Rare 16th century astronomical dial offered at Swedish auction
A rare late 16th century astronomical horizontal dial, dated MDXCI (1591) and engraved with the arms and name of Pope Clement VIII, is one of the highlights of the sale series to be held by Uppsala AuktionsKammare from June 13-15.
The instrument consists of a disc engraved with various sets of dials, suspended in a two-tier oct…