Astrolabe Model from The Great Instruments of Discovery Collection, 1987
Astrolabe Model from The Great Instruments of Discovery Collection, 1987
Astrolabe Model from The Great Instruments of Discovery Collection, 1987
Astrolabe Model from The Great Instruments of Discovery Collection, 1987
Astrolabe Model from The Great Instruments of Discovery Collection, 1987
Astrolabe Model from The Great Instruments of Discovery Collection, 1987
Astrolabe Model from The Great Instruments of Discovery Collection, 1987

Astrolabe Model from The Great Instruments of Discovery Collection, 1987

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$95.00

This working astrolabe model was commissioned by the National Maritime Historical Society in 1987 as a part of their Great Instruments of Discovery Series. 

It is a precision calibrated scientific instrument crafted in solid brass.  It was created for them by the Franklin Mint in the years leading up to the 500th anniversary of Columbus's voyage to America. 

This item is in mint condition with it's original box and certificate of authenticity.

Dimensions with Base:  Length 4 inches, Width 1 and 6/8 inches, Height 4 and 1/2 inches

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