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Watch stands

Scope note

Use for small stands, often ornamental, made to hold a watch upright so that its face may be seen or to secure it during assembly, adjustment, or testing. Use also for small stands with a base and a glass or plastic dome, dating from the 20th century, and used to display a pocket watch.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000261032

Broader Terms used

<stands by function>

Equivalent Terms used

watch stand

Created

12yrs ago

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