Astrolabe Dundee lapel pin
An accessory for history and navy lovers
REF: 1219/1218
A simplified planispherical astrolabe whose final shape came as a result of the experience of navigators. By measuring the altitude of the stars you obtain the latitude. This Portuguese marine astrolabe (1550-55) was owned by a Dundee skipper, A. Smyton. The original piece is exhibited at the Art Gallery and Museum of Dundee, Scotland.
| Dimensions | Ø 2,5 cm |
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| Material | Brass |
| Observations | Non functional item. Available on brass or silver plated brass |
