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Brass meridiana with compass by Dollond London, in a blue velvet case, dating to the 1980s, with about 5 cm diameter and 2 cm height, in working order and in good used condition with minor signs of age.
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Sundial with Dollond London Compass in Brass – Blue Velvet Case – 1980s
Elegant and refined collectible instrument composed of a sundial with compass, made of brass and accompanied by its blue velvet case.
A small object of great charm, capable of combining in a single elegant composition two ancient instruments related to navigation, orientation, and time measurement. The construction recalls the tradition of fine scientific and nautical instruments and presents a strong scenic character despite its extremely compact size.
The sundial with compass is a particularly interesting item for collectors of scientific, nautical, and astronomical instruments. The presence of the compass allows correct orientation of the instrument while the sundial uses the Sun’s position to indicate the time.
The operating principle is that of ancient sundials: a small rod or gnomon projects its shadow onto the dial, and when the instrument is correctly oriented toward the North, the shadow allows reading the solar time indicated by the inscriptions on the dial.
Thus the compass plays a fundamental role in orienting the sundial, making this small instrument not only decorative but also an interesting example of the combination of astronomy, navigation, and time measurement.
Main Features
Type: sundial with compass
Material: brass
Brand: Dollond London
Era: 1980s
Operation: perfectly functional
Case: blue velvet
Closed dimensions: diameter approximately 5 cm, height approximately 2 cm
Condition
The instrument presents in excellent overall condition and is perfectly functional. Normal light signs of aging consistent with the era and the vintage nature of the object are present. The blue velvet case completes the presentation elegantly and facilitates conservation.
Notes
Object of considerable collecting interest due to its small size, the combination of compass and sundial, and the prestigious Dollond London appeal.
Particularly dramatic when displayed with other vintage nautical, scientific, or astronomical instruments. Thanks to its size it can be easily placed on a desk, a bookshelf, a display cabinet, or within a collection dedicated to the history of navigation.
A small object with great charm, ideal for collectors and enthusiasts of antique nautical instruments, astronomy, exploration, and historical scientific objects.
Shipping
Very careful packaging and tracked shipment.
Sundial with Dollond London Compass in Brass – Blue Velvet Case – 1980s
Elegant and refined collectible instrument composed of a sundial with compass, made of brass and accompanied by its blue velvet case.
A small object of great charm, capable of combining in a single elegant composition two ancient instruments related to navigation, orientation, and time measurement. The construction recalls the tradition of fine scientific and nautical instruments and presents a strong scenic character despite its extremely compact size.
The sundial with compass is a particularly interesting item for collectors of scientific, nautical, and astronomical instruments. The presence of the compass allows correct orientation of the instrument while the sundial uses the Sun’s position to indicate the time.
The operating principle is that of ancient sundials: a small rod or gnomon projects its shadow onto the dial, and when the instrument is correctly oriented toward the North, the shadow allows reading the solar time indicated by the inscriptions on the dial.
Thus the compass plays a fundamental role in orienting the sundial, making this small instrument not only decorative but also an interesting example of the combination of astronomy, navigation, and time measurement.
Main Features
Type: sundial with compass
Material: brass
Brand: Dollond London
Era: 1980s
Operation: perfectly functional
Case: blue velvet
Closed dimensions: diameter approximately 5 cm, height approximately 2 cm
Condition
The instrument presents in excellent overall condition and is perfectly functional. Normal light signs of aging consistent with the era and the vintage nature of the object are present. The blue velvet case completes the presentation elegantly and facilitates conservation.
Notes
Object of considerable collecting interest due to its small size, the combination of compass and sundial, and the prestigious Dollond London appeal.
Particularly dramatic when displayed with other vintage nautical, scientific, or astronomical instruments. Thanks to its size it can be easily placed on a desk, a bookshelf, a display cabinet, or within a collection dedicated to the history of navigation.
A small object with great charm, ideal for collectors and enthusiasts of antique nautical instruments, astronomy, exploration, and historical scientific objects.
Shipping
Very careful packaging and tracked shipment.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Country of origin
United Kingdom
Material
Brass, Velvet
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
2 cm
Width
5 cm
Depth
5 cm
In Working Order
Yes
Estimated period
1980-1990
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