An accurate timepiece is required for determination of the ship's location at sea using celestial navigation. The clock features a highly-accurate quartz movement and is housed in a handsome satin finish mahogany wood case. When opened, the clock platform hinges up toward the viewer for quick and convenient reading. The hand crafted box has elegant brass hinges and fittings, and sits on four felt-covered brass feet so as not to damage your furniture. The Boxed Quartz Clock is perfect for the dresser or adorning your office. The face of the clock is protected with glass, and the quartz clock is powered by a single standard pen-light AA battery. The boxed clock measures 6 inches (15.2 cm) square, and 3 5/8 inches (9.2 cm) tall, and weighs 2 pounds 6 ounces (1 kilogram). The brass clock bezel measures 3 1/2 inches (9 cm) in diameter and the clock face measures 2 5/8 inches (6.7 cm) in diameter.