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Franklin Mint Limited,

To commemorate the 125th Anniversary of the most legendary clipper ship of all time..

The National Maritime Historical Society Sponsors...

THE CUTTY SARK ANNIVERSARY MARITIME HOURGLASS She earned Listing fame as the greyhound of the sea.

Built and rigged for speed, she made the run between England and Australia in record time. Today, she rests in permanent dry dock in Greenwich, London.

Now, to commemorate the 125th Anniversary of the launch of the fabled Cutty Sark, the National Maritime Historical Society sponsors a powerful tribute to the most famous clipper ship of them all.

THE CUTTY SARK ANNIVERSARY MARITIME HOURGLASS. An authentic, fully functional reproduction of an actual 14th-century nautical timepiece.

The crystal-like hourglass holds a half-hour's measure of sand, and is embellished with the signs of the Zodiac.

Each aglow with the brilliance of 22 carat gold plating.

The specially designed housing is plated with 22 carat gold and elaborately decorated with the traditional navigational compass, displaying 16 directional points.

The entire housing is attached to a gimbaled frame that permits the hourglass to be turned with ease.

Evoking the romance of life on the high seas, this extraordinary instrument will add a dramatic touch to any room or setting. The price, just £145, is payable in convenient monthly instalments. The wood display base is included to d i s p l a y your hourglass.

SATISI iiio C.L K If you wish to return any l-'ranklin Mint purchase, you may do so within ."ill days of your receipt of that purchase for replacement, credit or refund.

The hourglass housing is surmounted by a handsome fish-shaped finial, richly plated with 22 carat gold.

THE MARITIME HOUR Gl*Sg_ Shown smaller than actual i:c uf approximately 1 1" (27.') cm) in height iiuluJini; base.

01999 Franklin Mini Limited. 195 Marsh Wall, London E14 9WS.

Canpany registered in England No. 357382.

Please post within 30 days.

Post to: Franklin Mint Limited, FREEPOST (LON 6197), London E14 9BR.

Or telephone FREE of charge on 0800 567 900.

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Plus £2.95 postage ami packaging.

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