Celestial table globe
Celestial table globe. Astronomical details on the sphere show the Milky Way. The constellations are marked with the main stars in each linked with a line. The constellation areas are outlined by dotted lines. The brightest star in each constellation is named, the others have been given the appropriate Greek letter. Clusters and nebulae are also labelled. This globe is identical to ZBA1740 although it is in a slightly worse condition. For full details about the cartography and construction of this globe please contact the Royal Observatory Greenwich.
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Object Details
ID: | ZBA1728 |
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Collection: | Astronomical and navigational instruments; Charts and maps |
Type: | Table globe |
Display location: | Not on display |
Creator: | George Philip & Son Ltd |
Date made: | circa 1960 |
People: | George Philip & Son Ltd |
Credit: | National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London |
Measurements: | Overall: 380 x 305 mm; Diameter of sphere: 305 mm |