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Simple Theodolite and Sundial, German, Early 17th Century

Inventory Number 35939


Acknowledgement: © History of Science Museum, University of Oxford, inv.35939

Item type
Object
Provenance
Presented by J. A. Billmeir.
Primary inscriptions
"DO" on the sundial.
Dimensions
Height: 14mm Width: 277mm Depth: 143mm Weight: 0.558kg
Inventory No
35939
Accession Number
1957-84/252

Description

Square brass plate on wooden base with a triangular fretwook extension to accommodate a brass rule with sights and a linear scale. The plate with degree and 'hour' scales, a pivioted alidade with folding sights, inset ivory compass and string gnomon dial.