Necklace with sundial reproduction

The symbology of a decorative piece

REF: 102935

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.

Price: €16.50
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Dimensions Ø 2,4 cm, chain lenght: 22 cm; box: 7,2 x 6 x 0,8 cm
Material Brass with silver finish
Observations Both sides of medal are identical. Non functional item.
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