A Silver Universal Equinoctial Ring Dial, German, Circa 1700, - Apr 24, 2024 | Bonhams In Knightsbridge
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A silver universal equinoctial ring dial, German, circa 1700,

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A silver universal equinoctial ring dial, German, circa 1700,
A silver universal equinoctial ring dial, German, circa 1700,
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A silver universal equinoctial ring dial, German, circa 1700,
with double 1-XII hour scale, bridge gnomon with calendar and zodiac scales, suspension loop sliding over 0-90 degree latitude scale, three ring faces with various European towns and latitudes, in circular fish skin case with silver stud decoration and red velvet lining,
the dial 3in x 2 4/5in x 3/10in (7 4/5cm x 7 1/5cm x 3/4cm), case 3in x 3in x 1/2in (8cm x 8cm x 1cm)
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Provenance
Trevor Philip & Sons Ltd., Brighton, 1985
Private collection.
Condition
Dial with small brown patches of discolouration, brass suspension loop out of shape and might not be original, case with lifting skin and uneven surfaces overall, velvet lining well worn.
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A silver universal equinoctial ring dial, German, circa 1700,

Estimate £1,200 - £1,800
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Starting Price £1,000
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