Interesting to read the various arguments put forward for the variation. I think the strongest argument, though, is that it takes time for standards to become fixed.
That is a first run of the clock from the assembly line. The mistake was not noticed right away. This is a collector's item. Should fetch a high price on eBay.
Beautiful clock. I actually remember arguing with a teacher about the Roman Numeral for four. Because the clock on our mantelpiece at home said IIII. She wasn't buying it and of course nuns are always right. (Guess I passed fourth grade anyway, because 'I survived Catholic school.")
Good observation.
ReplyDeleteThat is odd! Have a great day!
ReplyDeleteInteresting to read the various arguments put forward for the variation. I think the strongest argument, though, is that it takes time for standards to become fixed.
ReplyDeleteI have 2 clocks with Roman Numerals and they are the same way. Strange!
ReplyDeleteVery strange. I wonder if they did it to balance with the VIII on the other side - so for aesthetics? Beautiful clock face despite that.
ReplyDeleteHow strange! There must be a reason.
ReplyDeletethat made me laugh! great observation!
ReplyDeleteThat is a first run of the clock from the assembly line. The mistake was not noticed right away. This is a collector's item. Should fetch a high price on eBay.
ReplyDeleteA great observation indeed, Stewart!! How strange is that!! Great shot for the day!!
ReplyDeleteHi Stewart, the nine is indeed very strange.
ReplyDeleteWell noted.
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I feel it is the artistic license to blame so that it balances the eight.
ReplyDeleteThere are lots of theories as to why but no certain answer.
ReplyDeletehttp://www.ubr.com/clocks/frequently-asked-questions-faq/faq-roman-iiii-vs-iv-on-clock-dials.aspx
Beautiful clock. I actually remember arguing with a teacher about the Roman Numeral for four. Because the clock on our mantelpiece at home said IIII. She wasn't buying it and of course nuns are always right. (Guess I passed fourth grade anyway, because 'I survived Catholic school.")
ReplyDeleteBeautiful clock...strange that the numeral for 4 is incorrect!
ReplyDeleteMaybe they wanted to balance it out? It is a very pretty clock though.
ReplyDeleteQuite a beautiful and intriguing clock, the IIII error notwithstanding :)
ReplyDeleteBeautifull clock,greeting from Belgium.
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Ha ha - wonderfully quirky clock.
ReplyDeleteInteresting bit of clock info. The clock face is really pretty.
ReplyDeleteInteresting bit of clock info. The clock face is really pretty.
ReplyDeleteNice catch!
ReplyDeleteVery funny, and beautiful.
ReplyDeleteWell, that is bizarre! Never seen that before.
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Wonderful observation, the desinger forgot his latin lessons or it is a Monday morning product :-).
ReplyDeleteStrange. All the clocks I've seen have had IV for 4. Cool find.
ReplyDeleteThat's very strange. Maybe a typo :-)...I bet it's a one of a kind!
ReplyDeleteThat is odd! I've seen a few clocks like this and wondered how/why they can possibly get it wrong?
ReplyDeleteGreat observation, still quite a lovely old clock Stewart. Thanks for sharing the love up-close with I Heart Macro:-)
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