It really is as pretty as the other reviewers have mentioned. The construction seems to be good and it takes an easy to find AAA battery. My only complaint is the face is hard to read if placed on a side table. If placed at eye level the curved edge of the  “glass” front (which is actually plastic) is minimized and visually easier for me to read. That just may be my eyesight. Seems to keep time accurately and I am glad I bought it. See 2 pics included