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Astronomical Compendium, by Christoph Schissler, Augsburg, Later 16th Century

Inventory Number 55301


Acknowledgement: © History of Science Museum, University of Oxford, inv.55301

Item type
Object
Provenance
Presented by Lewis Evans
Primary inscriptions
". C S ."
Physical material
Gilt and silvered brass
Object type
Compendium
Dimensions
Diameter: 68mm Height: 14mm Weight: 164g
Inventory No
55301
Accession Number
1924-0/part

Description

Circular form: horary volvelle; lunar volvelle with aspectarium; inclining dial with sprung folding gnomon (latitude scale missing); compass and wind rose; decorative base.