Tintin Destination Moon Rocket Wall Clock – Limited Edition of 777 – Silver Chrome Finish – Number 453/777 – 35 cm – 82055

HERGÉ – THE ADVENTURES OF TINTIN

Tintin Moon Rocket Wall Clock – Silver Edition

Horloge Lune Argentée – Limited Edition of 777 – Individually Numbered 453/777

Reference: 82055 Date: 2026

A striking and highly collectable official Tintin limited-edition wall clock, featuring the famous red-and-white chequered Moon rocket from Hergé’s celebrated adventures Destination Moon and Explorers on the Moon.

This special silver edition is strictly limited to 777 examples, with the present clock individually numbered 453/777, as confirmed by the original manufacturer’s packaging and certificate.

Measuring 35 cm in diameter, the clock features an elegant, highly polished silver-coloured surround, giving it a distinctive appearance that combines classic Tintin illustration with contemporary decorative design.

Description

The clock has a cream-coloured dial with bold, raised black numerals, contrasting black hands with pale centres and a subsidiary seconds dial positioned at six o’clock. The central illustration depicts the famous Moon rocket ascending diagonally across the dial, complete with its distinctive red fins, red-and-white chequered fuselage and yellow exhaust plume. The design is particularly effective against the restrained cream background, while the polished silver-coloured surround provides a sophisticated contrast to the bright colours of the rocket.

The familiar TINTIN name appears beneath the subsidiary seconds dial.

The Tintin Moon Rocket

The red-and-white chequered Moon rocket is one of the most recognisable creations in the history of European comic-strip illustration.

Designed by Hergé (Georges Remi, 1907–1983), the rocket first appeared in the Tintin adventure Destination Moon, originally serialised in Tintin magazine between 1950 and 1952 and published in album form in 1953. The story continued in Explorers on the Moon, published as an album in 1954. These two adventures are particularly remarkable for their imaginative yet carefully researched portrayal of space travel, appearing more than fifteen years before the Apollo 11 Moon landing in July 1969. Hergé and his collaborators paid considerable attention to contemporary scientific developments, including rocket propulsion, weightlessness, spacesuits and the practical difficulties of travelling beyond Earth’s atmosphere.

The rocket’s distinctive red-and-white chequered appearance has subsequently become one of the defining visual symbols of The Adventures of Tintin.

Limited Edition – Number 453 of 777

Unlike the standard red edition, this silver-coloured version was produced in a limited edition of just 777 examples.

Product Details

• Character/Series: Tintin – The Adventures of Tintin
• Creator: Hergé (Georges Remi)
• Product: Destination Moon Rocket Wall Clock
• Edition: Limited silver edition
• Edition Size: 777 examples
• Individual Number: 453/777
• Manufacturer’s Description: Horloge Lune Argentée 35 cm
• Reference Number: 82055
• Diameter: 35 cm
• Finish: Polished silver-coloured surround
• Dial: Cream with raised black numerals
• Hands: Black with pale centres
• Additional Feature: Subsidiary seconds dial
• Illustration: Red-and-white chequered Tintin Moon rocket
• Reverse: Illustrated lunar landscape with rocket
• Power: 2 × AA batteries (not included)
• Mounting: Wall-hanging fitting
• Design: Designed in Switzerland
• Manufacture: Made in China
• Licensing: Official Hergé/Tintinimaginatio merchandise
• Packaging: Original individually numbered presentation box
• Condition: New (2026)

Condition

New, complete with original presentation box.

An attractive, individually numbered example of this limited-edition Tintin wall clock, retaining its original protective packaging.

Why Buy From Hornseys?

At Hornseys, we specialise in carefully selected books, art, gifts and collectables, including a wide range of official Tintin merchandise and Hergé-inspired decorative objects.

Established in 1976, our independent business in Ripon, North Yorkshire, has spent fifty years supplying collectors, readers and customers looking for distinctive and unusual items.

Authenticity and Quality: Our Tintin merchandise is sourced through established suppliers, with careful attention to official licensing, presentation and quality.

Carefully Selected Stock: We offer a wide selection of collectable Tintin gifts, figures, decorative accessories and related merchandise, chosen for their design, appeal and suitability for collectors and enthusiasts.

Detailed Product Descriptions: Every item is individually examined and described, with particular attention paid to dimensions, materials, edition details, condition and original packaging.

Established Experience: Hornseys has been trading since 1976, combining traditional independent retailing with a carefully developed online collection.

Free UK Tracked Delivery: All UK orders benefit from free tracked delivery, with items carefully packed to help ensure their safe arrival.

Unconditional Returns: Purchases may be returned within fourteen days of receipt for any reason, provided that we are notified in advance and the item is returned in the same condition in which it was supplied.

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Why Buy From Us?

At Hornseys, we specialise in carefully selected Tintin collectables, illustrated books, decorative objects, model vehicles, gifts and merchandise inspired by classic European comic-strip art.

Our collection reflects our longstanding appreciation of Hergé’s distinctive contribution to twentieth-century illustration and the enduring popularity of The Adventures of Tintin.

Every item is individually examined and accurately described before being offered for sale.

• Authenticity and Product Identification: We take care to identify official licensed merchandise, including manufacturers, product references, dimensions, materials and distinguishing features wherever possible.
• Carefully Selected Stock: Our Tintin collection includes books, model vehicles, figurines, decorative objects, clocks, stationery and unusual collectables chosen for their quality, design and lasting appeal.
• Detailed Product Descriptions: We provide clear descriptions of each item’s appearance, construction, condition and relevant features, helping collectors and gift buyers make informed decisions.
• Established Experience: Hornseys has been dealing in books, art and collectables since 1976. Our Ripon gallery in North Yorkshire reflects fifty years of experience in handling carefully selected and unusual material.
• Customer Service and Secure Delivery: We take care over every stage of a purchase, from answering questions and providing additional information to careful packing and prompt, secure dispatch. We offer free tracked delivery within the United Kingdom.
• Unconditional Returns: Every item is offered with our unconditional guarantee. Purchases may be returned within fourteen days of receipt for any reason, provided that we are notified in advance and the item is returned in the same condition in which it was supplied. A full refund will then be issued.

Tintin Collectables, Gifts and Decorative Objects

Our collection celebrates the imaginative world of Hergé, from the classic Tintin adventures and their memorable characters to the distinctive vehicles, aircraft, rockets and decorative designs that have become synonymous with the series.

Whether you are an established Tintin collector, an admirer of European comic art or searching for an unusual gift, we aim to offer carefully selected objects with enduring visual appeal.

Hornseys has welcomed book lovers, collectors and visitors to Ripon since 1976.

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