This clock is perfect!  My boyfriend requires numbers to be able to tell time correctly, this one has numbers.  It has a retro feel to it which I love.  Turquoise has become a re-occurring color in our apartments interior design scheme, so again, this clock fits right in.  I have it in the kitchen nook area, which I can see from my living room (open concept).  It is easy to read, even from a distance.  It came quickly and was packaged very well.  No batteries included but I didn't expect them to be.