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I.16 Astronomical ring
Maker: unknown
Place:German?
Date:mid-17th cent.
Materials:brass
Dimensions:diameter 75 mm
Current inventory:2451
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This ring dial comprises three rings (armillae). One ring carries the symbols of the zodiacal constellations on the inner side; another is inscribed on both sides with a semi-circle divided into twelve parts. There are hinges for closing the dial. Provenance: Medici collections.

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