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Encyclopedia > Horologist

Horology is the science and study of timekeeping devices. Clocks and watches are examples of instruments used to measure time.


Horology has a long history and there are many museums devoted to it. An example is the Royal Greenwich Observatory, which is also the source of the Prime Meridian, longitude 0° 0' 0".


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The Horlogist of London (473 words)
At the Horologist of London, we specialize in the sales, purchase, and restoration of fine antique timepieces, long case clocks, and barometers.
He was trained in the English apprentice system for seven years by the respected Horologist and Author, W. Gazeley.
We are very amenable to each of their interior style, time, and financial requirements.
Horologist (41 words)
A horologist is an expert on clocks and time-keeping.
Horology typically includes both practical clock-making and the scientific study of time-measurement.
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