Magnetic dial lid

Lid for the magnetic dial

Set in the inside of the box lid is a paper circle (discoloured by age) adorned with the royal coat of arms and an inscription. 'Patronized by the KING. PORTER'S MAGNETIC SUNDIAL.'

Object Details

ID: AST0242.1
Type: Magnetic dial lid
Display location: Not on display
Creator: Unknown
Date made: circa 1824
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London, Caird Collection
Measurements: Overall: 20 mm; Diameter: 57 mm
Parts: Magnetic dial
  • Magnetic dial lid (AST0242.1)
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