- Subject
- Mathematical instruments
- Item type
- Object
- Makers
- Christoph Schissler
- Provenance
- Presented by J. A. Billmeir.
- Object type
- Compendium
- Dimensions
- Height: 72mm Width: 58mm Depth: 20mm
- Inventory No
- 45366
- Accession Number
- 1957-84/243
Description
Book form, with curved spine and clasps; geographical astrolabe (index broken off); map with index and arrow (vane missing); horizontal string-gnomon sundial with inset compass, three latitude plates and detachable gnomon support; lunar volvelle; orthographic planisphere; suspension ring.
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