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Nocturnal dial

Artist
Date1939
MediumMetal
DimensionsDiameter of dial: 3 15/16 in. (10 cm)
Total diam: 5 5/16 in. (13.5 cm)
ClassificationsMeasuring Devices
Credit LineGift of F. R. Bolster
Object number1942.27.4
DescriptionAlso known as "Little Dipper Clock." Dial is composed of three pieces that are mounted to a cylinder that has a washer attached to its base. Dial has a handle through which a string can be attached. Top of this handle has what appears to be an emblem. Back of dial has "F.R.B." "No. 65" and "1939" engraved on it.
On View
Not on view
Collections
French disc dial
F. R. Bolster
Sundial
F. R. Bolster
Astrolabe
F. R. Bolster
1942
Watch
early 18th century
L. CURTIS & J.L. DUNNING
1820-1824
Ammeter
Queen and Co.
Watch
1790-1810
R.P. (signature unreadable)
nd 20th century; not after 1971