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The Method of using an Astrolabe

Document Type: Photo/Image
Geographic Location: Spain
Date: 1545
Creator: Medina
ID Number: Astrolabe_Demo
Keywords: Navigation


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Description:
This classic image of using an astrolabe on shore comes from Medina's "Arte de Navegar," 1545.

The navigator is letting the sun shine through the top hole on the sight onto the bottom hole.


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