Perpetual calendar

Perpetual calendar of volvelle form with a decorative loop at the top, probably for suspension on a watch chain. The two outer discs are made from brass and the central piece is made from pewter. One disc has the days of the week and numbers for the date. The other side has months and information about the sun and moon.

Object Details

ID: AST0691
Collection: Astronomical and navigational instruments
Type: Perpetual calendar
Display location: Not on display
Creator: Unknown
Date made: 19th century
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London, Caird Collection
Measurements: Overall: 1 mm x 25 mm x 19 mm x 20 mm