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Lot 111: The Islamic astrolabe is a remarkable historical navigation...

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This auction ended on 19 September 2023.

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The Islamic astrolabe is a remarkable historical navigation tool employed in ancient times to determine the direction of the Qibla and ascertain prayer times. Crafted from either bronze or a yellow metal, this astrolabe boasts a diameter of 12.3cm, making it a significant and precise instrument for religious and navigational purposes.