MacMillan globe

MacMillan globe. Astronomical details on the sphere include a few stars on the sphere which have been annotated in pencil. The globe was most probably used to teach navigators spherical trigonometry. There are metallic accessories consisting of scales and a spherical protractor for measuring angles on the surface of a sphere. For full details about the cartography and construction of this globe please contact the Royal Observatory Greenwich.

Object Details

ID: ZBA1747
Collection: Astronomical and navigational instruments; Charts and maps
Type: MacMillan globe
Display location: Not on display
Creator: Unknown
Date made: unknown
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 410 x 420 x 420 mm; Diameter of sphere: 365 mm
Parts: MacMillan globe
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