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Astrolabio de Rojas Pendant Chain

REF: H205 Astrolabe Red Pendant Chain

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Chain Pendant Miniature reproduction of the Astrolabe of Rojas

In the 16th century the astrolabe reached its peak of popularity. 

The Spanish mathematician and astronomer Juan de Rojas y Sarmiento exposes and spreads his Universal Astrolabe in Europe the Orthographic Projection (1550).

This projection was successfully applied to the construction of a new type of astrolabe. The Rojas Astrolabe, an ancient astronomical instrument that allows calculations at any latitude.

The two sides of the pendant are identical. 

Non-functional instrument. 

Available in brass or silver finish. Please remember to advise when ordering.

Measurements:

Diameter: 2,5cm / Thickness: 0,5cm / Weight with chain: 20gr

 

 H205