Round Metal Mantel Clock with Roman Numeral Dial - Gold

This round mantel clock sets a gold Roman numeral dial at the centre of a slim metal ring, with clear space between the two so the wall behind shows through. The ring and dial share a warm metallic gold effect finish, and the dial is layered in two tones: a brushed centre inside a lighter outer band carrying bold black Roman numerals and fine baton markers. Slim gold hands and a slender second hand turn over it, and the whole clock measures 20.4cm across and 6.1cm deep, a size that reads clearly from across the room without crowding the shelf.

It is made to stand on a mantelpiece, where the gold ring catches the glow of a lamp or the light from a window. It sits just as happily on a sideboard, a bookcase shelf, a hall console or a study desk, and at 6.1cm deep it needs only a narrow ledge. The gold suits warm wood, cream walls and dark painted rooms alike, and the Roman numerals give it a classic face at home in a traditional sitting room or a pared-back modern one. Because it stands on its own foot, there is nothing to fix to the wall, so it can move from room to room whenever you rearrange.

The ring and round back plate are metal, the back finished in a darker brushed gold, and the clock rests on a small black foot that holds it upright. A quartz movement keeps the time on one AA battery, which fits into the square housing on the back, so changing it takes a moment. To keep the gold looking its best, dust it with a soft dry cloth and keep polishes and abrasive cleaners away from the finish. Set it between a pair of candlesticks on the mantelpiece, or give it as a handsome present to someone who loves a classic clock face.

How big is this mantel clock?

It measures 20.4cm across and 6.1cm deep, so it fits comfortably on a mantelpiece, a bookcase shelf or a narrow ledge.

What battery does the clock take?

It takes one AA battery, which runs the quartz movement and fits into the square housing on the back of the clock.

Does it need to hang on a wall?

No, it is a mantel clock that stands on its own small black foot, so it sits freestanding on a mantelpiece, sideboard, shelf or desk.

What is the clock made of?

The clock is metal with a warm metallic gold effect finish on the front, and a darker brushed gold finish on the round back plate.

Is the dial easy to read?

Yes, the gold dial carries bold black Roman numerals and fine baton markers, with slim gold hands and a slender second hand at the centre.

How should I clean the clock?

Dust it gently with a soft dry cloth, and keep polishes and abrasive cleaners away from the gold finish to keep it looking its best.