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ANTIQUE #SA1181693
unusual antique victorian brass armillary sundial circa 1880 - CATEGORY: ANTIQUE MISCELLANEOUS - DATED 1880
 
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Unusual Antique Victorian Brass Armillary Sundial – Circa 1880

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An Unusual Antique Victorian Brass Armillary Sundial. The dial features a prominent gnomon intersected by a Roman numeral time band and engraved with the lyrical motto “Amiddst ye flowres I tell ye houres” written in archaic English (Amidst the flowers, I tell the hours).
 
This piece is not only a fully functional timekeeping instrument but also a sculptural object steeped in historical tradition and romantic appeal - ideal for gardens, terraces, or historical displays – circa 1880.
 
Measurements:
 
Height: 6'' (approx. 15cm)
 
Width: 10'' (approx. 25.5cm)
 
Depth: 10'' (approx. 25.5cm)
 
Total weight: 1629g
 
In good condition – Deeply aged finish and signs of natural wear consistent with age and outdoor exposure. All engraved elements remain legible, and the gnomon and time band are structurally sound and securely attached.
 
 
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Antique ID: SA1181693
Item: Unusual Antique Victorian Brass Armillary Sundial – Circa 1880 - (reference SA1181693)
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Antique SA1181693 shown on this page was made in 1880. For historical context, the timeline below highlights the period when it was created:
1880
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