Sundials

It is known as the Astronomic Ring Dial (annulus astronomicus), the complete name of this instrument is the Universal Equinoctial Ring Sundial. It is composed by a ring that extension the latitude scale, to a mobile ring now, a central bar fluted graded for the months of the year and a perforated cylinder, than moves over this. This instrument indicate solar local time and to make astronomical measurements. this instrument is not only a solar clock but also a model of the Earth and a compass....

Portable solar clock with compass, a sundial and a wire that acts as the gnomon (or stylus) to the shadow. At the top there is a compass rose crafted brass, to establish 32 routes. This type of sundials, were all the rage as pocket watches over the centuries between the XV and XVIII. Material : brass and wood Measures : 86x70mm Height : 20mm Height (when open) : 95mm

Reproduction of a sundial of the shepherds, destined to important person because its decorative aspect. Materials : mahogany and antic paper Height : 225mm Diameter : 65mm Other characteristics : details in solid brass with handicraft working, description of the functioning, brief history of the instrument, supplied with gift packaging.