An instrument, usually consisting of a disc and pointer, formerly used to make astronomical measurements, especially of the altitudes of celestial bodies and as an aid in navigation.
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Record: NMS-CF8172
Object type: AXE
Broadperiod: NEOLITHIC
Description: Flaked axe, of mottled flint now impressiv…
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Record: NMGW-CF0D98
Object type: COIN
Broadperiod: ROMAN
Description: A copper alloy Roman as of Hadrian (AD 117…
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Record: SUR-CED120
Object type: KEY (LOCKING)
Broadperiod: ROMAN
Description: A corroded and incomplete cast copper allo…
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Record: WAW-CEB12D
Object type: COIN
Broadperiod: MEDIEVAL
Description: An incomplete Medieval penny of Edward I (…
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