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Beautiful vintage Imperlux genuine hand-cut lead crystal desk or mantel clock featuring a striking ruby red / cranberry cut-to-clear crystal body with deep geometric cuts and starburst detailing.
The clock has a gold-tone bezel with a bronze/gold sunburst dial, large white modernist numerals, white hands, and the Mercedes name on the face. Dial is marked “Made in Germany.”
The original gold foil label remains attached and reads:
World’s Finest Imperlux Genuine Handcut Lead Crystal
Made in German Democratic Republic
The German Democratic Republic marking identifies the crystal as East German / GDR / DDR production, making this an especially interesting Cold War-era decorative piece.
Details:
* Imperlux genuine hand-cut lead crystal
* Ruby red / cranberry cut-to-clear design
* Mercedes clock
* Made in Germany dial
* Made in German Democratic Republic crystal
* Original Imperlux foil label
* Gold-tone bezel
* Battery-operated movement
* Clock has been tested and works
* Removable clock mechanism for battery access
The crystal displays beautifully with strong ruby color and brilliant clear-cut facets. No cracks observed. Please review the photos closely for condition, including normal age-related wear to the metal components and original label.
A gorgeous functional display piece for a collection of German crystal, East German / DDR items, mid-century decor, or vintage clocks.
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