An 18th-Century German brass horizontal string gnomon compass sundial,

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An 18th-Century German brass horizontal string gnomon compass sundial,
unsigned, the string support engraved ELEVATIO POLI 48 GR, the horizontal plate engraved with tulips, oak leaves and scrolling foliage, the compass with iron needle and brass cap with engraved hour scale, raised on four turned feet -- 2 5/8in. (6.7cm.) square

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