Mariner's astrolabe
Electrotype copy of Mariner's astrolabe NAV0022. Made in 1981 for use by Mike Richey on a transatlantic voyage in 'Jester' to evaluate the instrument for use at sea.
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Object Details
| ID: | NAV0026 |
|---|---|
| Type: | Mariner's astrolabe |
| Display location: | Not on display |
| Creator: | Shorer, Peter |
| Vessels: | Jester fl.1981 |
| Date made: | 1981 |
| People: | Richey, Mike |
| Credit: | National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London |
| Measurements: | Overall: 80 mm x 240 mm x 180 mm; Diameter: 178 mm; Weight: 2150g |