Throne
The throne is of the moorish arch type
. The throne is attached with a integrated base. The front is
undecorated. The
back bears
the maker's inscription..
Markings:
| Content |
Translation |
Notes |
Type |
| الحمد لله وحده صنعه محمد بن أحمد البطوطي سنة
١١٤٦ |
Praise be to God alone. Made by Muḥammad ibn Aḥmad
al-Baṭṭūṭī in the year 1146 (AH). |
|
Maker's signature |
Ring
The ring is of the simple, round cross-section
type (i.e. simple plain ring made from a round rod or piece
of metal).
Shackle
Shackle of the rotating pin type (i.e. pin
with a 'ball-joint' on the end). The
pin
attaches to a decorative square bracket..
Mater
The mater and limb are of two pieces, soldered
and riveted construction. The notch for holding the tympans
in place is located at the throne.. Scales on the limb:
| Range & Units |
Numbered |
Geometry |
Location |
| Degree |
0 - 360 Degrees of arc |
Every 5 degrees |
Circular, concentric |
None |
Womb
Contains a perpetual calendar and solar-cycle..
The womb contains 2 scales of the following types:
