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Astronomical Compendium
Signed by Hierosme Vize Menusier
Dated 1567; Pau
Brass; 75 x 113 x 8 mm

This rare form of compendium has a nocturnal on the outside of the upper leaf, and a plate covering the compass engraved with Dominical letters.

The instrument was made in Pau in France.



British Museum, London
Registration no. MLA 1893, 6-16.7

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