Mariner's astrolabe

Electrotype copy of Mariner's astrolabe NAV0022 (A.55). Such a copy is made by the electrolytic deposition of copper on a mould.

Object Details

ID: NAV0023
Collection: Astronomical and navigational instruments
Type: Mariner's astrolabe
Display location: Not on display
Creator: British Museum
Date made: 1964
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 60 x 240 x 77 mm; Diameter: 178 mm; Weight: 983g