{"product_id":"seth-thomas-1960s-starburst-wall-clock-made-in-scotland-silent-quartz","title":"Seth Thomas 1960s Starburst Wall Clock, Made in Scotland, Silent Quartz","description":"\u003cp\u003e1960s Seth Thomas starburst wall clock, made in Scotland — a classic dagger-ray sunburst with alternating teak spikes and slender brass rods tipped with polished brass balls. 56cm (22 inches) diameter, 16.5cm (6.5 inch) dial, new silent quartz movement, fully working. Ready to hang.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA textbook atomic-age sunburst, with a distinctive brass ball detail most versions don't have.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSeth Thomas\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeth Thomas is one of America's oldest and most respected clockmaking names, founded in Connecticut in the 1810s. During the mid-century sunburst boom of the 1960s and 70s, Seth Thomas licensed production of teak and brass starburst wall clocks to manufacturers in Scotland, bringing the name to the British and European market in a style quite different from their traditional American mantel and shelf clocks. These Scotland-made sunbursts are now well recognised by collectors as a distinct chapter of the brand's history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Styling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis example follows the classic dagger-ray starburst format — long, tapered teak spikes radiating from a brass-ringed dial — but with a detail that sets it apart from the more common versions: alternating slender brass rods, each tipped with a small polished brass ball, sitting between the teak spikes. It's a small addition that gives the whole piece extra sparkle and a more sculptural, layered silhouette than a plain teak sunburst.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dial itself is finished in warm gold-tone with bold black Arabic numerals, white sword-style hour and minute markers radiating from the centre, and a striking red sweep seconds hand that adds a real pop of colour. \"Seth Thomas\" is signed in script beneath the 12, with \"Scotland\" printed at the base of the dial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 56cm across, this is a genuine wall statement, with the kind of presence that anchors a room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeth Thomas, Scotland\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEra\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1960s\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrame\/Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTeak spikes, brass rods and ball details\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e56cm (22 inches)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16.5cm (6.5 inches)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMovement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNew silent quartz, hands remade to match the originals, sweeping red seconds hand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClassic dagger-ray starburst with brass ball detailing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReady to hang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome light pitting to the brass rods and frame, consistent with age — please see photos. The dial is in very good condition overall, with one small scratch visible between the 10 and 11 (shown in photos); once hung, this does not detract from the overall appearance. Please review all photos carefully, as they form part of the item's description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA genuine piece of atomic-age design history, ready to bring real character to any wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFree tracked delivery across the UK. We ship to the US and internationally. US orders only: all duties\/taxes covered upfront. Non-US buyers may face local import charges outside our control — check with your customs authority before ordering. Every item packed carefully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note: as stated in our shop policy, buyers are responsible for any customs and import taxes that may apply outside the UK. US orders are the exception — duties are covered upfront by us.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"RetroTime","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54532979097939,"sku":null,"price":215.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1043\/8488\/9171\/files\/seththomasstarburst1960s_2.jpg?v=1786276889","url":"https:\/\/retrotime.co.uk\/products\/seth-thomas-1960s-starburst-wall-clock-made-in-scotland-silent-quartz","provider":"RetroTime","version":"1.0","type":"link"}