Perpetual calendar
Perpetual calendar with tables of calendaric information similar to single year calendars, but usable for all years. One side has a table with the numbers of the months and days with decorative flourishes at the edges. Around the table are three rings of text. The other side has five rings of text and numbers with a sun motif at the centre. The disc is made of bronze with a gold-coloured finish.
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Object Details
ID: | AST0647 |
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Collection: | Astronomical and navigational instruments |
Type: | Perpetual calendar |
Display location: | Not on display |
Creator: | Weet, John |
Date made: | 1728 |
Credit: | National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London, Caird Collection |
Measurements: | Overall: 1 x 42 mm |