Passers bye discussing the new Corpus Clock, showpiece of Corpus Christi's new library

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The clock, unveiled by Professor Stephen Hawking on 19th Sept 2008. Built by inventor John Taylor is a tribute to John Harrison, who invented the grasshopper escapement in 1725. The clock cost $ million and has no hands or digital numbers. a gift from John Taylor the clock is the showpiece of Corpus Christi's new library. Corpus Christi College, Kings Parade, Cambridge, England, UK.

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Location: Corpus Christi College, Kings Parade, Cambridge, England, UK.
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