Lot 109 , A Persian engraved brass astrolabe, probably 19th century, 6in.

A Persian engraved brass astrolabe, probably 19th century, 6in.

A Qajar astrolabe, circa 1900, the mater with throne, hinged joint and ring containing five double-sided latitude plates, pierced and chiselled foliate rete with leaves engraved with star names, the reverse with quadrant scale divided between 0º-90º with graduated alidade sights secured by tapering pin and horse 6in. diameter
Estimate £800-1,200


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