Cricket Bat, Ball & Wickets Miniature Metal Mantel Clock - Silver

This miniature mantel clock brings a game of cricket to the shelf. A round clock face is set into a row of wickets topped with their bails, a cricket bat stands tall beside them and a ball rests at their foot. It is made from metal alloy with a silver plated finish, mostly a soft satin silver, while a polished silver bezel frames the white dial. The dial has Roman numerals and slim black hands that read clearly, and the ball shows its stitched seam in fine detail. The whole piece stands 10.5cm tall, 5.7cm wide and 3.5cm deep. That is small enough for a narrow ledge, and the face stays easy to read up close.

As a mantel clock it sits happily on a mantelpiece. Its flat rectangular base means it stands just as well on a bookshelf, a desk or a bedside table, with no wall or fixing needed. The cricket theme gives it plenty of character in a study, a home office or a living room, and it makes a thoughtful gift for anyone aged 13 and over. It is a clock that earns its place twice: it keeps the time, and it nods to long summer afternoons at the crease.

Inside is a quartz movement for steady timekeeping. It is powered by one LR66 battery, which is included, so the clock is ready to set and stand as soon as it comes out of its packaging. When the battery needs changing, you reach it from the back of the case behind the dial. For care, dust it with a soft dry cloth and avoid abrasive cleaners or polishes, which can dull a plated finish. We like it best given a little space of its own, perhaps beside a few books or a framed print, where the bat, ball and wickets can be seen from every side.

How big is the cricket mantel clock?

It stands 10.5cm tall, 5.7cm wide and 3.5cm deep. That is a true miniature size, made for a mantelpiece, shelf, desk or bedside table.

What battery does the clock take, and is it included?

It runs on one LR66 battery, and the battery is included. The quartz movement is ready to go as soon as you have set the time.

What is the clock made of?

It is made from metal alloy with a silver plated finish. The bat, ball, wickets and base are a satin silver, and a polished silver bezel surrounds the white dial.

Does it stand or hang on a wall?

It is made to stand rather than hang. Its flat rectangular base sits steadily on a mantelpiece, shelf or desk with no wall fixing needed.

What does the clock face look like?

It is an analogue white dial with black Roman numerals and slim black hands. It sits in the centre of the wickets inside a polished silver bezel.

How should I clean the clock?

Dust it gently with a soft dry cloth. Avoid abrasive cleaners or polishes, which can dull a plated finish over time.