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16th-century viatorium
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The drawing shows three views of a sixteenth-century viatorium, and one view of a nineteenth century example from Smyna. The instrument is described by Sir Henry Ellis (see Bibliography) as a mariner's compass, and is portable, with a sundial, compass, and calender. The other example is for comparison.
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Title: 16th-century viatorium
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The drawing shows three views of a sixteenth-century viatorium, and one view of a nineteenth century example from Smyna.
The instrument is described by Sir Henry Ellis (see Bibliography) as a mariner's compass, and is portable, with a sundial, compass, and calender.
The other example is for comparison.
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