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Linden Folding Quartz Travel Alarm Clock

Partially verified

This compact travel alarm clock by Linden is housed in a folding gold-tone clamshell case measuring an auction-reported 2.5 by 2.5 inches. The square textured dial displays black Arabic numerals, a perimeter minute track, luminous-style hands, and a prominent red alarm hand under a clear protective crystal. Labeled 'LINDEN' and 'QUARTZ' on the dial, the clock pivots within a hinged metallic frame designed to close into a portable square compact. Williamson Auction Gallery reported that the movement functionality was not tested.

Open view of the Linden quartz travel alarm clock in its folding gold-tone clamshell case
Open view of the Linden quartz travel alarm clock in its folding gold-tone clamshell case — Williamson Auction Gallery. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
www.invaluable.com
Category
Clock · Travel alarm clock
Maker / attribution
Linden
Reference
Not recorded
Catalogue / lot identifier
488
Source-reported date
Not established
Country
Not established

Source-reported attribution and specifications are not independent authentication. A listing does not establish present ownership, current display, availability or permission to reproduce.

Object description

Construction and Housing

The item is a compact travel alarm clock contained within a folding gold-tone clamshell case. Its design includes a hinged construction that allows the unit to open for access to the clock face and fold closed for storage.

The exterior of the case shows signs of wear, including tarnish and finish loss along the edges and bezel. The interior contains a molded off-white insert within the lower tray, and the clock housing is attached to the case via a black hinge assembly.

Evidence for this section
  • “housed in a folding gold-tone protective case”
  • “hinged clamshell construction opens to reveal the clock face and folds closed”
  • “Gold-tone folding metal case exhibiting wear, tarnish, and finish loss along the edges and bezel.”
  • “Interior clamshell lower tray lined with a molded off-white insert.”
  • “Black hinge assembly connecting the clock housing to the folding case.”

Dial and Timekeeping

The clock features a square, silver-tone textured dial with black Arabic numerals. The brand name 'LINDEN' and the designation 'QUARTZ' are printed on the dial face.

Timekeeping elements include luminous-style hour and minute hands, complemented by a thin red alarm hand. A clear crystal covers the dial.

Evidence for this section
  • “silver-tone dial with bold black Arabic numerals”
  • “Square textured dial with black Arabic numerals and central 'LINDEN' and 'QUARTZ' typography.”
  • “luminous-style hands, a red alarm hand”
  • “clear protective cover”

Operational and Auction Status

The auction house states that the functionality of the clock has not been tested. The item is sold in 'As Is' condition.

The reported dimensions are 2.5 by 2.5 inches. The gallery specifies that provided condition statements are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as factual representations.

Evidence for this section
  • “Clock functionality has not been tested.”
  • “All lots offered are sold As Is.”
  • “Dimensions: 2.5 x 2.5 in.”
  • “Statements by Williamson Auction Gallery regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should Not be relied upon as statements of fact”

Open research questions

  • What is the specific manufacturer caliber of the quartz movement?
  • Does the 'luminous-style' hand treatment contain photoluminescent material?
  • What is the original finish composition of the gold-tone case?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Linden Folding Quartz Travel Alarm Clock
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
MakerLinden“Classic vintage Linden quartz travel alarm clock”
Movement typeQuartz“Quartz Travel Alarm”
Dimensions2.5 x 2.5 in.“Dimensions: 2.5 x 2.5 in.”
Case constructionHinged clamshell folding case“hinged clamshell construction opens to reveal the clock face and folds closed”
Dial featuresArabic numerals and red alarm hand“bold black Arabic numerals, luminous-style hands, a red alarm hand”

Visible details

  • Square textured dial with black Arabic numerals and central 'LINDEN' and 'QUARTZ' typography.
  • Luminous-style hour and minute hands paired with a thin red alarm hand.
  • Gold-tone folding metal case exhibiting wear, tarnish, and finish loss along the edges and bezel.
  • Interior clamshell lower tray lined with a molded off-white insert.
  • Black hinge assembly connecting the clock housing to the folding case.

Research qualifications

  • The auction house notes that clock functionality was not tested.
  • Movement type, battery compartment, and internal caliber details are not visible.
  • The exterior of the case in its closed state is not depicted in the listing photograph.

Photograph identity and source facts were screened before import; rights clearance remains pending.

Consulted source

At Auction: Vintage Linden Gold Tone Folding Quartz Travel Alarm Clock

Reviewed 2026-10-22 · Record 1fe32c538c

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