Thomas Tompion
British clockmaker; (1638-1713) · Scientists · Died at 75
Thomas Tompion (1639-1713) was an English clockmaker, watchmaker and mechanician who is still regarded to this day as the "Father of English Clockmaking".
Thomas Tompion is read about 27 times a day, in 10 languages.
A typical day, 30 days to 8 August 2026
The middle day of the days counted, so one week of news cannot move it. The line under it is the last 60 days, one point a day.
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Plaque in Fleet Street, London, commemorating Thomas Tompion and George Graham
Sundial made by Thomas Tompion at Hampton Court Palace, c. 1680
Ornate clock (known as the 'Mostyn Tompion') made by Thomas Tompion in the British Museum, 1690 AD
Tompion & Banger Carriage Clock showing separate dials for hours and minutes - in the Dining Room at Kenwood House, HampsteadAbout this person
Tompion's work includes some of the most historic and important clocks and watches in the world, and can command very high prices whenever outstanding examples appear at auction. A plaque commemorates the house he shared on Fleet Street in London with his equally famous pupil and successor George Graham.
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1638 to 1713 · aged 75
