Polished Brass Arabic Style English Calendar Desk Astrolabe Maritime Navigational Astrological Globe With Stand & Velvet Gift Box Nautical Home Decor Replica

Arabic Style English Astrolabe is approximately 6.75" tall and 5" wide. Each plate is about 4" wide. It is made from brass and is fairly heavy weight of 650 grams. This is a replica item, made to look like an antique. Some minor imperfections are likely.

• An astrolabe is a elaborate inclinometer, and can be considered an analog calculator capable of working out several different kinds of problems in astronomy. Vintage brass spherical decorative desk astrolabe in good condition with five detachable plates that are easily removable & totally hand engraved with beautiful english calligraphy on all over the astrolabe.
• Historically used by astronomers and navigators to measure the altitude above the horizon of a celestial body, day and night, it can be used to identify stars or planets, to determine local latitude given local time and vice versa, to survey, or to triangulate.
• English Astrolabe is approximately 6.75" tall and 5" wide. Each plate is about 4" wide. It is made from brass and is fairly heavy weight of 650 grams. It comes in a handmade velvet box that not only protects it but also makes it an attractive gift option for your loved ones. .
• Any type of early scientific instrument used for reckoning time and for observation purposes. It was used in classical antiquity, the islamic golden age, the european middle ages and the age of discovery for all these purposes.
• It's the best gift for a friend or your lover. A great addition for your vintage art and antique lovers. Best for your collection, home décor or personal gifting. This is a replica item, made to look like an antique. Some minor imperfections are likely.