Early Equatorial Sun Ring Dial
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Early Equatorial Sun Ring Dial
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 2.88 in (7.32 cm)Diameter: 2 in (5.08 cm)
- Style:Other (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:Germany
- Period:17th Century
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1670
- Condition:
- Seller Location:New Orleans, LA
- Reference Number:Seller: 30-16581stDibs: LU89115129533
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