The Quadrant

Made in 1673 for the purpose of determining altitudes or zenith distances of celestial bodies.

 

Note the dragons. The post extending from the top of the Quadrant is a mast in the background that holds a security camera; it is not part of the instrument.

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Uploaded on March 11, 2012
Taken on March 11, 2012