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Globe dividers
Mariners used dividers for measuring distances on charts and globes. This pair is made of brass with steel points. They have curved arms since they are intended for use in measuring distances on the curved surface globe rather than on a flat map.
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Object Details
| ID: | NAV0544 |
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| Collection: | Astronomical and navigational instruments |
| Type: | Dividers |
| Display location: | Not on display |
| Creator: | Unknown |
| Date made: | circa 1600 |
| Credit: | National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London. Caird Collection |
| Measurements: | 292 x 75 x 15 mm |