired and cared for clocks, and in the know-how passed quietly from parents to children.
Chronicle Horlogerie was born from that heritage. Today we choose every clock for the same things that have always mattered to us: noble materials, honest craftsmanship and a movement worth listening to. Pieces made to be wound, admired and, one day, handed down in turn.
HeritageA family passion for clocks, passed on from one generation to the next.
CraftsmanshipWood, brass and glass, chosen for clocks that are built to last.
TransmissionTimeless pieces designed to become tomorrow's family heirlooms.
Customer reviews
What our customers say
5.0 / 5 · 18 reviews
Excellent purchase. The clock runs perfectly and the brass pendulum is beautiful. Delivery and setup went smoothly.
Nathan Brooks✓ Verified buyer
Great experience. They helped us pick the right size and style. The clock is now the centerpiece of our room.
Henry Walsh✓ Verified buyer
The clock is beautiful and solid. The movement is precise and the finish is perfect. Very satisfied.
Jack Morrison✓ Verified buyer
Excellent service from start to finish. The clock arrived well packaged and looks fantastic in our home.
William Hayes✓ Verified buyer
Stunning piece. The detailing on the case is superb. The team at Chronicle Horlogerie was knowledgeable and helpful.
Samuel Wright✓ Verified buyer
Great quality and professional service. The clock is a real eye-catcher in our living room.
Ethan Price✓ Verified buyer
Excellent experience. They explained everything clearly and the clock is beautiful. Will recommend to others.
Noah Bennett✓ Verified buyer
We bought a classic model. The wood grain is beautiful and the movement is precise. Great purchase.
Ava Thompson✓ Verified buyer
The clock is beautiful and the service was top notch. Delivery was smooth and careful.
Hannah Scott✓ Verified buyer
Great experience. The team helped us choose the right clock for our space. It looks fantastic.
Chloe Adams✓ Verified buyer
Beautiful brass pendulum and high-quality wood. The clock is a real statement piece. Highly recommended.
Isaac Turner✓ Verified buyer
The clock we bought is beautiful. The wood quality and detailing are superb. Very happy with Chronicle Horlogerie.
Poppy Hughes✓ Verified buyer
Excellent purchase. The movement is precise and the case is well made. Delivery was easy.
Arthur Bennett✓ Verified buyer
Beautiful clock and great service. It arrived well protected and looks perfect.
Theo Marshall✓ Verified buyer
Excellent quality and professional service. The clock is even better than expected.
Ruby Edwards✓ Verified buyer
Stunning piece. It adds real character to our home. The team was helpful from start to finish.
Daisy Foster✓ Verified buyer
Great experience with Chronicle Horlogerie. The clock is beautiful, solid, and runs perfectly.
Felix Harper✓ Verified buyer
Inside our workshop
The hands behind every Chronicle clock
Movements assembled, regulated and checked with care by clockmakers who share our passion for fine timekeeping.
