Solid Ash hardwood case is finished in a walnut stain, The silver chapter ring is diamond cut with Roman numerals and surrounds the working “Floating “ Skeleton movement with metal gears, metal filagree hands and functioning seconds sub dial above the 6 position. This clock can either be hung on a wall or used as a bookcase /credenza accent. Unique design allows the front protective lens to be removed easily to be decorated / engraved then re inserted offering a large area for artwork or a message. The accurate quartz movement uses 1 AA battery (not included)