Adler AIS | Details

Object number

DPW-41
Classification

Astronomical
Object name

Quadrant
Title

Astrolabe-Quadrant: Gunter-type
Creator

Harris, Daniel
Description

Gunter type quadrant laid out for London latitude. Five stars on face of quadrant with asterisks and initials. Two brass sights are present as is plumb-bob which is probably original. Back is plain.
Inscription/Sig.

"D. Harris LONDON" Below the apex.
Date

1752
Material

brass
Place Of Prod.

England

Dimensions

Frame