Chamberlain Memorial Clock - Birmingham, UK
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In the heart of the Jewellery Quarter of Birmingham this clock was erected in commemoriation of the visit paid to South Africa by J Chamerlain M.P. Secretary of State for the Colonies in 1902-3.
Waymark Code: WM5HB6
Location: United Kingdom
Date Posted: 01/08/2009
Views: 17
The Chamberlain Clock stands at the junction of the Vyse and Frederick Street with Warstone Lane. It was constructed in 1903 to mark Joseph Chamberlain's visit to South Africa. It was unveiled in January 1904 by Joseph Chamberlain's wife. It is now a local landmark and symbol of the Quarter. Chamberlain had been a resident on Frederick Street and had also helped jewellers through his campaign work to abolish Plate Duties - a tax affecting jewellery tradesmen of the time. The timepiece was originally powered by a clockwork winding handle. It was later adapted to electricity but fell into disrepair and lost its chime. As a result, it was fully restored in 1989.
Status: Working
Display: Free Standing
Year built: 01/01/1904
Web link to additional info: Not listed
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