Astrolabe: Eastern

Unidentified

Adler Planetarium
Chicago, United States

Universal astrolabe of al-Zarqallu. Single plate with a graduated pointer with cursor. Throne to the east. Handle and ring. Roman months and days. 16 star markers. Labeled in Arabic.

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Details

Title: Astrolabe: Eastern
Creator: Unidentified
Location Created: Spain or North Africa
Original Source: https://adler-ais.axiellhosting.com/Details/collect/448
Rights: Courtesy of the Adler Planetarium
Medium: brass

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