On May 10, 1869, East met West at the completion of the first Transcontinental Railroad across the United States, connecting the Central Pacific and the Union Pacific lines. Now an heirloom-quality train cuckoo clock commemorates this historic event in railroad history. Featuring a real moving train, complete with authentic railroad sounds, the impressive Golden Spike Train Cuckoo Clock is a well-timed addition to your train wall decor that is sure to start a conversation. Only from The Bradford Exchange, this intricately sculpted and hand-painted cuckoo clock captures the spirit of the train station era with each remarkable detail of the clock case. A replica of the famed Jupiter locomotive circles the base every hour, while a conductor cuckoo emerges to the authentic sound of the train whistle. And for a finishing touch, the center of your Golden Spike Cuckoo Clock recreates the front of an actual locomotive engine. Peak demand is expected for this must-have addition to your train wall decor. History buffs and train collectors take note; your train has come in - order now! On the hour, a conductor cuckoo emerges to announce the train"s arrival Your Golden Spike Cuckoo Clock face features an impressive recreation of the front of a locomotive engineArrives fully assembled, ready to hang and add to your train wall decorClock requires 1 "AA" battery (not included); train runs on 2 "D" batteries (not included)Measures 22" H; 55.9 cm H