- Subject
- Mathematical instruments
- Item type
- Object
- Makers
- Christoph Schissler
- 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.
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