Vintage Shanghai China Alarm Clock Orange Dial Space Age Retro Wind Up Clock

Vintage Shanghai China Alarm Clock Orange Dial Space Age Retro Wind Up Clock

Vintage Shanghai China mechanical alarm clock featuring a chrome-effect case, vibrant orange dial and distinctive retro space age styling. A striking decorative timepiece that perfectly captures the bold design language of the 1970s.

The dial is marked Shanghai China and features raised number markers, gold-tone hands and a small alarm indicator window. A wonderful piece for collectors of vintage clocks, retro interiors, Chinese export items and space age design.

Condition:
Used vintage condition with some age-related wear. The case, dial and fittings may show marks, scratches, tarnishing and signs of previous use consistent with age. Please study all photographs carefully as they form part of the description and show the exact item you will receive.

Circa:
1970s (approximate).

Dimensions & Item Details:

• Vintage Shanghai China alarm clock
• Mechanical wind-up movement
• Orange dial with raised numerals
• Gold-tone hands
• Built-in alarm function
• Chrome-effect case
• Retro space age styling
• Sold exactly as shown

Collector Notes:

• Excellent example of vintage Chinese clock design
• Popular space age and retro aesthetic
• Bright orange dial gives strong display appeal
• Great for vintage interiors, offices and collections
• Shanghai clocks are increasingly collected worldwide
• A distinctive decorative and functional vintage piece

Historical Context:
Shanghai was one of China's best-known clock manufacturers during the mid to late twentieth century, producing millions of mechanical clocks for both domestic and export markets. Their colourful alarm clocks have become popular with collectors due to their distinctive styling and reliability.

Important:

• Please inspect all photographs carefully before purchasing
• The photographs show the exact clock you will receive
• Functionality should be judged from the listing photographs and any testing notes provided
• Sold exactly as shown

Packed carefully and dispatched securely from the UK.

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Item Details

• Antique: Yes
• Shape: Polygon
• Power Source: Wind Up
• Year Manufactured: 1970
• Item Length: 12.5 cm
• Colour: Red
• Vintage: Yes
• Department: Unisex Baby & Toddler
• Display Type: Analog
• Item Height: 5.5 cm
• Frame Material: Metal
• Style: Antique
• Features: Alarm
• Finish: Chrome
• Room: Any Room
• Item Width: 12.5 cm
• Engraved: No
• Movement: Mechanical
• Character: Clocking
• Signed: No
• Color: Blue
• Material: Glass
• Franchise: TV
• Number Type: Non-Numeric Marks
• Chime Sequence: Westminster
• Era: Late 20th Century (1970-1999)
• Model: Diamond
• Theme: TV & Celebrities
• Original/Reproduction: Original
• Time Period Manufactured: 1970-1979
• Country of Origin: China
• Item Weight: 0.382 kg