Nocturnal Sterling 17th and 18th century

17th and 18th century

Fashioned of brass with wood base and featuring a compass rose on the reverse

a close link existed between Spain and the Low Countries marked by the mutual influence and a high level of cooperation that occurred between their scientists

Boxed with instructions on use and booklet on historical context

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Nocturnal Sterling 17th and 18th centuryHorogium noctis or noctilabium is the Latin name for the nocturnal. This nighttime clock was constructed in 1569 in Florence by Girolanso della Volpaia. The original is in the History of Science Museum in Florence, The Nocturnal is made of three concentric brass disks, which can turn freely with respect to each other around a central ring. Made of brass and printed markings, this beautifully finished working instrument will adorn, delight, educate and