Very Rare Brass » astrolabe https://veryrarebrass.com Fri, 01 May 2026 17:55:46 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=4.1.1 Very Beautiful antique and rare Portuguese astrolabe made of brass https://veryrarebrass.com/very-beautiful-antique-and-rare-portuguese-astrolabe-made-of-brass/ https://veryrarebrass.com/very-beautiful-antique-and-rare-portuguese-astrolabe-made-of-brass/#comments Mon, 27 Jun 2022 17:59:28 +0000 https://veryrarebrass.com/very-beautiful-antique-and-rare-portuguese-astrolabe-made-of-brass/
Very Beautiful antique and rare Portuguese astrolabe made of brass
Very Beautiful antique and rare Portuguese astrolabe made of brass
Very Beautiful antique and rare Portuguese astrolabe made of brass
Very Beautiful antique and rare Portuguese astrolabe made of brass
Very Beautiful antique and rare Portuguese astrolabe made of brass
Very Beautiful antique and rare Portuguese astrolabe made of brass
Very Beautiful antique and rare Portuguese astrolabe made of brass
Very Beautiful antique and rare Portuguese astrolabe made of brass
Very Beautiful antique and rare Portuguese astrolabe made of brass
Very Beautiful antique and rare Portuguese astrolabe made of brass
Very Beautiful antique and rare Portuguese astrolabe made of brass

Very Beautiful antique and rare Portuguese astrolabe made of brass
Amazing item for collectors, very Beautiful antique and rare Portuguese astrolabe made of brass. The astrolabe is an ancient naval instrument, used to measure the height of the stars above the horizon. It is conventional to say that the emergence of the astrolabe is the practical result of several mathematical theories developed by famous ancient scholars: Euclid, Ptolemy, Hiparchof Nicaea and Hythetia of Alexandria. The astrolabe has 9 cm (3.54 inches) diameter, 1 cm thickness (4 cm at the largest parte) and weighs 431 grams (15.203 oz). International buyers are welcome. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Decorative Collectibles\Other Decorative Collectibles”. The seller is “pint_abil” and is located in this country: PT. This item can be shipped worldwide.
Very Beautiful antique and rare Portuguese astrolabe made of brass
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Very Beautiful antique and rare Portuguese astrolabe made of brass, XVII century
Very Beautiful antique and rare Portuguese astrolabe made of brass, XVII century
Very Beautiful antique and rare Portuguese astrolabe made of brass, XVII century
Very Beautiful antique and rare Portuguese astrolabe made of brass, XVII century
Very Beautiful antique and rare Portuguese astrolabe made of brass, XVII century
Very Beautiful antique and rare Portuguese astrolabe made of brass, XVII century
Very Beautiful antique and rare Portuguese astrolabe made of brass, XVII century
Very Beautiful antique and rare Portuguese astrolabe made of brass, XVII century
Very Beautiful antique and rare Portuguese astrolabe made of brass, XVII century
Very Beautiful antique and rare Portuguese astrolabe made of brass, XVII century
Very Beautiful antique and rare Portuguese astrolabe made of brass, XVII century

Very Beautiful antique and rare Portuguese astrolabe made of brass, XVII century
Very Beautiful antique and rare reproduction of Portuguese astrolabe XVII century, made of brass. The astrolabe has 16.5 cm (6.49 inches) tall, 11.7 (4.60 inches). 1 cm (0.39 inches) thickness, and weighs 626 grams (1 lb 6.081 oz). The wooden base has: 20 cm x 14 cm x 8 mm. International buyers are welcome. The item “Very Beautiful antique and rare Portuguese astrolabe made of brass, XVII century” is in sale since Sunday, March 28, 2021. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Decorative Collectibles\Other Decorative Collectibles”. The seller is “pint_abil” and is located in Lisbon. This item can be shipped worldwide.
Very Beautiful antique and rare Portuguese astrolabe made of brass, XVII century
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Very Beautiful antique and rare Portuguese astrolabe made of brass, XVII century
Very Beautiful antique and rare Portuguese astrolabe made of brass, XVII century
Very Beautiful antique and rare Portuguese astrolabe made of brass, XVII century
Very Beautiful antique and rare Portuguese astrolabe made of brass, XVII century
Very Beautiful antique and rare Portuguese astrolabe made of brass, XVII century
Very Beautiful antique and rare Portuguese astrolabe made of brass, XVII century
Very Beautiful antique and rare Portuguese astrolabe made of brass, XVII century
Very Beautiful antique and rare Portuguese astrolabe made of brass, XVII century
Very Beautiful antique and rare Portuguese astrolabe made of brass, XVII century
Very Beautiful antique and rare Portuguese astrolabe made of brass, XVII century
Very Beautiful antique and rare Portuguese astrolabe made of brass, XVII century

Very Beautiful antique and rare Portuguese astrolabe made of brass, XVII century
Very Beautiful antique and rare reproduction of Portuguese astrolabe XVII century, made of brass. The astrolabe has 16.5 cm (6.49 inches) tall, 11.7 (4.60 inches). 1 cm (0.39 inches) thickness, and weighs 634 grams (1 lb 6.363 oz). The wooden base has: 20 cm x 14 cm x 8 mm. International buyers are welcome. The item “Very Beautiful antique and rare Portuguese astrolabe made of brass, XVII century” is in sale since Sunday, January 19, 2020. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Decorative Collectibles\Nautical Décor”. The seller is “pint_abil” and is located in Lisbon. This item can be shipped worldwide.
Very Beautiful antique and rare Portuguese astrolabe made of brass, XVII century
]]> https://veryrarebrass.com/very-beautiful-antique-and-rare-portuguese-astrolabe-made-of-brass-xvii-century/feed/ 0 ANTIQUE RARE Brass PERSIAN ASTROLABE ASTRONOMY TRAVEL INSTRUMENT Very Good Cond https://veryrarebrass.com/antique-rare-brass-persian-astrolabe-astronomy-travel-instrument-very-good-cond/ https://veryrarebrass.com/antique-rare-brass-persian-astrolabe-astronomy-travel-instrument-very-good-cond/#comments Sun, 20 Jan 2019 16:21:55 +0000 http://veryrarebrass.com/antique-rare-brass-persian-astrolabe-astronomy-travel-instrument-very-good-cond/
ANTIQUE RARE Brass PERSIAN ASTROLABE ASTRONOMY TRAVEL INSTRUMENT Very Good Cond
ANTIQUE RARE Brass PERSIAN ASTROLABE ASTRONOMY TRAVEL INSTRUMENT Very Good Cond
ANTIQUE RARE Brass PERSIAN ASTROLABE ASTRONOMY TRAVEL INSTRUMENT Very Good Cond
ANTIQUE RARE Brass PERSIAN ASTROLABE ASTRONOMY TRAVEL INSTRUMENT Very Good Cond
ANTIQUE RARE Brass PERSIAN ASTROLABE ASTRONOMY TRAVEL INSTRUMENT Very Good Cond
ANTIQUE RARE Brass PERSIAN ASTROLABE ASTRONOMY TRAVEL INSTRUMENT Very Good Cond
ANTIQUE RARE Brass PERSIAN ASTROLABE ASTRONOMY TRAVEL INSTRUMENT Very Good Cond
ANTIQUE RARE Brass PERSIAN ASTROLABE ASTRONOMY TRAVEL INSTRUMENT Very Good Cond
ANTIQUE RARE Brass PERSIAN ASTROLABE ASTRONOMY TRAVEL INSTRUMENT Very Good Cond
ANTIQUE RARE Brass PERSIAN ASTROLABE ASTRONOMY TRAVEL INSTRUMENT Very Good Cond
ANTIQUE RARE Brass PERSIAN ASTROLABE ASTRONOMY TRAVEL INSTRUMENT Very Good Cond

ANTIQUE RARE Brass PERSIAN ASTROLABE ASTRONOMY TRAVEL INSTRUMENT Very Good Cond
I know very little about the instrument. I showed it to some people and checked on the internet. And that is what I was told: Rare condition – Outstanding brass Bedouin Persian Astrolabe, being round 5 3/4″ in diameter, 3/4″ high, weights – 16 ounce (solid heavy), engraved letters by the maker, with zodiac engraving all around the circle over the front and signs on the back of this instrument. There is a working compass in the instrument. It was the chief navigational instrument until the invention of the compass and sextant. Its many uses included locating and predicting the positions of the sun, moon, planets and stars; determining local time given the local longitude and vice-versa; surveying, and triangulation. Astrologers of European nations used astrolabes to construct horoscopes. In the Islamic world, they are and were used primarily for astronomical studies. Although the astrolabe has origins traced back over 1,500 years, it was highly developed in the Islamic world by 800 and was introduced to Europe from Islamic Spain (Andalusia) in the early 12th century. It was the most popular astronomical instrument until about 1650, when it was replaced by more specialized and accurate instruments. Astrolabes are still appreciated for their unique capabilities and their value for astronomy education. An astrolabe (Greek: astrolabos, “star-taker”)[1] is an elaborate inclinometer, historically used by astronomers, navigators, and astrologers. Its many uses include locating and predicting the positions of the Sun, Moon, planets, and stars, determining local time given local latitude and vice-versa, surveying, triangulation, and to cast horoscopes. It was used in classical antiquity, the Islamic Golden Age, the European Middle Ages and Renaissance for all these purposes. In the Islamic world, it was also used to calculate the Qibla and to find the times for Salat, prayers. I cannot guaranty the accuracy of the statements – so please – investigate yourself and check by yourself and if you need -I will send you additional pictures per your request. See my other listings for similar items. Please see pictures ask questions read description carefully. I will gladly provide additional pictures and answer your questions to the best of my ability. I provide detailed and enlarged pictures. Pictures are an integral part of the description and condition of the item. I research, compare, evaluate, describe and seek advice when necessary to make every effort to provide accurate description and condition of the item. Unless stated – all items were previously owned and used or are vintage/antiques and might have some imperfections such as minor – scratches, trim wear, light staining and/or minor crazing, minor marks or scuffs. Anything beyond that will be in the description. Most items I sell are antique, vintage and used. I do not sell on approval, testing, measuring, fitting. Track Page Views With. Auctiva’s FREE Counter. The item “ANTIQUE RARE Brass PERSIAN ASTROLABE ASTRONOMY TRAVEL INSTRUMENT Very Good Cond” is in sale since Saturday, January 5, 2019. This item is in the category “Antiques\Asian Antiques\Middle East”. The seller is “dsmu3b8u” and is located in Woodland Hills, California. This item can be shipped worldwide.
  • Primary Material: Brass
  • 5 3/4 Inch diameter: 3/4″ tall, 1 pound weight
  • Age: Unknown
  • Type: Persian Astrolab
  • Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
  • Region of Origin: Asia Middle East
  • Color: Brass

ANTIQUE RARE Brass PERSIAN ASTROLABE ASTRONOMY TRAVEL INSTRUMENT Very Good Cond
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Very rare Sundial or Astrolabe from Middle East 18th century (Qibla finder)
Very rare Sundial or Astrolabe from Middle East 18th century (Qibla finder)
Very rare Sundial or Astrolabe from Middle East 18th century (Qibla finder)
Very rare Sundial or Astrolabe from Middle East 18th century (Qibla finder)
Very rare Sundial or Astrolabe from Middle East 18th century (Qibla finder)
Very rare Sundial or Astrolabe from Middle East 18th century (Qibla finder)
Very rare Sundial or Astrolabe from Middle East 18th century (Qibla finder)
Very rare Sundial or Astrolabe from Middle East 18th century (Qibla finder)

Very rare Sundial or Astrolabe from Middle East 18th century (Qibla finder)
For sale a very rare Arabian Astrolabe from the 18th century! In the Islamic world, astrolabes were used to find the times of sunrise and the rising of fixed stars, to find their way to Mekka for the Hadj and to help schedule morning prayers. This is an outstanding brass Arabian Astrolabe, being 5 1/2 in diameter, signed by the maker, with zodiac engraving and further written and decorative engraving all over the front, side and back of this instrument. There is a recessed compass in the instrument. Historically, each Arabian Tribe Master had one of these astrolabes to help him navigate either on land or in water. Instruments were given from Master to successor and therefor very rare. Modern Astrolabes are still appreciated in the Arabian world for their unique capabilities and their value for astronomy education. Similar Astrolabe or Sundial can be found in the Miraj museum of Abu Dhabi. The item “Very rare Sundial or Astrolabe from Middle East 18th century (Qibla finder)” is in sale since Monday, November 12, 2018. This item is in the category “Antiques\Asian Antiques\Middle East”. The seller is “tezinha2000″ and is located in Ubbergen. This item can be shipped worldwide.
  • Color: Yellow
  • Primary Material: Brass
  • Type: Compass
  • Age: Pre-1800
  • Region of Origin: Middle East
  • Original/Reproduction: Antique Original

Very rare Sundial or Astrolabe from Middle East 18th century (Qibla finder)
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Very rare Sundial or Astrolabe from Middle East 18th century (Qibla finder)
Very rare Sundial or Astrolabe from Middle East 18th century (Qibla finder)
Very rare Sundial or Astrolabe from Middle East 18th century (Qibla finder)
Very rare Sundial or Astrolabe from Middle East 18th century (Qibla finder)
Very rare Sundial or Astrolabe from Middle East 18th century (Qibla finder)
Very rare Sundial or Astrolabe from Middle East 18th century (Qibla finder)
Very rare Sundial or Astrolabe from Middle East 18th century (Qibla finder)
Very rare Sundial or Astrolabe from Middle East 18th century (Qibla finder)

Very rare Sundial or Astrolabe from Middle East 18th century (Qibla finder)
For sale a very rare Arabian Astrolabe from the 18th century! In the Islamic world, astrolabes were used to find the times of sunrise and the rising of fixed stars, to find their way to Mekka for the Hadj and to help schedule morning prayers. This is an outstanding brass Arabian Astrolabe, being 5 1/2 in diameter, signed by the maker, with zodiac engraving and further written and decorative engraving all over the front, side and back of this instrument. There is a recessed compass in the instrument. Historically, each Arabian Tribe Master had one of these astrolabes to help him navigate either on land or in water. Instruments were given from Master to successor and therefor very rare. Modern Astrolabes are still appreciated in the Arabian world for their unique capabilities and their value for astronomy education. Similar Astrolabe or Sundial can be found in the Miraj museum of Abu Dhabi. The item “Very rare Sundial or Astrolabe from Middle East 18th century (Qibla finder)” is in sale since Sunday, October 7, 2018. This item is in the category “Antiques\Asian Antiques\Middle East”. The seller is “tezinha2000″ and is located in Ubbergen. This item can be shipped worldwide.
  • Color: Yellow
  • Primary Material: Brass
  • Type: Compass
  • Age: Pre-1800
  • Region of Origin: Middle East
  • Original/Reproduction: Antique Original

Very rare Sundial or Astrolabe from Middle East 18th century (Qibla finder)
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