| There is no mistaking the beauty of heirloom carriage | | | | has elaborate paintings on the background. |
| clocks. These stunning creations are an amazing | | | | The clock has a large handle for carrying and most |
| tribute to the days when people first started | | | | feature some type of chime or a bell to alert you to |
| discovering travel and was one of the conveniences | | | | the hour. The clock may have features like scrolls or |
| of that time that were created to help travelers. | | | | inlaid details. Some may feature gemstones or etching |
| When you see one you will immediately recognize it | | | | embellishing the wood. Modern clocks use quartz |
| because of its distinct style. | | | | movements where antique clocks use the spring |
| After their invention, these clocks were a staple of | | | | driven movement. |
| travelers. They grew steadily in popularity. By the | | | | The modern style of this clock may have fewer |
| 1800s, they became quite popular and were a | | | | embellishments. It may not feature the paintings or |
| common wedding gift. Today they are still a valued | | | | the etchings or additions on the wood. They are not |
| timepiece and quite popular as a collector's item or as | | | | as elaborately decorated nor are they crafted with |
| home decor. | | | | the true inner workings or the delicately chosen |
| An heirloom carriage clock is a mid-sized clock, not as | | | | chimes like that of their heirloom counterparts. They |
| small as today's travel clocks. It is rectangular in | | | | are designed to look like, and show the character of |
| shape. It was designed to be able to stand up to the | | | | heirloom clocks, but are much more simplistic and |
| bumpy traveling of the 19th century when carriages | | | | provide an affordable option. |
| where the main mode of transport. | | | | If you want a true heirloom clock you will look for an |
| These clocks have a distinct look that makes them | | | | original or a modern equivalent designed like the |
| easy to identify. The case is usually a polished brass | | | | originals with the care and attention to detail. Only |
| or metal. The face is glass covered, usually with a | | | | then can you really appreciate the breath taking |
| porcelain background. The background may be | | | | beauty and charm of an heirloom clock. |
| decorated. The antique-style of these clocks usually | | | | |