This Zaanse clock is very special: it was a gift from Albert Heijn to its employees to celebrate the 75th year anniversary in May 1962. The clock was created specifically for Albert Heijn by the Royal Silver factory Begeer in Voorschoten in The Netherlands. In total 5.000 anniversary pieces were made. This clock was not for sale in a shop but only intended for the 5.000 employees in 1962. The glory work on top on the front has the text "now elck syn sin" and above that the logo of back then. On the front 3 figures that depict faith, hope and love and the beautiful atlas image that carries the universe. The side fronts with shield exhibit the first store building where Albert Heijn started his business in 1887. The back plate is made of solid mahogany and the weights are turned from solid brass. The hands are pressed from brass. This clock comes in the original box which was presented in 1962. The clock works great and has recently been completely checked and cleaned. The clock has a 1-day clockwork from Germany with a strike every whole and half hour on bell. Dimensions: H 46 cm W 17 cm D 13 cm The clock and original box are excellent packed and shipped insured.