Adie Universal Equinoctial Sundial

Description:

Adie Universal Equinoctial Sundial, Scotland, 19th century, 3 1/2-in. dia. silvered hour ring reading Adie/Edinburgh/The Smallest Letters & Figures To Be Used In South Latitudes," with folding spring-loaded gnomon, latitude arc from 0-80, silvered compass box, blued-steel needle with clamp, scale divided into fur quadrants, dual bubble levels attached to outer case, all resting on three adjustable feet.
Estimate $150-250


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