Vintage Brass Celestial Zodiac Armillary/Globe - A Paris Chez G Gobille ~12" H

Description: Vintage Brass Celestial Zodiac Armillary/Globe - A Paris Chez G Gobille ~12" H ** GREAT Vintage Condition -- ESTATE Find ** --- No Cracks, No Dings --- The Armillary Sphere consists of several rings (armillaries) that represent important celestial circles, that form a cage with the Earth in the center. The spherical framework of rings sits on a base and can rotate freely around its axis. Depending on the observer's location on the globe, this framework can be placed on the lower frame at a precise angle so that it can demonstrate the apparent movement of the Sun across the celestial sphere at any time of the year. See the Illustration Below https://www.scienceofgadgets.com/post/how-armillary-sphere-works This 2-Piece Armillary Sphere is a Beautiful Wood & Brass Decorative ITEM for your Table, Mantle or Shelves that also has Realistic Functional Properties. It is an Instrument of Science with Elegant Rings that shows a Relationship among the Significant Lines and Points of the Sky. It has a Rich Patina Finish that will not Tarnish or Show Fingerprints. The Heavy Solid Wood Base has a Fabric Covering to prevent Slippage. The Set of Graduated Rings on the Removable Sphere represent Circles on the Celestial Sphere (Meridian, Equator, Ecliptic Horizon, Tropics, etc.). The Zodiac Signs are found on on the Ecliptic Horizon (See Pics 7 & 8). By using an Armillary, you Can Track the Path of the Sun for any Given Day of the Year, or Determine a Star's Coordinates. Made in INDIA Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE NOTE: All Pics Taken with a Flash. Approx. Dimensions: Globe on Stand is: 12" High by 7" Wide by 7" Deep/Thick. the Removable Zodiac Globe is: a 6" Sphere. Stand is: 7½" High by 7" Wide by 5" Diameter Base. Weight is: 2 Lb 12 Oz (shipping weight is more). As this is an Estate Sale Find, I cannot vouch for the history of an acquired item. Please keep in mind that I am NOT an expert, nor am I familiar with all the proper terms to be used in describing such items. However, I try to describe each item as accurately as possible, as well as provide photos for your review. Unless otherwise stated, items are sold “As Is/As Found." Please Enlarge the Photos provided -- they are the DESCRIPTION that will help you to determine the Condition and Worth of the item. I encourage you to contact me with any questions you may have with respect to this item prior to bidding/purchasing. This is a Vintage & Used item, so Please, do not expect it to be in new condition! What You See Is What Will Be Shipped. ************************************************************************************************ All sales are FINAL unless I have Grossly Misrepresented an item --- and I try to be very accurate. NOTE: NO RETURNS unless item is Damaged in Transit, or is NOT as Described by the Photos. If there are Any problems on arrival -- Please NOTIFY ME within 48 hours of receiving your item, this is ample time if you believe the Item does not match the PICTURES and we will work something out. *** By buying this item you are agreeing to these Terms *** ************************************************************************************************ I Don't Charge for Packing, and I use the eBay Postage Calculator for your Shipping Costs based on Size, Weight & ZIP Code and NOT a Fixed\Flat Fee. I Pack Well and usually Ship with a Tracking Number the same Day that I Receive Notification of Payment. I have tried to accurately describe the condition of this Vintage Brass Celestial Zodiac Armillary/Globe - A Paris Chez G Gobille ~12" H. If there is a "Make an Offer" Option in the listing, feel free to do so. Please, Serious Offers Only !! Note: If my Counter Offer is Too High, Please Counter Offer with your Best Price. --- No Shipping Fee for a Local Pick-Up --- International Buyers - Please Note: Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the Item Price or Shipping Cost -- These Fees are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding or buying. Please give me Positive Feedback & Let me Know if you can’t give all 5’s. Thanks for Looking & be sure to Check-out the other items in my Store. I WILL COMBINE SHIPPING - WHEN YOU BUY MORE THAN ONE Listed Item. IMPORTANT !! ... COMBINED SHIPPING: If you are purchasing from two or more different listings and want to receive a combined shipping discount, PLEASE PUT ALL ITEMS in your SHOPPING CART PRIOR to checking out -- When you are done shopping, select the button "Request Total from Seller" inside your shopping cart. Buy ITEMS & THEN WAIT FOR MY INVOICE Before Paying.

Price: 71 USD

Location: Bethesda, Maryland

End Time: 2024-08-09T22:44:17.000Z

Shipping Cost: 0 USD