One of the most interesting things about eBay is what it brings out of the woodwork. Either it’s coincidence, or sellers see what an item sells for and decides to sell a similar or identical item. This kitchen timer relates directly to my post of June 1, 2011, the Cronotime kitchen timer by Pio Manzù for Ritz Italora.

But take a look at this item, an essentially identical timer by Rowoco. The only apparent difference is in the screened dial face, the numerals, minute marks, and logo.
The underside of the kitchen timer showing the bell and timing mechanism. Inset: close up of the stamp on the mechanism. The first line isn’t legible in the picture but the remainder of the stamp reads
ITALORA
MILANO
ITALY
Three additional views of the timer.
Described by the seller as “tested to work well. In good condition, no chips or cracks. No graphics wear.” The timer sold on eBay from Naples, Florida on 6/27/2011 for $10.99. There was only 1 bidder who placed 1 bid, a very different result than the Cronotime timer that sold about a month ago.