Star finder and identifier no. 2102-D by Weems and Plath

Made:
1985-1987 in Annapolis
Star finder and identifier no

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Star finder and identifier no. 2102-D by Weems and Plath, Annapolis, Maryland, planisphere with 10 templates, plastic, in black vinyl case

Details

Category:
Astronomy
Object Number:
1987-1166
Measurements:
length 260 mm
width 260 mm
height 10 mm
type:
astronomical maps and planispheres
credit:
Adler Planetarium and Astronomy Museum

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