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Islamic globe

Islamic globe. Astronomical details on the sphere include stars and constellations. A total of 83 stars are labelled, and the 48 Ptolemaic constellations are all drawn and labelled. For full details about the cartography and construction of this globe please refer to the related publication.
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Object Details

ID: GLB0004
Collection: Astronomical and navigational instruments; Charts and maps
Type: Islamic globe
Display location: Display - ROG
Creator: Unknown
Date made: early 18th century
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London, Caird Collection
Measurements: Overall: 190 x 160 mm; Diameter of sphere: 5 in