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Auction 89, Lot 35
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"Volvelle"

Subject: Cartographic Miscellany

Period: 1657 (circa)

Publication: Theatro del Mundo ye del tiempo Granada

Color: Black & White

Size:
7 x 10 inches
17.8 x 25.4 cm
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A volvelle was used for finding the position of the moon in the zodiac, given the position of the sun and the age of the moon. There is an engraved circle with 31 divisions, into which a separate piece of paper is attached with a red satin ribbon. This inner piece, with a decorative rose-like center, is marked with twelve months, and rotates around the circle. An extremely interesting apparatus, more amazing for the fact that is still fully functional.

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Condition: A+

Estimate: $100 - $130

Sold for: $75

Closed on 12/8/1999

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