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19th century Chinese horizontal compass dial, Bliss Collection of Astronomical Instruments

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19th century Chinese horizontal compass dial, Bliss Collection of Astronomical Instruments

2018

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In place of the marked circle used on many European dials, this dial has hours marked on an arc. The shadow-casting pin, held by a spring, can be folded down. A spirit level on top and leveling screws at the four outer points help ensure horizontal placement.

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Finnin, Denis (photographer), “19th century Chinese horizontal compass dial, Bliss Collection of Astronomical Instruments,” AMNH Research Library | Digital Special Collections, accessed March 29, 2024, https://lbry-web-007.amnh.org/digital/items/show/85875.