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Balance cocks

Scope note

Use for detachable brackets in clocks and watches that carry the upper pivot of the axis of the balance.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000195799

Broader Terms used

<clock and watch components>

Equivalent Terms used

balance cock

Created

13yrs ago

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