Vintage Globe Rotating Hourglass

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£39.90

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Rotating hourglass with a 360-degree dual-axis metal stand — a screen-free, 30-minute visual timer for sophisticated home offices, libraries and living room consoles with an antique astronomical aesthetic.

Colour: Gold

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30-Day Returns

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Description

An hourglass with the look of an old astronomical globe: a hand-blown glass bulb suspended inside an antique brass ring frame, filled with fine sand that runs for 30 silent minutes.

Instead of lifting and flipping it, you rotate the whole globe within its 360-degree gimbal — a slow, satisfying turn that resets the sand. It's a screen-free way to time a deep work block or a reading session, and a piece people notice on a desk, a bookshelf or a console table.

Specifications

Frame & Stand Material: Iron structure with a brushed antique brass electroplated finish

Glass Container Material: Clear hand-blown borosilicate glass

Filling Medium: Fine, purified white quartz sand granules

Dimensions: 24 x 15 x 27 cm

Rotation Mechanism: 360-degree dual-axis rotating gimbal ring mount with threaded locking pins

Time Interval: 30 Minutes (half-hour visual cycle)

Base Protection: Non-slip, anti-scratch padded felt under-layer

Weight: Approx. 1,2 kg

Returns

You have 30 days to return your items. Returns are at the customer’s expense, except in the case of a faulty or incorrect product. Items must be unused, complete, and in their original condition and packaging.

To start a return, contact us at: contact@nookandtick.com. We will provide the return instructions and return address.

A prepaid return label is only provided if the product is faulty or incorrect.

Refund Confirmation:

You will receive an email confirming whether your refund has been approved or refused. If approved, the refund will be processed immediately.

Refund Method:

Card payments: refunds usually appear within 5 to 7 business days, depending on your bank.

For more information, please see our Returns & Refunds Policy.

Delivery Information

Enjoy free UK delivery on orders over £70.

When you place an order on nookandtick.com:

Delivery cost: Flat rate £2.95 tracked delivery.

Processing time: 1 to 2 days, Monday to Friday.

Delivery time: 6 to 10 days, Monday to Saturday, with tracking available.

Customer support hours: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM (UK time / GMT), Monday to Sunday.

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Vintage Globe Rotating Hourglass

Gold

£39.90

£39.90 £39.90

Nook & Tick

Vintage Globe Rotating Hourglass

Gold

£39.90

£39.90 £39.90

Dual-Axis Astronomical Gimbal Design

This sand timer features a structural design inspired by vintage astronomical globes and marine gimbals. The central glass hourglass is suspended within two concentric metal rings, allowing it to rotate fluidly across multiple axes. This 360-degree freedom of movement means you can invert the timer quickly and smoothly without lifting the entire structure off your desk.

Calibrated 30-Minute Focus Interval

Protected behind transparent, heat-tempered borosilicate glass walls, the fine white quartz sand flows steadily through a precision-cut narrow neck. Calibrated to a reliable 30-minute interval, this fluid visual countdown makes an offline tracking aid for work blocks or study reading sessions. The bottom of the solid pedestal includes a non-slip felt under-layer that cushions the unit on wood consoles, protecting polished office surfaces from scratches.

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Frequently Ask Questions

FAQs

How smoothly do the metal rings pivot when resetting the 30-minute timer?

The dual-axis gimbal assembly moves freely on mechanical hinge pins, allowing you to invert the glass bulb instantly to start a new countdown cycle without shifting the base.

Can the metal side screws be tightened to lock the hourglass in a specific angle?

Yes, the lateral threaded locking pins feature textured thumb-screws that can be tightened manually to fix the angle of the rotation loop if you prefer a static display position.

Is the time interval accurate enough to replace a digital office clock?

This mechanical sand timer is designed primarily as an aesthetic focus aid and decorative accent; minor structural and environmental variations can cause tiny pacing shifts compared to precise electronics.

What is the proper method for removing dust from the brass frame and glass bulbs?

Simply use a clean, dry microfiber cloth to wipe down the iron frame rings and glass surfaces; avoid liquid chemical cleaners or damp rags to protect the antique brass electroplated coat.

Do you provide tracking information?

Yes. We offer tracked UK delivery where tracking is available. Once your order has been dispatched, you will receive a confirmation email with your tracking information so you can follow your parcel until delivery.

What is the delivery time?

Orders are processed within 1 to 2 business days, Monday to Friday. After dispatch, estimated UK delivery time is 6 to 10 days, Monday to Saturday.

The estimated total delivery time, including processing, is usually 7 to 12 business days.

Can I return my order?

Yes, you can request a return within 30 days of receiving your order, subject to our return conditions.

Returned pieces must be unused, complete, and in their original condition and packaging where possible. Return shipping costs are the customer’s responsibility, unless the product is faulty, damaged or incorrect.

For full details, please see our Returns & Refunds Policy.

How can I contact Nook & Tick?

You can contact Nook & Tick by email at contact@nookandtick.com or by phone at +44 20 3769 1835.

Our customer support is available Monday to Sunday, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM UK time, with a response time of up to 24 hours.

Contact Address:

Nook & Tick – 1209 Mountain Road Place Northeast, STE N, Albuquerque, NM 87110, USA.

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