The Franklin Mint – 1987 – Laiton massif – Certificat d'authenticité - Sundial - solid brass, gold finish - Unknown - 1980-1990






Holds a bachelor's degree in history of art and architecture, with 12 years of experience in decorative arts.
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A brass, gold‑finished universal equinoctial sundial from The Franklin Mint (1987), with an octagonal wooden base, an adjustable gnomon, and an integrated compass, accompanied by the certificate of authenticity and a booklet; dimensions 13 cm high, 11 cm wide, 13 cm deep, dating to 1980–1990 and in excellent condition.
Description from the seller
Universal equinoctial sundial by The Franklin Mint, 1987, from the collection “Instruments of the Great Discoveries.”
Made of solid yellow brass, finely engraved and hand-calibrated according to its certificate of authenticity, this instrument features an elegant octagonal base adorned with floral motifs, a Roman numeral hour ring, an adjustable gnomon, and an integrated compass.
The whole rests on a well-finished wooden pedestal.
Condition: Very good overall, complete.
Original documentation:
Accompanied by its booklet “The Universal Equinoctial Sundial,” including the authenticity certificate from The Franklin Mint Medallion, a historical presentation, and the illustrated user manual.
The booklet shows some signs of aging, visible in the photographs.
A remarkable collectible piece connecting the history of scientific instruments, navigation, and decorative finesse.
Photographs are an integral part of the description.
Careful shipping, professional packaging, and tracked dispatch.
Happy bidding on Catawiki!!!
ZélioCambra
Seller's Story
Universal equinoctial sundial by The Franklin Mint, 1987, from the collection “Instruments of the Great Discoveries.”
Made of solid yellow brass, finely engraved and hand-calibrated according to its certificate of authenticity, this instrument features an elegant octagonal base adorned with floral motifs, a Roman numeral hour ring, an adjustable gnomon, and an integrated compass.
The whole rests on a well-finished wooden pedestal.
Condition: Very good overall, complete.
Original documentation:
Accompanied by its booklet “The Universal Equinoctial Sundial,” including the authenticity certificate from The Franklin Mint Medallion, a historical presentation, and the illustrated user manual.
The booklet shows some signs of aging, visible in the photographs.
A remarkable collectible piece connecting the history of scientific instruments, navigation, and decorative finesse.
Photographs are an integral part of the description.
Careful shipping, professional packaging, and tracked dispatch.
Happy bidding on Catawiki!!!
ZélioCambra
