17th Century Astrolabe Heads for Auction
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- Category: Science
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-04-25 19:01 UTC
- Sources: BBC Science
A 17th century astrolabe, once owned by Indian royalty, is heading for auction. It is believed to be one of the largest in existence and has never been exhibited before.
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