Planisphere
Planisphere. This example is made for 51.5 degrees North and is suitable for London and Leipzig. Only the principle stars, connected by dotted lines, are included and visible for every hour of the year. It is constructed of a card disc revolving on a black and gilt mount.
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Object Details
ID: | AST0595 |
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Collection: | Astronomical and navigational instruments |
Type: | Planisphere |
Display location: | Not on display |
Creator: | George Philip & Son Ltd |
Date made: | circa 1920 |
Credit: | National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London, Caird Collection |
Measurements: | Diameter: 260 mm |