CROWN-GLASS, denotes the finest sort of window-glass. See GLASS.
CROWN-WHEEL of a watch, the upper wheel next the balance, which by its motion drives the balance, and in royal-pendulums is called the swing-wheel.
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CROWN-GLASS, denotes the finest sort of window-glass. See GLASS.
CROWN-WHEEL of a watch, the upper wheel next the balance, which by its motion drives the balance, and in royal-pendulums is called the swing-wheel.