Roman numeral clock
A traditional Roman numeral clock: large engraved-style numerals from I to XII, a fine minute track and blued spade hands. By default the numerals are set radially, with their feet towards the centre, the way they appear on church towers and fine watches.
The four is shown as IIII, the “watchmaker’s four” used on many real clocks. Prefer IV? Switch it under Customise, along with the font, colours and second hand motion.
Customise the roman numeral clock
How to use
- Switch clocks with ← →, by clicking or tapping the sides of the screen, or by swiping. The dice button (R) jumps to a random clock.
- Go full screen with the button in the top-right corner, a double-click or F.
- Open Customise (S) to change colours, fonts, 12/24-hour time, seconds, date and time zone. Settings are saved on this device.
Questions
- Why do clocks use IIII instead of IV?
- Many clocks with Roman numerals show four as IIII, the “watchmaker’s four”, because it balances visually with VIII on the other side of the dial. This clock shows IIII too, but you can switch to IV under Customise.
- How do you read Roman numerals on a clock?
- I is 1, V is 5 and X is 10. A smaller numeral after a larger one adds to it (VII = 7); before it, it subtracts (IX = 9). The twelve hours run I, II, III, IV (or IIII on many clocks), V, VI, VII, VIII, IX, X, XI, XII.
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