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Dialling Quadrant
Signed by Erasmus Habermel
Dated 1592; Prague
Gilt brass; 138 mm in diameter (quadrant)

The obverse of this unusual and very sophisticated instrument by one of the most renowned makers of the late 16th century bears markings which allow the construction of a horizontal sundial for any latitude without calculation.

The reverse can be used to determine the maximum length of daylight for any latitude.

British Museum, London
Registration no. MLA 1867,7-5.25

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