Astrolabe Catalogue

Shadow square

Type: Shadow square
Geometry: Box
Unit of measurement: Fingers
Numbered: every 3
Divided every: 3 (Fingers)
then every: 1 (Fingers)
Notes: A second scale is numbered every 5 (divided every 1) and numbered from 0 - 60. The arms of Nuremberg are contained within the shadow square.

Scale located on: Tympan, Womb or Back .

Inscription(s):

Type: Scale label
Content: VMBRA RECTA
Translation:
Language: Latin
Script: Small Capitals
Notes:
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Type: Scale label
Content: VMBRA VERSA
Translation:
Language: Latin
Script: Small Capitals
Notes:
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