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Date | early 18th century |
Place | North Africa |
Material | Brass |
Inventory no. | 34314 |
Acquisition | Presented by J. A. Billmeir in 1957 |
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Mater
The mater and limb are of two pieces, soldered and riveted construction. This limb has been repaired, perhaps from a break or some other deficiency in the limb. The notch for holding the tympans in place is located at the throne. Scales on the limb: degree scale. More informationBack
The back contains 6 scales of the following types: Altitude; Zodiacal signs; Calendar; Unequal hours; Shadow square. The back is inscribed: with a miscellaneous marked as الحمد لله هذا الأسطرلاب حبس على المسجد الأعظم من ثغر طنجة علاه الله بمنه آمين (Praise be to God. This astrolabe was given as a bequest to the Grand Mosque of the port of Tangiers, may God elevate it with His grace. Amen.). More informationRules & Alidades
Type | Details |
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Alidade | Double-ended. The rule is not original. This rule is
devoid of any scales or other decoration.. |