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Islamic globe
Islamic globe. Astronomical details on the sphere are lacking, as neither stars nor constellations are shown. The drawing of the circles on the sphere is wobbly. For full details about the cartography and construction of this globe please refer to the related publication.
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Object Details
| ID: | GLB0002 |
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| Collection: | Astronomical and navigational instruments; Charts and maps |
| Type: | Islamic globe |
| Display location: | Not on display |
| Creator: | Unknown |
| Date made: | unknown |
| Credit: | National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London, Caird Collection |
| Measurements: | Overall: 70 mm x 115 mm; Diameter of sphere: 90 mm |