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LicenseTablet sundial, ivory and bronze, Italian hours (cracked)
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Tablet sundial, ivory and bronze, Italian hours (cracked). One compass needle and glass missing. Vertical dial for use at latitude 42° (Rome). Cup dial for use at latitude 45° (Venice). Made in Italy, 1530-1640 (see note).
