Thesaurus Term/Concept: TIMEBALL TOWER
Identifier | 93578 |
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Class | MONUMENT TYPE |
Status | Preferred |
Index? | Yes |
Scope Note | A structure for visually communicating the exact time to ships in anchorage. A ball slides down a mast at the top of the tower, usually at noon or one o'clock exactly. |
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Context | Record |
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Monument Type | MKE26123 TIMEBALL TOWER (Listed Building) |