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Astronomy
Astrophysics
Asset ID
DF_2049
Title
17th century French horizontal compass dial, Bliss Collection of Astronomical Instruments
Description
Used for orientation, a tiny compass is set in a covered box at the edge of this round dial. Hours are marked near the rim and a perpetual calendar and phases of the moon on the inner circles. On the back is a sighting rule and scales of degrees which help the user, by observing positions of certain stars, determine the time of night.
Agent (Role)
Finnin, Denis
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Photographer
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Date
2018
Is Part Of
Bliss Collection of Astronomical Instruments
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