Miniature Astronomic Ring Dial and stand

Miniature of astronomical ring dial. Height sundial. 17th and 18th century.

Also known as the Universal Equinoctial Ring Sundial, this instrument is used to determine Solar time. The ring dial, the armillary, or dials indicate the principal circles of the heavenly sphere: the meridian, the equator, and the solstice meridian. 

This beautiful desktop replica is fashioned of brass and features a wooden base with a hook.

Also available in necklace version strung on cord and larger desk model.

Height:5.12"

Diameter: 1.77"

Thickness: 0.16"