Necklace with sundial reproduction
The symbology of a decorative piece
French portable horizontal dial (circa 1800), shell-shaped, was made for 50º latitude. On the hour scale, the hour lines radiate from the Sun’s face. In the center, there was a circular hole for the missing gnomon.
The original, made of copper, is at the National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London.
Dimensions | Ø 2,4 cm, chain lenght: 22 cm; box: 7,2 x 6 x 0,8 cm |
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Material | Brass with silver finish |
Observations | Both sides of medal are identical. Non functional item. |