Orrery
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Orrery
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sun surrounded by eight planets on movable armatures
paper label signifying the months
- Dimensions:Height: 12 in (30.48 cm)Diameter: 34 in (86.36 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1960's
- Condition:mint.
- Seller Location:Hudson, NY
- Reference Number:1stDibs: 0912078167512
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