PEACOCK CLOCK

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The famous Peacock Clock is a large mechanical timepiece from the late 18th century. This incredible masterpiece was created by the jeweler James Cox.

 

An interesting fact: the magnificent Peacock Clock was gifted to Empress Catherine by Grigory Potemkin, her long-time lover, who is said to have secretly married the sovereign.

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