Survey Data

Reg No

20820080


Rating

Regional


Categories of Special Interest

Artistic


Original Use

Clock


Date

1790 - 1810


Coordinates

181222, 98381


Date Recorded

18/09/2006


Date Updated

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Description

Render circular clock, made c. 1800, set into base of rendered rear wall of building and having render edging with central socket for clock hands. Hours marked by incised Roman numerals and minutes marked by painted numbers.

Appraisal

This clock is a very unusual and interesting feature in Fermoy. Located partly below street level, the clock clearly predates the levelling of Connolly Street. It may have been associated with the first barracks in the town, which are thought to have been built at this site.