Safavid Navigational Astrolabe
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Description
Late 19th-early 20th century AD. A bronze astrolabe navigation instrument with interchangeable rotating plates in the Safavid style, openwork upper screen, numeric and textual notation, securing cotter pin to the reverse. 1 kg, 19cm (7 1/2"). Property of a London lady, part of her family's Swiss collection; formerly acquired in the 1980s. [No Reserve]
Condition
Fine condition.
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- 30%
Safavid Navigational Astrolabe
Estimate £500 - £700
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