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.

Object Details

ID: AST0647
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