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What are ship bells made from?

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Ship bells are traditionally made from brass. The ship’s name is engraved on the bell, which is used to mark the passage of time on board, and also as a fog signal. (Source: Oxford companion to ships and the sea and http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Watch_system).

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